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His Deaf Friends Had Bad Travel Experiences, so He Did Something About It

Two decades ago, Terry Giansanti created the deaf-owned, deaf-led international tour company Hands On Travel; 350 tours later, he talks about what’s changed and what still needs to.

September 16, 2024 04:23 PM

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Sarah Katz

Where to Travel Next

The Underrated States of America

The ’90s called and it wants its New Jersey jokes back.

October 21, 2022 09:39 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Hotels

Bask in Natural Beauty and Truly Relax at These 7 Eco-Luxury Hotels in Puerto Rico

The growing number of green properties on this tropical island make it a natural choice for blissed-out wellness retreats—and an emerging sustainability leader.

Sponsored by Discover Puerto Rico

National Parks

Why Winter Is a Great Time to Visit Yosemite

With snow blanketing the valley and tour buses a distant memory, winter brings a special calm to California’s famous national park.

February 17, 2022 12:16 PM

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Tim Chester

One man adjusts another's ghutra, a head covering worn throughout the Middle East. Both men are wearing white thobes.

Solo Travel

I Wore A Thobe in Saudi Arabia. Did I Do the Right Thing?

When traveling, the line between cultural appropriation and appreciation can be finer than normal.

May 18, 2023 11:21 AM

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Adam H. Graham

Cities We Love

A Perfect Day in Chicago With Rose Mary Chef Joe Flamm

When the celebrated restaurateur has a day off, he’s all about family fun on the South Side.

December 1, 2021 02:59 PM

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Nina Kokotas Hahn

Water Sports

Latest Thrilling Trend? Night Diving With Glowing Creatures and Feeding Sharks

“You never know what will emerge from the darkness.”

July 22, 2025 04:10 PM

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Suzie Dundas

Food + Drink

5 Ways to Eat Your Way Around Scotland’s Vibrant Food Scene

Discover culinary marvels—ranging from traditionally Scottish to farm-to-table dishes of flourishing urban movements—throughout the country’s gorgeous landscapes.

As part of a new “Tastemakers” program, dining reservation app Resy is helping users discover standout local eateries in six U.S. cities throughout the month of August.

August 1, 2023 07:03 PM

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Chris Dong

Air Travel News

JetBlue Offers One-Way Fares as Low as $39 During Flash Fall Sale

Discounted domestic and international flights are only available for a very limited time—so you’ll need to act fast.

August 22, 2023 08:00 AM

Hotels

Barbie’s Malibu Dream House Is Back on Airbnb

He’s more than “just Ken"—now he’s an Airbnb host. This summer, Ken is hosting two overnight stays at Barbie’s newly remodeled Malibu DreamHouse.

June 26, 2023 07:53 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Holiday Travel

Holiday Traditions Around the World That Might Surprise You

From eating KFC in Japan to dancing bears in Romania, discover eight surprising holiday and Christmas traditions from around the world.

December 18, 2020 04:03 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Spring 2022

The Helicopter Pilot Saving Lives in the Himalayas

The only woman helicopter pilot in Nepal, Priya Adhikari takes travelers on scenic flights and performs rescue missions on some of the world’s highest peaks.

March 31, 2022 04:52 PM

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Kevin Koczwara

World cruises were further propelled into the spotlight when Royal Caribbean's Ultimate World Cruise went viral on TikTok.

Cruise News

What’s New in Cruising in 2024

Months-long world cruises, better food, more remote destinations, and luxury sailings designed with families in mind—these are the top cruise trends of 2024.

January 22, 2024 07:51 PM

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Fran Golden

You can seek warmer temps in Southern Hemisphere destinations like Brazil.

Holiday Travel

Why Thanksgiving Is the Best Time to Travel

Hitting the road in lieu of heading to the dinner table can result in some unforgettable Thanksgiving memories.

October 25, 2022 07:54 PM

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Michelle Baran

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