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The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence Italy, with its black and white tiled facade, amid of a sea of buildings with red clay rooftops

A recent decree significantly reduces the pathways for obtaining Italian citizenship by descent, also known as “jus sanguinis,” or citizenship by bloodline.

May 2, 2025 06:09 PM

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Erica Firpo

Community-based tourism destinations give local communities the power to curate authentic trips for travelers.

Sustainable Travel

Hike, Stay, and Make Cheese With Local Residents on These International Trips

Community-based projects in Ecuador, Nepal, and beyond help locals achieve economic independence while providing travelers a chance to experience everyday life.

July 31, 2024 02:59 PM

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Hannah Singleton

View from the water of Varanasi, a spiritual center in India, with boats lining the waterfront and colorful buildings along the stepped shores

River Cruises

Bengal Tigers, Bustling Markets, and Ancient Temples: A New Wave of Cruises Is Plying India’s Storied Rivers

New river cruises in India along the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Hooghly rivers focus on wildlife encounters, centuries-old history, and life along the banks.

September 9, 2025 06:31 PM

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Bailey Berg

Man and women traveling with daughter on an airplane

United is launching a new seat map feature that will enable passengers to book seats with their children for free.

February 21, 2023 03:39 PM

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Bailey Berg

From cities like Riyadh (above) to vast desertscapes, it's now easier to see Saudi Arabia.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

A New Visa Process Makes It Much Easier to Travel to Saudi Arabia Now

The conservative kingdom has only been offering tourist visas since 2019.

September 2, 2022 06:09 PM

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Bailey Berg

Thomas Dambo's newest sculpture, Mane Mor, depicts a pregnant troll.

Art + Culture

Solve a Riddle, Find a Magic Troll on This Trail in Denmark

Danish artist Thomas Dambo reworked a Scandinavian tradition and created a global treasure hunt to celebrate the creation of 100 scrap-wood trolls.

June 5, 2023 02:38 PM

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Laura Hall

A flier using mobile smartphone with a backpack between waits for flight in Airport Terminal.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What Happens If Your Name Is Misspelled on Your Airline Ticket?

The fix is often easy, especially if you resolve the issue quickly.

July 17, 2024 09:42 AM

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Bailey Berg

In the Magazine

A Traditional Sake Revival Is Quietly Brewing in Japan

Meet the influential Japanese sake brewers who are resurrecting junmai-shu—pure sake.

October 1, 2021 06:26 PM

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Alice Feiring

LGBTQ Travel

Why a Drag Reality Series Is the Best Travel Show in America

HBO’s “We’re Here” teaches us to slow down, listen, and leave places we visit the better for it.

June 16, 2022 12:51 PM

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Sally Kohn

Air Travel News

JetBlue Is Charging Surge Pricing for Checked Bags—Here’s What That Means for Passengers

Checking a bag has just become more expensive—and more confusing—for JetBlue fliers.

April 4, 2024 04:03 PM

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Bill Fink

Dramatic white cliffs with fields of green atop them on England's Jurassic Coast

Outdoor Adventure

The World’s Longest Coastal Hike Just Opened. It Passes Castles, Seal Colonies, and Historic Seaside Towns

Eighteen years in the making, the 2,700-mile King Charles III England Coast Path traces the entirety of the English shoreline.

March 24, 2026 06:23 PM

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Lucy Kehoe

Fall 2024

How to Plan Family Trips That Both Kids and Parents Love

Travel can be the best form of education for children—and their parents. Here’s how to make it fun.

October 22, 2024 03:27 PM

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Tim Chester

Rolling green hills are basked in sunlight and the town of San Luis Obispo is seen in the valley.

Cities We Love

Slow Travel Is In, and This California Town Does It Right

From scenic bike rides and historic spas to stylish hotels and eco-friendly wineries, there are many ways to enjoy San Luis Obispo mindfully.

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