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Create the Perfect Road Trip Playlist With Spotify’s Newest Feature

Spotify released its new “Soundtrack Your Ride” tool just in time for Thanksgiving travel.

November 25, 2019 05:52 PM

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Summer 2022

What Chinatown Means to America—and to Me

In the wake of a nationwide surge of anti-Asian hate crimes, writer Bonnie Tsui reflects on the resiliency of Chinatowns.

September 13, 2022 03:37 PM

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Bonnie Tsui

Natural Wonders

How to See Mars During Its Closest Approach to Earth in 15 Years

On July 27, the red planet will be brighter in the night sky than it’s been since 2003. Here’s where to go to get the best views.

July 23, 2018 05:32 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Disney

Walt Disney World Plans to Reopen in July

After 17 weeks shut, the theme parks opt for a phased reopening with limited capacity and no parades or fireworks.

June 23, 2020 02:57 PM

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Nicole Antonio

National Parks

Love It or Hate It, Sequoia National Park Is Getting Its First Cell Tower

A new cell tower disguised as a pine tree will soon join the skyline at Sequoia National Park.

April 23, 2019 06:54 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Hotel News + Openings

A Nutella Hotel Is Opening for 1 Weekend Only—Here’s How to Win a Stay

Nutella wants to treat 3 lucky winners and their guests to a weekend at a Napa Valley pop-up hotel devoted to the Italian hazelnut spread.

November 18, 2019 06:10 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

COVID + Travel

People Did Travel in 2020—Here’s How

The founder of experience booking platform Peek.com looks at the trends of pandemic travel.

December 23, 2020 06:55 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Air Travel News

This Airline Makes Design Luxurious and Efficient

SWISS incorporates smart design into everything from its apps to its airline seats. Here’s why you’ll appreciate their efforts.

Sponsored by SWISS

Art + Architecture

An Architecture Pilgrimage to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Scottsdale Retreat

A trip to see Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West winter retreat and school—and the Sonoran Desert that inspired him—is a must for architecture lovers.

March 3, 2020 08:24 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Colorful village by the mountains and waterside

Where to Go in Fall

11 Best Places to Travel in October

Prepare yourself for a month of spirited traditions and off-season adventure.

August 4, 2025 03:49 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Hotels

The 10 Best Hotels in Barcelona for a Truly Local Stay

Century-old grande dames, boutique stays in heritage buildings, seaside resorts: Barcelona’s best hotels offer both historic charm and modern luxury.

August 2, 2022 03:41 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

Festivals + Events

How and Where to Celebrate Juneteenth in 2021

Black tourism and hospitality experts across the U.S. share the Juneteenth events they’re looking forward to this year.

June 15, 2021 11:23 AM

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Raven Briana McMillan

Air Travel News

These Are the Ideas That Will Shape the Future of Flying

On the way: slimmer seats, power-packed armrests, and a smarter way to serve chilled champagne and warm cookies.

April 23, 2018 02:00 PM

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Seth Miller

Natural Wonders

Otters Returning to Central California in Record Droves

You can easily spot them from land or from a kayak.

April 5, 2017 05:39 PM

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Matt Villano

Weekend Getaways

Why North Fork, Long Island, Is the Coastal Escape You Need

Wine country and beach life are only a couple hours from Manhattan.

September 8, 2023 05:26 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

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