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Oceanwide Expeditions' MV Hondius ship as viewed from a distance

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

Restaurants + Cafés

Here Are the San Francisco Bay Area’s 7 New Michelin-Star Restaurants

Chef Dominique Crenn is officially the first woman to head a three-star restaurant in the United States.

November 30, 2018 05:03 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

No, the Kincade Fire Didn’t Level Sonoma County. So Go Visit.

In the aftermath of the fire that ravaged part of Sonoma County in October, a local journalist shares how travelers can best help the region.

November 11, 2019 07:12 PM

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Matt Villano

The new bar inside the recently expanded Centurion Lounge at San Francisco International Airport.

Air Travel News

Accessing Airport Lounges Is About to Get a Lot Harder

But with more new lounges coming in 2023, there’s also a lot to look forward to when it comes to these airport sanctuaries.

January 3, 2023 05:04 PM

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Paul Rubio

Hiking + Cycling

Hiking With History: A Pilgrimage Along the Selma to Montgomery Trail

What can we learn from retracing the steps of the 1965 civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama? One traveler laces up his boots.

February 25, 2022 01:59 PM

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Joseph Palmer

East Entrance to Yellowstone National Park, Cody - Wyoming - USA

Outdoor Adventure

4 Best Wyoming Mountain Towns to Visit for National Park and Wild West Adventures

These big little cities and frontier towns are great bases for exploring Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks.

May 1, 2026 07:42 AM

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Anna Fiorentino

three zebras in the foreground eating grass and a few more in the background alongside some trees in Kenya

Here’s how to visit the East African country as of January 2024.

January 26, 2024 09:00 AM

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Sarika Bansal

The Best Free Things to Do in Charleston

Cities We Love

The 10 Best Free Things to Do in Charleston

Visiting Charleston doesn’t have to break the bank—you can get a great sense of the city while saving your vacation budget to spend on fried chicken, she-crab soup, and craft cocktails.

November 14, 2022 10:09 PM

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Ann Shields

The visa pages of a passport full of stamps

Visas + Passports

Damaged Your Passport? Here’s What to Do

First step—don’t panic. Here’s everything you need to know about replacing a bum passport.

February 2, 2024 01:25 PM

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Mae Hamilton

JW MARRIOTT PHOENIX DESERT RIDGE RESORT & SPA. PHXDR

Hotels We Love

From French Polynesia to Paris, These 11 Hotels Around the World Are Getting Accessibility Right

The hotels on this list are as thoughtful about accessibility as they are about design, going beyond compliance to make travel more comfortable and intuitive for disabled guests.

April 3, 2026 02:01 PM

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Kelly Dawson

Aman Rosa Alpina in the Italian Dolomites is surrounded by snowy mountain peaks.

Stay Here Next

Aman’s New Dolomites Hotel Sets a High Bar for Design—as Service Works to Catch Up

Striking architecture and superb dining define a recent stay at the recently opened Aman Rosa Alpina in Italy’s Dolomites, though its service still reflects a young operation in transition.

November 18, 2025 04:57 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Man sitting on a green couch in a hotel lobby cafe while using free Wi-Fi to browse online. He is seated with his suitcase next to him with a lobby reception desk in the background.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How Safe Is Hotel Wi-Fi Really?

It can be. But sometimes it isn’t. Here’s what you need to know to use hotel Wi-Fi wisely.

August 1, 2024 07:35 AM

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Bailey Berg

Tips + News

Airlines Call for COVID Testing to Restore Transatlantic Travel

If the U.S. and EU governments agree to a joint COVID-19 testing program, a trip to Europe might be possible sooner than later.

July 21, 2020 02:38 PM

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