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Airlines Are Adding New “Green Fares” to Flights. Here’s What That Means for Ticket Prices

More airlines are adding a surcharge to offset the much higher cost of sustainable aviation fuel. The question is whether travelers should bear the burden of the added expense.

August 30, 2024 02:34 PM

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Barbara Peterson

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Health + Wellness

How to Slow Down and Recharge in Park City

In Park City, Utah, mindfulness shapes every experience—from unplugging outdoors to locally sourced meals, and supporting conservation.

Sponsored by Visit Park City

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Cities We Love

Seattle Is Booming—Here’s How Locals Are Keeping the Emerald City Green

Three tastemakers—in fashion, farming, and at an aquarium—share how Seattle’s sustainability credentials are shaping it. Plus, how to explore the city as a local.

June 18, 2024 12:20 PM

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Allison Williams

New Zealand's newly opened borders reveal a variety of stunning landscapes.

Where to Travel Next

6 Reasons to Book a Trip to New Zealand Now

There’s a lot going on, including new sea kayaking adventures, a home for Māori art, and a manuka honey meadery.

August 19, 2022 12:36 PM

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Tim Chester

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Road Trips

This U.S. Road Trip Is Full of Small Towns, Mountains, and Stargazing

Slow down and explore charming towns, scenic hikes, and dark skies across West Virginia.

Sponsored by West Virginia Department of Tourism

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A recent announcement included numerous measures aimed at controlling what has become an irrepressible flood of visitors.

May 6, 2024 05:56 PM

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Blane Bachelor

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Hotel News + Openings

2 of Our Favorite Hotel Brands Just Debuted in This Pacific Northwest City

Both properties stand out for their design-forward approach to sustainability, making them an appealing choice for travelers who appreciate lower-impact luxury.

May 27, 2025 04:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Food + Drink

This Caribbean Food Festival Wasn’t Made for Tourists—and That’s Why It’s So Good

Held every Presidents’ Day weekend, St. Croix’s agricultural fair celebrates farming heritage with performances, rare foods, and a homecoming spirit.

January 30, 2026 09:26 AM

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Nikki Miller-Ka

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Longreads

Are Travelers Ruining Travel?

This summer saw what felt like unprecedented bad tourist behavior. Is the end of it near?

September 19, 2023 09:44 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

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Food + Drink

8 Restaurants Defining Tucson’s Award-Winning Food Scene

Where to taste Indigenous flavors, local ingredients, and modern Southwest cuisine in the U.S.'s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

A proposed bill would allow local leaders in England to introduce visitor taxes, putting the country on par with tourism hubs in other European countries.

May 22, 2026 03:29 PM

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Blane Bachelor

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A storied winemaker’s return aims to attract new guests and entice old fans once again.

May 19, 2026 02:36 PM

Several small groups of tourists standing around in front of Rome's Trevi Fountain, a partial view of which is blurred into the background

What to know before you head out for your next international trip.

June 13, 2025 02:30 PM

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Blane Bachelor

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Venice in Danger of Losing UNESCO Status

Citing overtourism, UNESCO recommended Venice be placed on its list of World Heritage in Danger sites.

June 28, 2021 12:55 PM

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Colleen Barry

Destination Spotlight

The Best Charming Neighbors of Montréal

Bike, dine, and stargaze in Montréal’s charming neighbors, home to Michelin restaurants and a renowned Dark Sky Reserve.

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