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And what’s the difference between a submarine and submersible? All your questions answered following the recent “Titan” wreck.

June 30, 2023 12:13 PM

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Stefanie Waldek

A red train curves among the Alps on n a sunny winter day

Trains

8 Exciting New Sleeper Train Routes Launching Across Europe

Paris to the Alps, Rome to Munich, Amsterdam to Milan—combining overnight accommodation and transport in one, night trains are the smart, scenic, and fun way to travel throughout Europe.

December 8, 2025 06:16 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Air Travel News

Delta Air Lines Is Saying Goodbye to These U.S. Airports

And . . . “Hej” to Stockholm.

December 13, 2021 07:05 PM

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Michelle Baran

Outdoor Adventure

Alone, No Phone, in the Woods on Election Night

Also: No laptop. No TV. No news. I felt at peace.

November 19, 2020 12:27 PM

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Pat Tompkins

People bending over and planting trees in the ground with a bridge in the background

Longreads

New York City Is Known for Big Things. Its Latest Attraction Is Tiny.

Though small, “pocket forests” are mighty, containing incredible biodiversity and helping to rewild cities. New York just got its first.

August 1, 2024 10:35 AM

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Harrison Hill

Family Travel

I’ve Spent Many Happy Summers With My Kids in the Florida Keys. These Are the Best Outdoor Adventures.

Encounter sea turtles, paddle through mangrove mazes, and snorkel in a marine sanctuary on Marathon.

November 15, 2024 04:08 PM

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Terry Ward

Art + Culture

Largest Yayoi Kusama Exhibit Ever Opens in New York City

The “Princess of Polka Dots” unveils new paintings, sculptures, and one of her signature Infinity Mirror Rooms.

May 11, 2023 03:37 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Air Travel News

The New Longest Flight in the World Is 20 Hours

The route, which will connect Sydney to London, is expected to launch in 2025.

May 10, 2023 08:07 PM

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Bailey Berg

COVID + Travel

Airbnb Offers Free and Subsidized Housing to Coronavirus Healthcare Workers

The company aims to house 100,000 doctors, nurses, and other workers on the front line around the world.

March 26, 2020 03:51 PM

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Tim Chester

Milky Way and meteors in Zion National Park, Utah.

Astrotourism

Here’s When the Next Meteor Showers Will Light Up the Sky

Want to travel to dark sky spots but don’t know when? Follow this meteor shower calendar for the best dates.

January 10, 2024 10:52 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cities We Love

The Best New Things to Do in Washington, D.C. Right Now

Level up your next visit to the nation’s capital and check out the exciting influx of new hotels, restaurants, bars, and books.

January 5, 2022 12:09 PM

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Lola Méndez

Where to Travel Next

Why This Mexican Caribbean Magic Town Needs to Be on Your Radar

From outdoor adventures to stunning Mayan archaeological sites, Bacalar makes for a truly magical getaway.

Sponsored by Quintana Roo Tourism

Tips + News

This Grassroots Organization Is Partnering With New York and D.C. Restaurants to Feed Frontline Protesters

Fuel the People works with local BIPOC-owned restaurants to nourish thousands of people at protests and social justice events.

June 18, 2020 11:42 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Air Travel News

From “Star Wars” to Hello Kitty: The World’s Best Aircraft Paint Jobs

The livery designs on these one-of-a-kind airplanes are everything but boring.

June 27, 2018 09:10 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Islands

The Best Things to Do in Martinique

Beaches, hikes, botanical gardens, and historical sites will keep you entertained.

March 30, 2022 05:34 PM

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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates

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