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TSA PreCheck Members, Get Ready to Start Using Facial Recognition

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration is planning to incorporate more biometric screening measures within airports, and TSA PreCheck members will be kicking off the process.

October 19, 2018 07:36 PM

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Michelle Baran

Restaurants + Cafés

Beyond Blue Milk: How “Star Wars” Land Got Its Out-of-This-World Menu

The secret to a stellar meal is a solid story.

May 31, 2019 11:35 AM

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Nicole Antonio

Hotels

How an Iconic Hotel Brand Has Captured Travelers’ Imagination for More Than a Century

When the iconic Raffles Singapore opened in 1887, it quickly became a glittery haven for well-heeled travelers, and later, a go-to brand for discerning globetrotters.

Sponsored by Raffles Hotels & Resorts

Road Trips

8 Scenic East Coast Road Trips to Take This Year

Pick a podcast, gas up (or charge up), and hit the road for one of these epic drives.

May 25, 2022 08:16 PM

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Ray Rogers

Small Ship Cruises

These Epic Shore Excursions Will Change the Way You Think About Cruising

Visiting reindeer herders and eagle hunters in Mongolia. Getting exclusive access to the Louvre after hours. Gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Yes, you can do this all by cruise ship.

January 13, 2020 04:40 PM

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Gene Sloan

Curaçao

Overview

July 7, 2021 12:22 PM

Health + Wellness

A First-Timer’s Guide to Marijuana Tourism in Los Angeles

With its curated dispensaries and design-forward social consumption lounges, L.A. is the perfect place to give cannabis a try.

January 6, 2020 01:04 PM

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Nicole Antonio

Rosewood Le Guanahani St. Barth is located on a secluded peninsula with white-sand beaches.

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Family-Friendly Resorts in the Caribbean

Whether you’re traveling with toddlers, teens, grandparents, or in-laws, these Caribbean retreats offer a balance of ocean and cultural adventures, plus endless opportunities for play.

December 30, 2023 10:00 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

With places like Kāʻanapali Beach only an hour away from the from Kahului airport, it's no wonder 10 million visitors come to Hawai‘i each year.

U.S. Beaches

13 of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Hawai‘i

These beaches, spread across five Hawaiian islands, showcase the beauty of the Aloha State’s coasts.

April 15, 2023 12:20 PM

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Rachel Ng

Where to Travel Next

For Croatia Without the Crowds, Head to the Slovenian Riviera

Leave the crowds behind for peaceful beaches, untouched nature, and quiet towns on Slovenia’s pint-sized coast.

March 9, 2020 02:58 PM

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Carl Pettit

On Air: Michael Holtz on the Best Business Class, Flight Shaming, and “Secret” Air Routes

AFAR Advisor

An Interview With Michael Holtz on the Best Business Class, Flight Shaming, and “Secret” Air Routes

SmartFlyer has built a successful business on air ticketing and more.

July 31, 2019 05:28 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

LGBTQ Travel

Thought-Provoking LGBTQ Books to Read on Your Upcoming Adventures

From classics to more recent releases, these compelling books deserve a spot in your carry-on.

May 10, 2019 01:25 PM

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MJ Franklin

Restaurants + Cafés

Chefs Remember Joël Robuchon and His Signature Dish

Here’s where you can try the late chef’s iconic mashed potatoes, plus three other Joël Robuchon restaurants worth traveling for.

August 7, 2018 01:44 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Last-Minute Alert: Rappel From the Rooftop of This London Hotel

Hotels

Guests Can Rappel From the Rooftop of This London Hotel

The Room with a View package offers a daredevil drop from the St. Giles Hotel’s 164-foot-tall central tower.

December 18, 2017 02:17 PM

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Matthew Phenix

COVID + Travel

Japan Cancels Cherry Blossom Festivals and More as It Faces Coronavirus Outbreak

If you’re traveling to Japan, these are the events that are canceled and museums and theme parks that are closed due to the coronavirus outbreak.

February 27, 2020 05:52 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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