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21 Places to Learn About African American History

Across the country, a number of compelling museums, monuments, and landmark trails commemorate significant moments in African American history.

February 8, 2021 09:23 AM

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Sarah Buder

A cobalt blue building and matching fountain surrounded by cactuses and palm trees

Where to Travel Next

Where to Go Every Month of the Year for Better Weather, Fewer Crowds, and the Most Value

Hurricane-free Caribbean beaches, empty canals in Venice, and lush safaris—all can be yours in off season.

August 1, 2025 02:26 AM

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Mark Ellwood

Family Travel

9 Last-Minute Summer Family Getaways in the U.S.

Fall is around the corner, but there’s still time to take the kids somewhere special.

July 29, 2021 05:20 PM

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Tanvi Chheda

Singapore Changi is a treasure trove of unique airport attractions, including this massive indoor garden.

Air Travel News

The World’s Best Airport Has a Semi-Olympic Pool, Giant Trampoline, and More Than 60 Places to Eat

Arriving early encouraged.

March 18, 2026 03:00 PM

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Lottie Gross

COVID + Travel

Jamaica Is Dropping All Travel Restrictions

Starting April 16, Jamaica is discontinuing the prearrival testing requirement.

April 14, 2022 05:18 PM

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Bailey Berg

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Expect to pay 12.5 percent in taxes when traveling to Amsterdam

October 9, 2023 05:00 PM

Tips + News

U.K. vs. Great Britain: What’s the Difference (and Will Brexit Change Anything)?

Spoiler alert: The U.K. and Great Britain are different things. Here’s what you need to know about the history and etymology of a fairly baffling cluster of islands.

February 6, 2020 06:22 PM

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Tim Chester

View of the Amaterasu Railway cars on Japan's highest bridge with mountains in the background.

Destination Spotlight

Seek Nature, Onsen, and Food Culture on This Less-Visited Japanese Island

Sip shochu made from local sweet potatoes, eat sashimi from Kinkowan Bay, hike forest trails, and relax in mineral-rich baths in Kyushu.

Sponsored by Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

Travel Tips + Etiquette

You Can Now Hail NYC Taxis With Uber

Travelers can hail one of New York City’s iconic yellow taxis through the Uber app.

March 28, 2022 10:40 AM

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Michelle Chapman

Tips + News

Why We Shouldn’t Keep Borders Closed Indefinitely

The World Health Organization is encouraging countries to adopt policies that will allow international travel to safely resume amid the global coronavirus pandemic.

July 28, 2020 12:36 PM

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Michelle Baran

Nations like Tuvalu are disproportionately threatened by climate change—and asking developed nations to do more.

The travel industry has a long way to go to reach its climate ambitions of net-zero by 2050, but these companies and destinations are stepping up to the challenge.

November 29, 2022 06:42 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Air Travel News

Round-Trip Flights to New Zealand Are on Sale From $799

Air New Zealand has announced a number of special fares to the “Land of the Long White Cloud.”

August 30, 2019 01:31 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Four young Black men playing trombone and several middle aged Black people in colorful suits dancing down the street

Cities We Love

6 New Orleans Neighborhoods for All-Night Parties, Live Music, and Memorable Food

From the lively French Quarter to the culture-packed Tremé, get your Crescent City bearings.

July 23, 2025 05:12 AM

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Kristin Braswell

Two people reading a map in Greece with two suitcases in front of them

Packing Tips + Gear

Save up to $100 on Luggage During Away’s Black Friday Sale

For the first time ever, Away is offering discounts on every single color, size, and type of suitcase it sells.

November 10, 2022 03:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Day time aerial view of Playa Balandra, an iconic beach in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico.

International Beaches

Hidden, Pristine, With Eggshell-Blue Water: These Are the 11 Most Beautiful Beaches in Mexico

Explore all the ways water shows off across Mexico.

November 12, 2025 08:40 AM

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Meagan Drillinger

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