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How the War in the Middle East Is Affecting Flights to Europe, Asia . . . and Almost Everywhere

Extra layovers, longer routes, and increasing airfares—even travelers who aren’t flying anywhere near the conflict might feel the effects.

March 25, 2026 06:24 PM

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Bailey Berg

A dragon dance to celebrate lunar new year in the streets of ho chi minh city

Festivals + Events

It’s the Year of the Wood Snake—How and Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2025

Firecrackers. Feasts. Red envelopes.

January 28, 2025 02:47 AM

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Mae Hamilton

The exterior of Hotel San Fernando has mint green walls and is lined with plants.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 14 Best Hotels in Mexico City

These intimate, design-forward retreats across Mexico City will have you feeling like a local in no time.

August 27, 2024 02:53 PM

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Mary Holland

A train on elevated tracks riding through the Scottish countryside

War, fuel, viral outbreaks. The world has given travelers a lot of reasons to reconsider their trip plans. And yet, they’re still booking.

May 22, 2026 05:25 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Japan has so many cities worth visiting, and the national airline lets you visit as many as possible in one trip.

Air Travel News

With Airfares Climbing, Here’s How to Fly to Two Destinations for the Price of One

Airline stopover programs provide a great, affordable way to extend your trip and visit an extra city.

May 8, 2026 05:46 PM

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Bailey Berg

Travel for Good

A Pandemic, a Pueblo, and a Difficult Choice

For a century, New Mexico’s Taos Pueblo community has grappled with its place in tourism. Then came COVID.

November 15, 2021 11:16 AM

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Diana Spechler

National Parks

7 Underrated Utah Parks and Monuments for Avoiding the Crowds

There is plenty of natural beauty to be found outside Utah’s “Mighty 5” national parks, and most visitors miss it.

September 17, 2023 10:26 AM

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Erin Van Rheenen

Distant side view of beachfront Casita with flat roof among trees, plus pond in foreground.

Hotel News + Openings

Aman’s First Mexico Resort Is Far From the Cabo Most Travelers Know

Reservations are now open for Amanvari, an 18-casita sanctuary on Baja’s East Cape where desert meets the Sea of Cortez.

May 29, 2026 06:52 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Loyalty + Rewards

Chase Adds Air Canada Aeroplan as Its Newest Airline Transfer Partner

Chase credit cardholders now have another airline partner to transfer their points to for travel redemptions.

August 25, 2021 10:35 PM

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Eric Rosen

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Essential Guide to Visiting Taos, New Mexico, in the Winter

Though Taos is known for its famous ski valley and fluffy powder, there’s plenty to do in this charming Southwest mountain town that doesn’t have to involve a single snowflake.

December 5, 2023 02:00 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Air Travel News

Air Travel Gets an Upgrade

A look at United Airlines’ Polaris lounges

Sponsored by United Airlines

Weekend Getaways

The Sweetest Small Towns in the U.S. to Visit During Spring

Here, we’ve suggested seven super-sweet small U.S. towns with tulip festivals, pottery trails, and more.

March 11, 2020 05:42 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Air Travel News

This Is the World’s Most Improved Airline of 2025. It Has a Signature Fragrance and Branded Toilet Paper.

Skytrax’s annual awards for the best airlines in the world include a designation for the Most Improved Airline. Here’s the top 10—and the winner.

July 24, 2025 10:58 AM

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Chris Dong

Trains

Choo-Choo Choose This Last-Minute Amtrak Sale for a Valentine’s Day Gift

Amtrak’s Buy One Get One Free Sale offers travel dates through August 31, 2022.

February 10, 2022 12:37 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A man in a backpack walking through a red shrine entrance in Shingu, Japan.

Solo Travel

These 10 Travel Destinations Are Better as a Solo Traveler

Going solo? Go here.

August 6, 2025 12:12 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

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