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Explore Jewish Cultural Heritage with these Fascinating New Tours

Visit centuries-old synagogues and sample traditional dishes for an insightful introduction to the continent’s Jewish communities.

July 22, 2019 02:22 PM

River Cruises

What It’s Like to Take a River Cruise Through Europe Right Now

With COVID rules and restrictions varying by country, crossing the border by boat has its own new challenges—but there are some advantages, too.

September 22, 2021 06:20 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Where to Travel Next

The Essential Guide to Prince Edward Island

It may be Canada’s smallest province, but P.E.I. punches well above its weight with charming towns, a historic capital city, a sprawling national park, and lots and lots of lobster.

March 11, 2022 03:16 PM

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Michael Kaminer

AFAR Advisor

These River Cruises Can Be Highly Personalized

AmaWaterways caters to many different interests and demographics to ensure that every guest experience feels special.

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Photo Essays

Scenic Destinations to Follow on Instagram So Your Feed Is More Soothing

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by somber updates on your newsfeed, add these accounts for serene imagery that’ll transport you around the world.

April 13, 2020 05:16 PM

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Sarah Buder

a long dining room table set with white flowers and eight chairs in a hotel room with floor to ceiling windows

Hotels

This Is What It’s Like to Stay in a $35,000 Hotel Suite in NYC

The Park Hyatt New York’s Manhattan Suite costs $35,000 a night—and will make you feel like royalty.

June 5, 2025 02:57 PM

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Billie Cohen

Hotels

Airbnb Just Made It Easier to Find Quality Listings

CEO Brian Chesky asked, “What if we could combine the uniqueness of an Airbnb with the reliability that you’ve come to expect of a hotel?”

November 8, 2023 11:11 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

JetBlue’s Big Fall Sale Has Airfare as Low as $39

The eight-day sale runs through August 30.

August 23, 2022 03:52 PM

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Bailey Berg

Outdoor Adventure

Beyond the Beach: Exploring the Caribbean’s Backroads and Countryside

Yes, the beaches in the Caribbean are beautiful, but there’s so much more to experience.

November 11, 2021 03:05 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

History + Culture

Egypt Rising

The message from the cradle of ancient civilization is: Go now, before the masses return.

December 5, 2018 07:37 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Air Travel News

Are Airplane Seats Too Small? The FAA Launches Review and Gets an Earful

Fed up with packed airplanes, tight legroom, and pint-sized coach seats? The U.S. government wants to hear from you.

August 12, 2022 10:44 AM

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Barbara Peterson

Small Ship Cruises

The Best Time—and Ships—for Sailing the Greek Islands

With cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, Greece cruises are both more comfortable and more enriching during the fall. Here are some of our favorites.

September 29, 2021 06:02 PM

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Fran Golden

Tips + News

How Prince Harry Plans to Make Travel a Force for Good

The Duke of Sussex just launched Travalyst, a new sustainable travel initiative.

September 3, 2019 04:17 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cruise

What Happens to All the Food Waste on a 4,300-Passenger Cruise Ship?

Cruise writer Fran Golden headed into the belly of the recently launched “Sun Princess” to see how cruise ships are changing the way they process uneaten leftovers.

June 24, 2024 01:26 PM

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Fran Golden

A boat sails on turquoise water in Positano on the Amalfi Coast with colorful homes lining the steep rocky cliffs rising from the sea behind

Trains

The Luxury Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Train Just Launched a New Scenic Route from Paris to the Amalfi Coast

The elegant train ride in Art Deco-inspired classic rail cars will connect the City of Light to Italy’s renowned Amalfi Coast for the first time in spring 2026.

October 17, 2025 07:34 PM

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Bailey Berg

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