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Denver, Colorado, USA-August 15, 2024-A high-angle view of a crowded TSA security checkpoint at Denver International Airport (DIA).

TSA’s Newest Screening Program Could Change Your Airport Experience—but It Already Has Some Critics

TSA Gold+ is a public-private partnership with the aim of overhauling security screening. But there are some potential drawbacks.

May 20, 2026 01:55 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Long security lines at Denver International Airport

Air Travel News

TSA Agents Will Finally Be Getting Paid Again, But Challenges for U.S. Airports Remain

The fact that TSA agents will finally get paychecks again is not likely to be a silver bullet following weeks of chaos at the country’s airports.

March 30, 2026 05:38 PM

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Jeri Clausing

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

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

People walking under a "Welcome to the United States" sign at the international arrivals area at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

The new “visa integrity fee” was established as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was signed into law on July 4.

July 21, 2025 07:35 PM

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Stacey Lastoe

Air Travel News

Southwest Canceled One-Third of Its Flights This Weekend—What Went Wrong?

More than 1,000 flights were canceled. That’s a lot of stranded travelers.

October 11, 2021 02:26 PM

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Anne D’Innocenzio

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

Air Travel News

Frontier’s Bid for Spirit Could Mean More Low-Cost Fares on More Routes

The merger would make the combined company the fifth largest airline in the U.S. after American, Delta, United, and Southwest.

February 7, 2022 03:34 PM

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David Koenig

A man holding truffles mushrooms in front of a dog.

Food + Drink

5 Delicious Ways to Taste Your Way Around the World

Let your tastebuds—and experts—guide you on these mouthwatering culinary tours throughout the globe.

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LGBTQ Travel

Why a Drag Reality Series Is the Best Travel Show in America

HBO’s “We’re Here” teaches us to slow down, listen, and leave places we visit the better for it.

June 16, 2022 12:51 PM

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Sally Kohn

Small Greek island with simple bridge leading to it across the water

Loyalty + Rewards

Last Call: Score a 75K Point Bonus With Chase Sapphire’s Credit Card Offers

If you’ve been wanting either Chase Sapphire travel credit card for the premium benefits but were waiting for bigger bonuses, the time is now.

June 7, 2024 06:09 PM

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Paul Rubio

A modern building with a glass wall under a pink sky

Hotels

14 Airbnb Alternatives for Every Kind of Vacation Home Seeker

Our favorite vacation rental companies offer everything from luxurious villas and design-forward dwellings to stylish family-friendly cribs.

July 23, 2024 09:36 AM

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Michelle Baran

Lanikai Beach on Oahu with palm trees and green hills in background

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