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How France’s Transit Strike Is Affecting Travelers in Paris

On Thursday, the Eiffel Tower and 11 of the 16 Métro lines in Paris were completely shut. Here’s what else travelers need to know.

December 5, 2019 02:58 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

National Parks

Wildfires Lead to Unexpected New Tours in Jasper National Park

Trees turned to matchsticks, a melted pay phone: Visitors can now see what the 2024 wildfires left in their wake—and the resilience and rebirth they’ve inspired

November 17, 2025 03:19 PM

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Maryam Siddiqi

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Los Angeles This Summer

A bumper crop of hotel openings, the meticulous restoration of a glamorous Hollywood hot spot, and thrilling art installations are making Tinseltown sizzle this summer.

July 22, 2019 01:18 PM

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Ann Shields

Restaurants + Cafés

The Best New Restaurants in Mexico City Right Now

If you’re going to CDMX, iconic restaurants like Pujol and Contramar are still worth a reservation. Just be sure to add these eight new places to eat to your itinerary, too.

December 20, 2018 12:35 PM

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Brooke Porter Katz

September / October 2021

2021 Stay List: Best New Sustainable Hotels

These international hotels offer eco-conscious and stylish accommodations that will leave guests with a clean conscience.

August 16, 2021 09:03 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Long lines of travelers at an airport in Europe

Travelers are warned that border control wait times may reach six hours as Europe’s digital EES entry system faces major hurdles.

June 9, 2026 06:43 PM

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Dianne See Morrison

The minibar at Borgo Santandrea on Italy's Amalfi Coast features a robin’s egg blue feathered backdrop and ribbed wooden cabinetry.

Hotels

Hotel Minibars Have Vastly Improved—These Are the Best of the Best

The top minibars around the world are sustainable, locally sourced, and customized.

October 7, 2023 09:34 AM

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Nora Zelevansky

River Cruises

The Better Way to Cruise in Venice

Large ocean cruise ships are banned from the city’s historic center but smaller, more environmentally friendly ships can still sail in the Venetian Lagoon.

September 10, 2021 04:24 PM

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Jeri Clausing

History + Culture

Meet Mexico’s Youngest Generation of Rodeo Riders

Women rodeo riders, known as “escaramuzas,” perform highly choreographed equestrian dances—some start as young as five years old.

June 10, 2022 11:02 AM

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Ayesha Habib

Fall 2024

My Mom’s Dementia Was Getting Worse. I Hoped a Mother-Daughter Cruise Would Help Us Reconnect

Travel can heal, but not in ways we may expect. Writer Ashlea Halpern boards a cruise with her mother, who has dementia, with the hope of bringing them both joy and connection.

October 23, 2024 03:25 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

A sailboat among the barren and icy landscapes of eastern Greenland with a moonlit sky

Cruise

Want to See the Total Solar Eclipse in 2026? Book One of These Epic Cruises

The August 2026 total solar eclipse will pass above beautiful destinations such as Greenland, Iceland, Portugal, and Spain. These show-stopping sailings will take you there.

November 26, 2024 12:29 PM

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Bailey Berg

While it appears to be a one-off event, it’s another indicator of the challenges sparked by overtourism across Europe.

June 18, 2025 12:23 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Travel for Good

The Thoughtful Traveler’s Guide to Indigenous Tourism

When communities share their culture on their own terms, everybody wins.

February 13, 2020 11:03 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Weekend Getaways

Why North Fork, Long Island, Is the Coastal Escape You Need

Wine country and beach life are only a couple hours from Manhattan.

September 8, 2023 05:26 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

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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