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UNESCO World Heritage

Venice No Longer Risks Losing UNESCO Status

The decision comes after a ban on massive cruise ships in the city’s historic center.

July 26, 2021 02:50 PM

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Colleen Barry

Epic Trips

Exploring the Nature of the Florida Keys

The combination of ecological beauty and fragility in these unique islands makes them worth visiting—and protecting.

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Where to Go in Spring

10 Best Places to Travel in March

Skip the cleaning—make spring the time to take a trip, and blow out the cobwebs in a much more fulfilling way.

January 12, 2026 06:30 AM

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Mark Ellwood

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Sustainable Travel

This Airline Strives to Make Flying More Eco-Friendly

The Lufthansa Group is cutting CO₂ emissions through fleet modernization, Green Fares, and sustainable fuels.

Sponsored by Lufthansa Group

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Camping

25 Great Camping Gift Ideas, According to an Avid Camper

Camping cookbooks, comfy loungewear, and a flask with camp-ready features are only a few of our ideas for the outdoor adventurers on your list.

November 5, 2024 07:21 PM

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Jessie Beck

Epic Trips

I Rode a Bike Through Rwanda for 5 Days—Here’s Why It Was the Best Way to See the Country

Rwanda’s flourishing cycling culture gives reason to visit beyond the mountain gorillas.

October 11, 2024 09:35 AM

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Erik Trinidad

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Ocean Cruises

Ever Heard of a Closed-Loop Cruise? Here’s What to Know About These Unique Sailings

A lesser-known rule allows U.S. travelers to sail to some international destinations without a passport as long as they are on what is known as a “closed-loop cruise.”

August 15, 2023 06:21 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Super Nintendo World Is Now Open in Japan

A life-size Mario Kart ride and much more recently opened at Universal Studios Japan, with construction underway at theme parks in Orlando and Hollywood.

March 24, 2021 04:17 PM

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Nicole Antonio

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AFAR Approved

Samsung and Apple Both Offer Luggage Trackers. Which Is More Accurate?

Here’s how the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 and the Apple AirTag compared when tracking luggage on a recent trip to Japan.

March 22, 2024 01:43 PM

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Bailey Berg

Travel for Good

50 Countries Promise to Protect 30 Percent of Land and Sea by 2030

The U.S. was absent from the summit—but Biden has also pledged to preserve 30 percent of American lands and waters by 2030.

January 11, 2021 03:42 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

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Loyalty + Rewards

This No-Fee Credit Card Now Comes With up to 6.5 Percent Cash Back on Travel

The Chase Freedom Unlimited’s relaunch offer comes with a big cash-back boost on all purchases, from travel to takeout.

March 21, 2024 01:49 PM

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Paul Rubio

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National Parks

8 Most Breathtaking Utah National Parks and Monuments

Where to go for gravity-defying rock formations, vast and colorful canyons, and surprising water features.

September 26, 2023 07:13 AM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

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Cities We Love

Seattle Is Booming—Here’s How Locals Are Keeping the Emerald City Green

Three tastemakers—in fashion, farming, and at an aquarium—share how Seattle’s sustainability credentials are shaping it. Plus, how to explore the city as a local.

June 18, 2024 12:20 PM

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Allison Williams

Cities We Love

A Perfect Day in Dubai

Two Dubai insiders reveal how they spend their time in the City of Gold.

December 3, 2021 12:42 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Sunday Funday: A Perfect Day in Copenhagen

Cities We Love

How to Spend a Perfect Day in Copenhagen

Three locals on how to make the most of 24 hours in this cosmopolitan Scandinavian capital city.

December 2, 2021 03:54 PM

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Mary Holland

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