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Lufthansa business class seats including one in the lie-flat position with a pillow and blanket atop it

How to Bid Your Way Into First or Business Class for Less

More than 50 airlines now let economy passengers bid on premium seats. Here’s how upgrade auctions work, what they cost, and when the strategy is actually worth it.

March 4, 2026 09:42 AM

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Bailey Berg

Main lounge area with chairs at the Charlotte Airport Centurion Lounge

Loyalty + Rewards

New Guest Fees Are Coming to Amex’s Centurion Lounges—Here’s How to Avoid Them

There are a few ways Amex Platinum cardholders can bypass the substantial guest fees at Centurion Lounges that begin February 1, 2023.

December 21, 2022 11:59 AM

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Paul Rubio

Longreads

Finding a True Thai Night Market—in Hollywood

Opened in late 2023, atSiam night market brings Bangkok to Los Angeles.

May 10, 2024 09:13 AM

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Pier Nirandara

An illuminated black sign at the airport with most yellow letters reads "Real ID Are You Ready?"

Air Travel News

Still Don’t Have a Real ID? You’ll Need to Pay a Fee to Get Through the Airport Starting in February

TSA is launching a new ConfirmID process on February 1, 2026, for fliers who show up at the airport without proper identification. Here’s what to know and how much it will cost.

January 28, 2026 01:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hotel News + Openings

Under Canvas Is Adding New Glamping Cabins Near a National Park and Great Lake

Our favorite outdoorsy brand is upping its comfort game with these new hotels.

April 29, 2025 03:39 PM

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Bailey Berg

A large selection of different french and italian cheeses on the counter of a small store at the market in the Bastille district.

Restaurants + Cafés

Where to Shop for Cheese in Paris

These five fromageries are treasure troves of surprising cheeses.

July 23, 2024 07:19 AM

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Sophie Friedman

Packing Tips + Gear

Please Don’t Put Your Suitcase on the Bed, Ever

The real reason there’s a luggage rack in your hotel room.

May 8, 2026 03:33 PM

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Shayla Martin

Plan to lift your own luggage into the overhead compartment.

Air Travel News

Why Flight Attendants Don’t Help You with Your Bags

Flight attendants have a few very good reasons for not wanting to lift your heavy carry-on into the overhead bin.

May 18, 2023 09:16 AM

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Adam Wisniewski

"Van Gogh's Cypresses" will be at the Metropolitan Museum of Art now through August 27, 2023.

Museums + Galleries

“The Starry Night” Moves to NYC’s Met for Once-in-a-Lifetime Van Gogh Exhibit

The Dutch painter’s masterpiece is taking a summer vacation at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s “Van Gogh’s Cypresses” exhibit.

May 22, 2023 06:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The regatta is one of many events to enjoy in the British Virgin Islands.

Festivals + Events

6 British Virgin Island Celebrations Worth Planning Around

Celebrate local music, food, and traditions at these vibrant BVI events.

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