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Air Travel News

Air Travel Has a Serious Problem That Will Take Years to Fix

How did we get to where we are, and what does it mean for the flying public?

September 22, 2023 09:48 AM

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Barbara Peterson

Health + Wellness

Why One Woman Decided to Create the First-Ever Size-Inclusive Trips to Italy

Boutique tour company Stellavision Travel is on a mission to help travelers embrace body positivity on the road.

July 13, 2022 02:49 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

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U.S. Beaches

Where to Find Sun, Surf, and Seafood on the Jersey Shore

From fun and funky to classy and refined, there’s a beach for every person in the Garden State.

June 2, 2025 05:03 AM

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Rachel Chang

Travel Tips + Etiquette

7 Surprisingly Illegal Things to Avoid in Europe

Local laws in European countries can be very, well, specific. Here are some rules you’ll want to be aware of before you take your next trip.

June 5, 2019 09:52 AM

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Chris Ciolli

History + Culture

What It’s Like to Break the Fast for Ramadan in Countries Around the World

For cookbook author Anissa Helou, traveling during the month of Ramadan offers a surprising entrée into Muslim culture–and hour upon hour of joyful feasting.

March 29, 2019 05:23 PM

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Anissa Helou

Where to Go in Fall

A Culture-Filled Fall in London

A deeply satisfying trip to Brixton and Shoreditch, rich in history, culture, and Afro-Latinx eats.

November 23, 2022 02:08 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Camping

New York’s Island Glamping Retreat Is Upping Its Game This Summer

Collective Retreats is adding new modular structures called “Outlook Shelters,” and they are now available for booking.

June 3, 2019 10:01 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Outdoor Adventure

The Puerto Rico Most Travelers Miss

Ditch the crowds at the beach and venture into Puerto Rico’s remote central mountain region to find waterfalls, hidden lakes, and plenty of peace and quiet.

January 7, 2022 11:57 AM

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Jhoni Jackson

AFAR Advisor

The Best Advice for New Travel Advisors

A career as a travel advisor doesn’t end at a certain age. In fact, the more experience you get and the more you travel, the deeper your knowledge and the better you are at your job.

June 27, 2019 12:23 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Hotels

12 New London Hotels to Get Excited About in 2022

London calling? These hotels—stylish town houses, global brands, and refreshed grande dames among them—are waiting.

August 4, 2022 01:40 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Tips + News

Vienna Airport Is Offering 190 Euro Coronavirus Tests for Travelers to Avoid Quarantine

Upon arrival at Vienna International Airport, passengers can pay to undergo immediate COVID-19 testing—and if their results are negative, they can skip the required 14-day quarantine.

May 6, 2020 03:54 PM

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Sarah Buder

History + Culture

Inside Bangkok’s Hidden Portuguese Village

The Kudichin neighborhood was established before the city’s official founding, but most travelers miss this fascinating spot—and its delicious hybrid cuisine.

February 19, 2018 12:30 PM

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Allison Nicole Smith

Outdoor Adventure

How to See the Wonders of the World Without the Crowds

The Seven New Wonders of the World created some controversy when they were announced, but they—and the last remaining original Wonder—are still worth a visit, if you know how.

April 25, 2025 06:30 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

What’s New In...

New Hotels, Restaurants, and Flight Routes—Why You Should Travel to the Caribbean Right Now

New tours of Cuba, renovated hotels with beachfront rooms, and a very tempting food festival await.

January 23, 2025 03:19 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Safari

This Lion Safari Gives Travelers a Deeper Look at Wildlife Conservation in Africa

For the first time, travelers can follow the path of a two-country collaboration in Africa that’s protecting one of nature’s noblest species.

May 18, 2022 11:35 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

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