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How and Where to Celebrate Juneteenth in 2021

Black tourism and hospitality experts across the U.S. share the Juneteenth events they’re looking forward to this year.

June 15, 2021 11:23 AM

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Raven Briana McMillan

Hotels

This New York City Hotel Comes With Amazing Insider Access

The Peninsula New York rolls out the red carpet for guests with unique, exclusive experiences.

Sponsored by The Peninsula New York

The Spanish Steps in Rome viewed from a side street, with pink flowers line the center of the steps

Air Travel News

Alaska Airlines Launches Its First-Ever Flights to Europe

The Seattle-based airline will begin operating the new transatlantic flights in 2026.

June 3, 2025 06:45 PM

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Bailey Berg

COVID + Travel

Austria to Close to Leisure Travel During New National Lockdown

The lockdown is expected to last from November 22 until December 13.

November 19, 2021 06:17 PM

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Michelle Baran

Long, wide tunnel walkway at airport with blue and purple lighting and passengers, plus moving walkways on each side

Longreads

People Who Hate Airports Can’t See What Makes Them Magical

Airports are maddening. But they’re also magical, I think—even after getting stranded in one for eight hours.

December 11, 2025 11:02 AM

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Heather Radke

Cruise

The “Secret” Cruises That Will Bring You to Off-the-Beaten-Path Ports

These unique adventures on the high seas aren’t heavily promoted and tend to attract fewer and more experienced travelers. Here’s everything you need to know about repositioning cruises.

December 10, 2025 05:30 PM

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Jeri Clausing

For Sleepy Hong Kong Residents, 5-Hour Bus Tour Is a Snooze

Sponsored by Visit Phoenix

Dubai/United Arab Emirates 08/12/2019 photo from drone on the Dubai International Airport

Air Travel News

United and Emirates Strike Code-Share Deal—What That Means for Travelers

The new partnership will result in better flight connections but it will be a mixed bag for frequent fliers.

September 15, 2022 04:34 PM

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Barbara Peterson

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

Air Travel News

With New Nonstop Flights, Palm Springs Is More Accessible Than Ever

Even more flights to the California desert town are on the way.

October 9, 2019 06:43 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Beaches

Will This Beach Town Be Mexico’s Next Great Seaside Destination?

Once a sleepy fishing and surfing outpost, Puerto Escondido has developed a stylish arts and food scene—and a new highway promises to let everyone in on the secret.

October 3, 2016 04:05 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Panoramic view of Stroget street in Copenhagen, Denmark

Style + Design

Love Danish Design? Bring These Souvenirs Home From Copenhagen

Our senior gear editor and lover of all things Denmark weighs in on the best souvenirs.

February 10, 2023 03:28 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Dramatic evening light looking out across the Great Smoky Mountains from along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina

Off The Tourist Trail

Yes, You Can See USA’s Most Visited National Park Without Crowds—Here’s the Local Expert Guide

Fireflies and blue hills shine brighter with fewer people in the way.

October 30, 2025 02:53 PM

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Olivia Young

Longreads

The Vacation Situation

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the American vacation has once again been thrown into harsh relief.

July 9, 2020 04:12 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

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