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What It’s Like to Take a River Cruise Through Europe Right Now

With COVID rules and restrictions varying by country, crossing the border by boat has its own new challenges—but there are some advantages, too.

September 22, 2021 06:20 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Air Travel News

Japan Airlines Is Giving Away 50,000 Round-Trip Flights

While everyone flocks to Tokyo for the Summer Olympics, consider this a chance to see the country’s lesser-visited cities.

January 13, 2020 01:32 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Epic Trips

An Indigenous Auckland Adventure

Travel responsibly and take in New Zealand’s vast natural beauty as you learn the ancient codes of respect the Māori have for the earth.

Sponsored by The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless™ Card from Chase

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Astrotourism

A Total Solar Eclipse Is Coming This April. These Tour Operators Will Plan Your Trip for You.

If you’re not one of the more than 30 million Americans living inside the path of totality, consider a solar eclipse getaway with these tour operators.

January 4, 2024 04:07 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

An aerial view of Sensei Porcupine Creek

Health + Wellness

At Tech Giant Larry Ellison’s New Sensei Resort, Wellness Is a Science

Sensei Porcupine Creek takes an ultra-personalized, science-based approach to nutrition, rest, and physical therapy.

January 12, 2023 12:13 PM

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Mae Hamilton

COVID + Travel

Los Angeles Encourages Staycations With Dozens of Hotel and Restaurant Deals

The city has launched a new campaign to encourage locals to stay in hotels, visit restaurants, and explore attractions closer to home.

August 24, 2020 06:30 PM

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Tim Chester

COVID + Travel

New Zealand Plans to Start Reopening Borders Early Next Year

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the borders won’t reopen until the nation’s vaccine rollout is complete.

August 12, 2021 01:26 PM

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Nick Perry

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Loyalty + Rewards

Choosing the Best Loyalty Programs for You in 2024

Here are the best ways to get rewarded by airlines, hotels—even credit card companies—this year.

January 24, 2024 05:46 PM

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Paul Rubio

Take a Ride on a Vintage 1940s Train This Summer and Fall

Train Travel

You Can Ride on a Vintage 1940s Train in New York Starting Next Month

Mark your calendars: Tickets for the Hudson River Rail go on sale January 20 and then again on February 17.

January 18, 2023 06:18 PM

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Kara Newman

The suites at the Shinola Hotel in Detroit feature turntables that guests can use during their stay.

Hotels

Things You Can And Cannot Take From Hotel Rooms

Before you swipe that hotel souvenir, here’s a primer on what you can (and can’t) bring home.

September 9, 2023 10:03 PM

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Nora Zelevansky

Outdoor Adventure

7 Ways Northern Arizona is an Epic Getaway for Natural History Fans

On a road trip around the Grand Canyon State’s outdoor heritage sites, it’s all about the scenic, illuminating journey.

Sponsored by Visit Arizona

Tips + News

Michelin Just Gave These 10 New York Restaurants New Stars

A Brooklyn wine bar owned by LCD Soundsystem’s frontman and a restaurant 30 miles outside of the city both earned stars in the 2020 edition of the Michelin Guide New York City.

October 24, 2019 12:48 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

September / October 2021

The 2021 AFAR Travel Vanguard

These visionaries are a force for good in the travel industry.

April 13, 2021 09:08 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Packing Tips + Gear

15 Mother’s Day Gifts for Your Travel-Loving Mom

Mother’s Day is on May 14 this year.

May 2, 2023 10:22 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Train Travel

On the Rocky Mountaineer Train, Seeing the West—and Taking It Slow

Aboard the new luxury train that travels through some of the most scenic landscapes in Utah and Colorado.

October 1, 2021 11:38 AM

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Sebastian Modak

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