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Dubai’s Next Luxury Hotel Is Set to Be the Tallest in the World—and Reservations Are Now Open

The 1,004-room, 82-floor Ciel Dubai Marina will become the latest over-the-top hotel in a city known for its glamour and superlatives.

October 13, 2025 04:15 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Food + Drink

Bakeries, Boutiques, and Beauty Rooms: NYC Is Having a Korean Culture Moment

From a tiny Chinatown wine bar to a Meatpacking District motor showroom doubling as a cultural hub, NYC’s Korean scene is bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever.

February 18, 2026 01:09 PM

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Katie Chang

Air Travel News

These U.S. Airports Just Received Millions for Major Upgrades

Funding has been set aside for large-scale improvements at dozens of U.S. hubs.

July 8, 2022 10:27 AM

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Associated Press (AP)

Food + Drink

These 6 Restaurants Are Only Reachable by Boat

Whether heading to a floating restaurant or a tiny island outpost, traveling to these dining rooms is half the fun.

May 5, 2026 12:56 PM

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Tae Yoon

Zermatt, Switzerland. Gornergrat tourist train with waterfall, bridge and Matterhorn. Valais region.

Loyalty + Rewards

AmEx Green Card Relaunches With Best-Ever Welcome Bonus

The American Express Green Card now also comes with enhanced perks—proving it a worthy alternative to the AmEx Platinum.

May 23, 2023 04:24 PM

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Paul Rubio

Hotels

These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Santa Monica

Whether you’re after a boutique retreat right on the sand or a historic hotel for sunset cocktails, these spots will give you a true sense of Santa Monica, California.

February 26, 2024 07:32 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Do You Tip in Italy? Sometimes—Here’s When and How Much to Give

Basic tipping etiquette in Italia should be as easy to grasp as learning to love vino, da Vinci, and Vespas.

April 26, 2023 12:09 AM

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Becca Blond

A view of empty seats and aisles in a Delta One first class cabin on a Delta Air Lines airplane

Air Travel News

Delta Turns 100 This Year and Just Announced Some High-Tech Changes to the Flying Experience

Delta is kicking off a landmark anniversary year by heading into a new century with its eye on futuristic innovations that will help to define the next era of air travel.

January 10, 2025 02:02 PM

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Chris Dong

COVID + Travel

CDC to Further Extend Airline Mask Mandate

The federal mask mandate on public transportation—including airplanes, trains, subways, buses, taxis, and ride-shares—will continue until May 3.

April 13, 2022 12:47 PM

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Zeke Miller

HONG KONG - NOVEMBER 03, 2015: check-in area in Hong Kong Airport. Hong Kong International Airport is the main airport in Hong Kong. It is located on the island of Chek Lap Kok

Air Travel News

United to End Service to New York’s JFK Airport Unless It Gets More Slots

A little more than one year after returning to the hub following a five-year break, the carrier is now considering pulling back out.

September 7, 2022 05:55 PM

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Michelle Baran

Two ceramic skulls displayed on a Dia de los Muertos altar.

Festivals + Events

This Vibrant Holiday Is Not the Mexican Version of Halloween. Here’s When and Where to Celebrate It in Mexico.

Taking place over two colorful days in November, Día de los Muertos is a vibrant festival held in memory of passed loved ones.

October 8, 2025 10:02 AM

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Sarah Buder

A group of costumed celebrators at Carnival in Bermuda.

Art + Culture

A First-Timer’s Guide to Bermuda’s Carnival

Experience the rhythms, dazzling costumes, and island vibes during Bermuda’s carnival season.

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