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Hawaii Bans Reef-Destroying Sunscreens and Hotels Are Already Onboard

The state’s restrictions on the sale of sunscreens containing the toxic chemicals oxybenzone and octinoxate won’t take effect until January of 2021, but change is already afoot.

May 9, 2018 03:28 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Where to Travel Next

Come for St. Augustine, Stay for Amelia Island: A Guide to Northeast Florida

Tempting restaurants, new hotels, and plenty of outdoor adventure await.

January 27, 2022 03:32 PM

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Terry Ward

Albuquerque is home to the annual Balloon Fiesta, where more than 500 balloons take off in one mass ascension for nine days each fall.

Destination Spotlight

8 Things to Do in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Ride in the basket of a hot air balloon, paddleboard on the Rio Grande, and nosh on chile-covered everything in New Mexico’s largest city.

October 7, 2022 03:59 PM

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Bailey Berg

Delta Airplanes sit in a row at Kansas City International Airport

Loyalty + Rewards

Delta Introduces 15 Percent Mileage Discount Benefit for Amex Cardholders

Land 15 percent off award tickets with a new Delta credit card.

February 2, 2023 04:54 PM

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Paul Rubio

Hotel News + Openings

A Nutella Hotel Is Opening for 1 Weekend Only—Here’s How to Win a Stay

Nutella wants to treat 3 lucky winners and their guests to a weekend at a Napa Valley pop-up hotel devoted to the Italian hazelnut spread.

November 18, 2019 06:10 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Hotels

Japan’s First Ace Hotel Is Accepting Reservations Now

Designed by esteemed Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, the 213-room hotel in Kyoto is available to book for stays beginning April 16, 2020.

January 30, 2020 04:00 PM

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Sarah Buder

Tierra Bomba is a 15-minute boat ride from Cartagena, one of the largest cities on Colombia’s Caribbean coast.

Longreads

How Cartagena’s “Forgotten Island” Kick-Started a Recycling Movement

The tourism industry abandoned Colombia’s Tierra Bomba island decades ago. Today, locals and hospitality pioneers are rebuilding from scratch.

May 30, 2023 01:15 PM

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Alexandra Marvar

Art + Culture

Everything You Need to Know About Buffalo’s Hippest ’Hood

It may be tiny, but Allentown is packed with delicious food, historical architecture, and live music venues worth exploring.

June 28, 2019 10:52 AM

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Sean Flynn

Ocean Cruises

MSC Cruises’ Newest Ship Is the Brand’s Largest and Most Sustainable Ship to Date

The “MSC World Europa” runs on greener, alternative fuel. The mega-ship also features a hydroponic garden restaurant and a brewery where beers are made with desalinated water. Here’s a first look.

January 26, 2023 02:26 PM

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Bailey Berg

Packing Tips + Gear

Valentine’s Day Gifts for People Who Love Travel (Almost) as Much as They Love You

14 gift ideas for the travel lover in your life

February 11, 2019 06:44 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

Yes, You Really Should Check Out the Local Farmers’ Market

It’s not just a twee answer to “What should I do while I’m here?”

October 6, 2016 12:17 PM

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Will McGough

Travel for Good

Travel That Transforms With GoPhilanthropic

Our Tour Operators That Give Back series meets a company offering travelers a deeper understanding of pressing issues facing the countries they visit.

September 24, 2021 04:32 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Travel for Good

An Electric Road Trip From L.A. to Las Vegas Is Easier Than You May Think

Many people fly the 300-mile journey, but the eco-option is getting more and more feasible.

December 17, 2021 02:36 PM

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Tim Chester

Loyalty + Rewards

Chase Adds Air Canada Aeroplan as Its Newest Airline Transfer Partner

Chase credit cardholders now have another airline partner to transfer their points to for travel redemptions.

August 25, 2021 10:35 PM

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Eric Rosen

Travel Vanguard

Vanguard 2017: Helen Hill, CEO of the Charleston Area CVB

The tourism expert helped turn South Carolina’s largest city into an internationally acclaimed destination.

September 20, 2017 08:00 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

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