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More than 21,000 flights were scheduled to take off in the U.S. on Wednesday.

Air Travel News

All Departing U.S. Flights Temporarily Grounded After FAA Computer Outage

The cause of the outage was still being investigated Wednesday morning.

January 11, 2023 09:11 AM

Malibu Sunset Suite at Regent Santa Monica Beach

Hotels We Love

From Wellness Getaways to Design-Led Urban Retreats, These Are California’s 20 Top Hotels

These are the top luxury hotels to book in the Golden State, where experiences range from world-class culinary destinations and beachfront retreats to storied city hideaways.

August 25, 2025 07:13 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

UNESCO World Heritage

These Are the World’s Most Endangered UNESCO Sites—and How You Can Help Save Them

There are several challenges threatening UNESCO’s beloved World Heritage sites.

November 21, 2023 02:02 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

An illustration of people arriving at a hotel and bell boys loading a trolley.

Spring 2023

Hospitality Staff Often Feel Invisible—Here’s How to Make Them Feel Seen

How to honor the workers who make our travel experiences memorable.

April 20, 2023 04:23 PM

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Latria Graham

Food + Drink

What, Exactly, Is Volcano Bread?

The Icelandic bread is cooked in a unique way—with heat from geothermic springs.

May 5, 2017 12:56 PM

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Vanita Salisbury

Hiking + Cycling

5 Urban Trails That Connect U.S. Cities to the Great Outdoors

You don’t have to get out of town to have rewarding encounters with nature. These green spaces offer ample opportunities to hike, walk, bike, glide or ride in the heart of the city.

July 16, 2021 06:38 PM

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Kristin Braswell

COVID + Travel

Ireland to Open to Vaccinated Travelers on July 19

Travelers from the United States will soon be able to head to the Emerald Isle.

June 10, 2021 10:38 PM

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Michelle Baran

The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort's overwater bungalows are located in a private lagoon.

Hotels

These Are the 6 Best Hotel Rewards Programs

When it comes to hotels, it pays to be loyal.

November 18, 2023 12:14 PM

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Chris Dong

several Southwest Airlines planes all parked side by side

Air Travel News

All Southwest Flights Were Temporarily Grounded Today—What Happened?

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a nationwide pause on all Southwest Airlines departures on Tuesday due to a “technical issue,” which the agency later lifted.

April 18, 2023 02:36 PM

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Michelle Baran

The Influencer: Catherine Bailey, Creative Director

Cities We Love

What to Do in Northern California, According to Catherine Bailey of Heath Ceramics

The owner of the iconic ceramic brand shares her favorite places to eat, stay, and explore in Northern California.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

Spring 2022

What Are Carbon Offsets?

Carbon offsets may not be the end-all-be-all to eliminating emissions generated by travel, but they are a first step.

March 25, 2022 02:04 PM

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Tim Chester

A kayak balanced on some rocks on the side of a lake

Travel for Good

Can U.S. National Parks Truly Go Carbon-Free? The Answer Lies in Lake Superior

The ambitious five-park plan serves as a climate-fighting call to action.

April 17, 2023 11:01 AM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

AFAR Approved

This Rumpl Travel Blanket Comes With Me on Every Long-Haul Flight—and It’s Currently 25 Percent Off

The travel-size version of Rumpl’s sleeping bag–inspired blanket keeps me warm even when the AC is blasting at 30,000 feet. Get it for only $64 now.

November 16, 2023 11:06 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

United to Cut 50 Domestic Flights per Day at a Major U.S. Airport

The root of the problem is congestion and air traffic control staffing, the carrier explains.

June 27, 2022 08:44 PM

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Michelle Baran

A mother holding a child wearing a coat and pink backpack in an airport security lane

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