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A Castle Seen in “The Crown” Is Now Available on Airbnb

Netflix used Belvoir Castle as a filming location in its hit drama starring Olivia Coleman. Now you can rent it for limited 1-night stays this winter—including New Year’s Eve.

December 16, 2019 07:01 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

The Joys of a Virtual Whisky Tasting

No one should ever drink alone.

June 8, 2020 11:24 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Tips + News

Finland Wants to Send You on a Free Summer Vacation With a Local Guide

The country’s “Rent a Finn” program is pairing a few lucky travelers with locals to show off what makes Finland the happiest country in the world.

March 26, 2019 01:44 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Longreads

Watch Millions of Butterflies Take Flight in One of the Planet’s Most Magical—and Endangered—Migrations

In the mountains of Michoacán, ecotourism is helping save an imperiled species.

March 14, 2025 10:31 AM

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Chloe Bergé

Bath, Somerset, England, UK - 13 August 2024: The Jane Austen Center and Recency Tea Rooms

Festivals + Events

Live Out Your Pride and Prejudice Dreams During Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday Party in England This Year

Austenites, assemble! Three counties in southwest England are hosting can’t-miss celebrations for Jane Austen’s 250th birthday.

January 17, 2025 01:59 PM

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Cat Sposato

Loyalty + Rewards

Hidden Boarding Pass Perks You Probably Never Knew Existed

You can score free ski tickets, free wine tastings, discounted museum tickets, and more. Who knew?

October 25, 2018 06:01 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Tips + News

United States and Canada Will Close Border to Nonessential Travel

A few exemptions will be allowed, since completely closing the border would cause severe damage to both the highly integrated U.S. and Canadian economies.

March 18, 2020 01:20 PM

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Rob Gillies

Epic Trips

Over the Fjords and Far Away: A Remote Alaskan Lodge Takes You Deep Into the Wild

In a virtually inaccessible part of Alaska, there’s a little lodge that takes travelers places very few have been before.

May 25, 2018 06:50 PM

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Freda Moon

You're not imagining it, Airbnb's are getting more expensive. But you can save some money with these tips.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Save When Booking an Airbnb

From evaluating length of stay to extra amenities provided, there are plenty of ways to save on an Airbnb.

September 21, 2022 04:28 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Air Travel News

Why European Airlines Are Flying Empty Planes

With an Omicron-fueled drop in demand, planes continue to fly in Europe even without passengers so that airlines won’t lose their airport slots. But what about climate concerns?

January 6, 2022 04:20 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Cities We Love

6 Local, Off-the-Beaten-Path Experiences in Asheville

With a vibrant art, food, and culture scene and a plethora of immersive outdoor activities, there’s a lot more to Asheville than its famous landmarks.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville

Tips + News

This Tiny Country Is Europe’s Fastest Growing Destination

Here’s what you need to know about San Marino before you travel there.

November 9, 2018 09:41 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

COVID + Travel

A Global Search for Vaccines Fuels a Different Kind of Tourism

Some U.S. cities and states are going beyond tacitly allowing travelers to get vaccinated for COVID-19 and are actively courting vaccine tourists.

May 28, 2021 03:14 PM

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John Newton

A line of people waiting outside a Parisian boulangerie to buy bread

Travel Tips + Etiquette

8 Rules About French Etiquette From Someone Who Lived in Paris

Mind your p’s, q’s, and ooh la las when visiting the capital this summer.

June 17, 2024 01:15 PM

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Sara Lieberman

Small Ship Cruises

Meet Celebrity Flora, the Ship Designed for the Galápagos

Launching in 2019, this innovative vessel promises to improve the island-cruising experience for its pampered passengers—and for the fragile environment it explores.

December 8, 2017 05:25 PM

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Matthew Phenix

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