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Air Travel News

Delta Adds 3 New Direct Flights to Europe and Asia from the West Coast

Delta Air Lines is expanding its global route network out of key airports in California and Washington.

August 4, 2025 06:42 PM

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Bailey Berg

Fish swim in a blue and purple ocean as a scuba diver's bubbles rise.

Spring 2023

Costa Rica Is Making Big Moves to Protect Its Waters. Is It Working?

In 2021, Costa Rica made headlines when it committed to increasing protection for the waters surrounding Cocos Island National Park. In reality, things are far more complicated.

April 17, 2023 04:00 PM

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Mona Gable

Air Travel News

This Is the First U.S. Airport to Be Fully Solar-Powered

An airport in Tennessee is now generating enough renewable energy to meet all its energy needs—a model that could be replicated by other airports.

July 19, 2019 12:41 AM

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Michelle Baran

Paris plus the Olympics? <i>Mais oui! </i>

Official Paris 2024 Olympic events packages are now live—they include guaranteed tickets to the Games, hotel accommodations, and curated tours and activities.

January 17, 2023 07:54 PM

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Michelle Baran

8 Beautiful Waterfalls Around the World You Can Visit

Natural Wonders

9 Waterfalls So Beautiful They’re Worth Traveling For

“Fall” in love with these nine superlative-packed falls, spanning the globe.

September 29, 2023 07:59 AM

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Deb Hopewell

Tips + News

European Union Bans Foreign Travelers to Curb Coronavirus Spread

Leaders of the 27-country bloc have decided to impose travel restrictions on most foreigners entering Europe for at least 30 days to limit the spread of the new coronavirus, or COVID-19.

March 17, 2020 07:15 PM

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Lorne Cook

A guide speaking to a tour group near a body of water in Shark Bay, Australia.

History + Culture

12 Meaningful Ways to Experience Indigenous Culture in Australia

Get to know the world’s oldest continuously living culture through these dozen enlightening (and fun) tours.

November 17, 2023 01:55 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

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

Where to Travel Next

The History Lover’s Guide to Malta

With ancient temples, fortified cities, and impressive forts that have served as battlegrounds and movie sets, Malta is practically made for history buffs.

April 27, 2020 08:52 PM

Air Travel News

Which European Budget Airlines Can You Trust?

Following the collapse of Primera Air earlier this month, travelers may be wondering what the risks are when booking with Europe’s low-cost carriers.

October 26, 2018 04:26 PM

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Mike Arnot

Family Travel

Chicago’s 9 Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants

Dine in style with the littles at these Windy City eateries that cater to kids, too.

February 26, 2019 11:20 AM

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Nicole Schnitzler

A scoop of matcha ice cream at Fortunes in Tivoli, NY

Food + Drink

16 Ice Cream Shops in the U.S. With Seriously Unique Flavors

These ice cream shops are anything but vanilla.

June 25, 2026 04:26 PM

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Alina Polishuk

Travelers in front of the Trevi Fountain, Rome, Italy

Longreads

Are Travelers Ruining Travel?

This summer saw what felt like unprecedented bad tourist behavior. Is the end of it near?

September 19, 2023 09:44 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Tips + News

The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Have Been Postponed Until Summer 2021

The event will now start almost exactly a year after it was supposed to, in July 2021.

March 30, 2020 01:22 PM

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Michelle Baran

Weekend Getaways

10 Cozy Hotels for a Romantic Getaway

For a dreamy weekend away, snuggle up at one of these sweet retreats with fireplaces, hot tubs, and more.

June 10, 2020 09:21 AM

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Erika Hueneke

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