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Trains

On the Rocky Mountaineer Train, Seeing the West—and Taking It Slow

Aboard the new luxury train that travels through some of the most scenic landscapes in Utah and Colorado.

October 1, 2021 11:38 AM

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Sebastian Modak

Tips + News

These Travel Companies Will Help You Aid in California’s Wildfire Relief Efforts

United MileagePlus members can earn up to 1,000 bonus award miles for contributing to relief organizations, and Airbnb is connecting those displaced by the fires with free housing.

November 14, 2018 05:02 PM

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Michelle Baran

National Parks

California’s Best National Parks and Monuments

The Golden State boasts more national parks than any other in the nation and they protect some of the most iconic natural wonders in the world.

July 29, 2019 07:36 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

DHS Suspends Global Entry Enrollment for New Yorkers

The move, which includes several other Trusted Traveler Programs, is in direct retaliation for the state’s sanctuary policies that protect undocumented immigrants, officials say.

February 6, 2020 01:55 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Museums + Galleries

American Writers Museum Opens in Chicago

It spotlights the country’s rich literature history.

May 16, 2017 07:15 PM

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Matt Villano

Festivals + Events

The Digital Detox Retreat Every Free-Spirited Traveler Needs to Hit

Get ready to disconnect from your device and reconnect to nature at this innovative festival.

February 9, 2018 08:03 PM

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Andrew Richdale

Beaches

This Tiny Bahamian Island Is the Getaway You Need

Its vibe is so chill, it attracted a luxury boutique hotel group focused on deep travel experiences.

April 11, 2017 05:44 PM

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Erin Lentz

Air Travel News

Caribbean Airlines: Nonstop JFK to the Grenadines for $242

New weekly service from New York City will deliver you to sunny St. Vincent in less than five hours.

March 21, 2018 11:33 AM

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Matthew Phenix

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Have the Ultimate Vacation on the World’s Biggest Cruise Ship

Set sail on Royal Caribbean’s new Symphony of the Seas and you’ll be rubbing elbows with close to 6,700 fellow passengers. Here’s how to do it smarter.

April 13, 2018 01:26 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

As John Steinbeck once said, “Texas is a state of mind.”

Longreads

Anyhow, Texas, I Love You

The good, bad, ugly—and beautiful—things about Texas.

October 18, 2022 01:50 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Packing Tips + Gear

Uber Is Trying to Fix Its Most Annoying Problem

Newly launched features attempt to make it simpler for the app’s users to reserve—and locate—their rideshares.

July 16, 2018 09:25 AM

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Sarah Buder

Packing Tips + Gear

8 Easy Ways to Lessen Your Impact as a Traveler

The founder of Going Zero Waste shares her tips for creating a zero-waste travel kit, understanding and buying carbon offsets, and giving back to your favorite destination.

April 19, 2019 02:00 PM

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Aislyn Greene

AFAR Advisor

This New Ship Has Reinvented the Classic Danube Cruise

The groundbreaking AmaMagna, from AmaWaterways, is an impressive new option for your river (and even ocean) cruise-loving clients.

August 15, 2019 09:39 AM

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AmaWaterways

Air Travel News

5 Airline Trends to Look for in 2017

Some good, some bad

December 5, 2016 11:59 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

Air Travel News

JetBlue Performs Seat Comfort Magic With Newly Redesigned Airbus

A first look at the airline’s new Airbus A320 interiors reveals that despite squeezing more passengers into the same amount of space, the seats actually feel roomy.

May 14, 2019 04:44 PM

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Andrew Sessa

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