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Outdoor Adventure

This Hidden Corner of British Columbia Is Paradise for Nature Lovers

One writer on the hamlet he considers his “happy place.”

March 25, 2020 01:35 PM

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Ryan Knighton

Google Flights’ tools can help you avoid unexpected baggage fees.

Packing Tips + Gear

What Happens to Airlines’ Unclaimed Baggage?

If a suitcase gets lost on a flight, does it end up in luggage heaven? Sort of. Here’s what happens to the unclaimed bags that get left behind.

December 8, 2023 08:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

Fall 2022

Old Trade Routes, Ancient Ruins, Afternoon Tea: Biking the Jordan Trail

Along Jordan’s ancient trade route, two cyclists encounter archaeological relics, forested parks, and a generous invite to lunch.

October 3, 2022 03:52 PM

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Andrew Findlay

Where to Eat in Paris, According to Eric Frechon, One of France’s Most Famous Chefs

Food + Drink

Where to Eat in Paris, According to One of France’s Most Famous Chefs

Eat your way though the City of Light using the insider recommendations from Eric Frechon of the three-Michelin-starred Epicure restaurant at Hôtel Le Bristol in Paris.

November 29, 2019 07:00 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Destination Spotlight

Here’s What You’ll Discover in South Carolina’s Lowcountry

Nature, wellness, and amazing cuisine are just the beginning at Palmetto Bluff.

Sponsored by Palmetto Bluff

A United, Delta, and American airplane all crossing paths with each other at an airport

Air Travel News

U.S. Airlines Now Owe You Automatic Refunds. Here’s How to Get Them.

You’re now entitled to automatic reimbursements for canceled flights, significantly delayed flights, luggage delays, and more.

November 13, 2024 11:51 AM

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Dennis Green

Train Travel

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

Sunset over two stupas atop a thickly forested mountain in Thailand

COVID + Travel

The Ethics of Vaccinated Travel

Even if you can travel internationally, should you? We posed the hard questions to ethicists and sustainable travel operators so we can take our next trips mindfully.

April 27, 2021 12:58 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Epic Trips

In Patagonia, You Can White-Water Raft for 62 Miles from Lodge to Lodge

Chile’s Futaleufú River provides a rare, thrilling experience that’s possible only with continued environmental protection.

May 12, 2026 01:43 PM

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Jessica Vincent

Outdoor Adventure

What to Know If You’re Escaping in an RV This Weekend

Self-contained RVs seem like the perfect way to head out of town on an adventure right now, but there are a number of things to keep in mind so that you can travel safely and responsibly.

May 26, 2020 08:14 PM

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Maggie Fuller

COVID + Travel

Portugal Implements Weekend Travel Ban in Lisbon Amid Virus Surge

Those with plans to head to Portugal—which recently reopened to U.S. visitors—should be aware of the new restrictions on travel into and out of Lisbon.

June 17, 2021 02:35 PM

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Barry Hatton

A dahabiya is a shallow-bottomed wooden sailboat that offers a different kind of Nile cruise experience.

River Cruises

What It’s Like on a Nile Cruise

A Nile cruise is an essential part of most trips to Egypt, and a dahabiya sailboat cruise is the way to get more out of the experience.

July 3, 2023 08:00 AM

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Fran Golden

Air Canada airplane coming in for a landing with a body of water below during sunset

Air Travel News

Air Canada Flight Attendants Strike Ends, But Service Disruptions Expected to Persist—What to Know

A days-long standoff has finally come to an end, but it will take some time before operations fully return to normal.

August 19, 2025 03:52 PM

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Charmaine Noronha

History + Culture

Uncovering the Heart and Soul of New Orleans’s Classic Cuisine

An acclaimed food historian explores the roots of New Orleans’s cultural character through its cuisine.

August 23, 2017 12:15 PM

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Sarah Buder

Travel Tales

The Healing Power of Maine’s Forests

Abdi Nor Iftin fled Somalia’s civil war—and was diagnosed with PTSD soon after immigrating to the U.S. His cure? Mother Nature.

June 4, 2021 09:42 AM

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Abdi Nor Iftin

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