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13 of the Best, Most Community-Oriented Black-Owned Bookstores in the U.S.

Community centers, sources of literary and cultural inspiration, inequality busters . . . Black-owned bookstores are forces of change and inspiration.

February 24, 2025 08:45 AM

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Tykesha Spivey Burton

Hotels

Japan’s Mount Fuji Has a New Luxury Hotel With Private Hot Springs and Michelin-Worthy Dining

Gora Kadan, one of Japan’s most respected ryokans, opens its second property, bringing its revered hospitality to a stunning new location near Mount Fuji.

July 18, 2025 11:41 AM

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Yukari Sakamoto

Tips + News

When Natural Disasters Strike During COVID, Where Can People Safely Go?

As wildfires rage throughout the West, evacuees are challenged to find safe refuge amid the coronavirus pandemic.

September 11, 2020 08:10 PM

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Michelle Baran

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Restaurants + Cafés

10 U.S. Restaurants Where the Views Are as Amazing as the Food

While some restaurants with views coast on their good looks, these eateries across the country serve food as impressive as the scenery.

November 10, 2025 01:01 PM

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Alina Polishuk

Left: Aqva aerial view; right: sailing to Burano

Hotel News + Openings

A New Floating Hotel in Venice Brings Guests to Lesser-Explored Areas of the Famed Italian City

The new Aqva loft gives guests access to Venice’s quieter waterways, offering the city’s first exclusive floating lodging with full navigation capabilities.

December 5, 2025 03:25 PM

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Jenn Rice

United Airlines aircraft parked at an airport gate as seen from above.

Air Travel News

What’s Going on With All the United Airplane Incidents? Aviation Experts Weigh In.

There have been at least 10 maintenance and flight diversion issues on United airplanes over the past few weeks.

March 22, 2024 09:09 AM

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Bill Fink

Where to Travel Next

7 Beautiful Places in Italy Without the Crowds

Ditch the crowds and spend some time in these destinations instead.

January 15, 2025 03:19 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Yayoi Kusama "Dreaming of Earth’s Sphericity, I Would Offer My Love" (2023)

Art + Culture

7 Art Exhibits Worth Traveling for This Fall and Winter

From John Waters’s first retrospective to an interactive LED display in Manhattan, these seven art exhibitions are worth a plane ticket.

November 4, 2023 10:00 AM

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Mae Hamilton

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Hiking + Cycling

This 200-Mile California Hiking Trail Is Extremely Hard to Access—But One Company Just Made It Much Easier

Wildland Trekking has just announced four new trips on the beloved John Muir Trail, all of which come with permits. Here’s what to know.

October 9, 2024 08:13 AM

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Bailey Berg

Author and podcast host Amanda Montell with ice cream cone in Italy

Solo Travel

“Wordslut” Author Amanda Montell Is Spending a Month in Italy. Here’s Why.

The author of “Wordslut” and “Cultish” recognizes the healing power of long, slow, solo travel.

April 23, 2023 06:15 PM

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Kaitlin Menza

A color x-ray image of a luggage with various items including a marijuana leaf

Air Travel News

Has TSA Changed Its Marijuana Policy?

A recent subtle update has led to questions about what is permitted when flying.

June 10, 2026 06:05 PM

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Iona Brannon

cruise ship at twilight in Alaska with snow-capped mountains in the background and a little bird house above the water in the foreground

Ocean Cruises

Ever Heard of a Closed-Loop Cruise? Here’s What to Know About These Unique Sailings

A lesser-known rule allows U.S. travelers to sail to some international destinations without a passport as long as they are on what is known as a “closed-loop cruise.”

August 15, 2023 06:21 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Norse Atlantic Is Offering One-Way Europe Flights From $129 and Premium Round-Trip Fares From $822

The deals include flights to London, Paris, Rome, and Oslo—but don’t delay. The promotional fares must be booked by end of day on June 20.

June 15, 2023 03:36 PM

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Bailey Berg

Monterey County California Pebble Beach Couple Coastline See Monterey

Hotels

10 Stunning Resorts and Hotels Along the Monterey and Big Sur Coast

Rave-worthy restaurants, spas, and wineries at these hotels let visitors relax and recharge along the California Coast.

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