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Winter Is Japan’s Most Underrated Travel Season—6 Reasons That Will Have You Booking Your Trip Immediately

Here are compelling reasons to consider a trip to Japan in the winter.

December 16, 2024 02:38 PM

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Uber and Lyft to Add Fuel Surcharge Due to High Price of Gas

As gas prices increase across the country, ride-sharing companies are introducing temporary fees intended to help lessen the burden on drivers.

March 14, 2022 06:01 PM

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Bailey Berg

History + Culture

What to Know if You’re in Bali on the Annual Day of Silence

During Nyepi, the Hindu holiday honoring the new year, stillness and quiet sweep the island. Here’s what it’s like—and what to know if it’s happening when you’re visiting.

March 7, 2019 03:38 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

History + Culture

Airbnb’s 10 Most Popular LGBTQ Experiences for Pride Around the World

From walking tours of Montreal to karaoke in Seoul, the site has nearly 50 opportunities available for this Pride month. These are the 10 most popular.

June 13, 2018 08:58 AM

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Tim Chester

Collage of ski trip packing essentials on a purple and green checkered background

Winter Sports

The Ultimate Ski Trip Packing List

Follow this guide to the best things to take on a ski trip, for both on and off the slopes.

January 30, 2024 05:12 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

California’s Stunning “Field of Light” Is Back

Bruce Munro’s popular light installation is once again on view in Paso Robles—this time, until September 5, 2022

March 11, 2022 04:42 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

What’s New In...

This Australian City Is Top of Our Travel List for 2025. Here’s Why It Should Be on Yours.

Destination dining and a newly expanded art gallery with a blockbuster surrealist exhibition await.

December 6, 2024 12:53 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

History + Culture

What in the World Are You Wearing?

Unravel the social status, historic figures, and far-flung places behind your clothes to go around the world in your closet.

July 2, 2020 09:45 AM

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Pat Tompkins

COVID + Travel

U.S. Plans to Require COVID Vaccines for Foreign Travelers

The policy would be part of a larger initiative to begin relaxing travel restrictions from destinations such as Europe and the United Kingdom.

August 5, 2021 11:30 AM

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Zeke Miller

Train Travel

To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Germany Will Swap Planes for Trains on Domestic Routes

This agreement could cut a sixth of the carbon dioxide emissions currently generated by short-haul flights in Germany.

April 16, 2021 11:43 AM

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Associated Press (AP)

The lobby of JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa features a large wooden pavilion and a painting depicting trees and nature.

Loyalty + Rewards

Earn 5 Free Hotel Nights With This Best-Ever Marriott Credit Card Offer

The latest Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card offer is worth 250,000 points.

January 25, 2024 12:51 PM

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Paul Rubio

Person looks through a telescope at sunset

The last time it passed by Earth was 50,000 years ago.

January 27, 2023 12:17 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Want to Get Global Entry Fast? Here’s How to Speed Up the Process

Visas + Passports

The Secret Way to Get Global Entry Fast

There are currently long waits for Global Entry interviews. But there’s a secret way to cut the line.

September 15, 2023 08:25 AM

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Tim Chester

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What to Do With Leftover Foreign Currency

Some practical tips for using up your extra yen, euros, francs, and beyond.

September 15, 2023 07:05 AM

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Bailey Berg

10 English Words With Unfortunate Meanings in Other Languages

Travel Tips + Etiquette

12 English Words With Unfortunate Meanings in Other Languages

A beginner’s guide to which words to watch out for where.

January 19, 2024 05:30 PM

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Chris Ciolli

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