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Amtrak Quietly Ends Its Beloved Dining Car Service

In a bid to appeal to a new set of riders, the train company has switched up its meal selection and done away with white tablecloths on long-haul rides.

October 9, 2019 07:54 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Solo Travel

I Spent a Month Solo Hiking in the Himalayas. I Recommend It to Everyone.

As cliché as it sounds, sometimes you have to lose yourself to find yourself.

August 13, 2025 12:41 PM

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Kate McMahon

Books

8 Essential Books for Map Fans

These books feature hundreds of innovative and charming maps from the 1600s to the present day.

December 7, 2020 02:45 PM

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Tim Chester

An illustration of people arriving at a hotel and bell boys loading a trolley.

Spring 2023

Hospitality Staff Often Feel Invisible—Here’s How to Make Them Feel Seen

How to honor the workers who make our travel experiences memorable.

April 20, 2023 04:23 PM

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Latria Graham

Style + Design

Italy, Art, and a Feminist Movement: The Design Inspiration Behind the Wing

For interior designer Chiara de Rege, a modern workspace for women channels femininity, sophistication, and the spirit of a city.

January 23, 2019 01:23 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Longreads

They Used to Be Places Just for Women. Now They’re UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

By the 13th century, many major European cities had established beguinages, or enclosed communities for women looking to live in relative freedom. What remains of them today?

March 8, 2024 09:55 AM

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Melissa Febos

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals for Travelers in 2021

Amazon Prime Day takes place on June 21 and 22 this year.

June 21, 2021 07:52 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

History + Culture

Around the World in 8 Smokin’ Hot Kinds of Barbecue

Whether you call it barbacoa, tandoori, or khorkhog, there’s no doubt that these barbecue styles from around the world are downright delicious.

April 12, 2018 01:26 PM

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Matt Jancer

Weekend Getaways

Toronto Is the Perfect Weekend Getaway for Adventurous Eaters

Hungry for a weekend full of world-class art, diverse restaurants, and beautiful nature? You’ve come to the right place.

July 13, 2022 10:07 AM

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Julia Eskins

Tips + News

France Will Spend $165 Million to Rescue Some of Its Small Cafés

The country has lost more than 150,000 cafés in the past 50 years.

September 30, 2019 04:00 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

The Future of Travel

What Hula Teaches About Connecting to the Environment in Maui

Here’s what to know about this art form—and where to see and do hula yourself.

Flights through Aspen are being affected by the Lake Christine Fire that broke out July 3.

July 23, 2018 05:29 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Why Thanksgiving Is the Best Time to Travel

Oregon

Overview

June 27, 2023 05:59 PM

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Jay Rymeski

Midsection view of man giving tip to employee in hotel

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Should You Tip at an All-Inclusive Resort?

While tipping policies at a regular hotel have clear rules, the lines are sometimes blurred at all-inclusives.

July 11, 2024 09:27 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

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National Parks

National Parks Trails That Are Truly Accessible

Wheelchair user, disabled-travel advocate, and blogger Cory Lee shares his favorite accessible trails in national parks.

July 10, 2024 10:14 AM

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Cory Lee

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