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There’s Good News and Bad News for Frequent Southwest Fliers

Joining several others, the airline eliminated its miles expiration policy, but its beloved Companion Pass will be harder to obtain.

October 17, 2019 07:48 PM

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Michelle Baran

Tips + News

Hawaii’s Largest City Passes the Biggest Plastics Ban Yet

Oahu is doing away with plastic utensils, food containers, straws, and more.

December 10, 2019 04:24 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Longreads

I Took a 23-Day Trip With My Toddler. It Was the Most Rewarding Trip I’ve Ever Taken.

It was all trial by fire, but the lessons will last a lifetime.

May 8, 2024 09:25 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Hotels

Celebrating Black-Owned Hotels in Africa, One Instagram at a Time

Since 2018, the account “Sleep in Africa” has been profiling Black-owned hotels and accommodations across the continent.

February 11, 2022 02:50 PM

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Mazuba Kapambwe

Booking opens at 1 p.m. ET on Wednesday, October 12 for this exclusive stay. <br/>

Hotels

Airbnb Lists Hocus Pocus Cottage Ahead of Halloween

Two lucky mortals will get to stay in a recreation of the Sanderson sisters’ Salem cottage on October 20.

September 28, 2022 09:02 AM

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Bailey Berg

Tips + News

The Washington Monument Is Finally Reopening This September

The historic site has been closed for repairs since August 2016.

August 23, 2019 05:05 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

4 Days In

4 Days in Milan: A Wes Anderson–Designed Art Café, Risotto Alla Milanese, and a Must-See da Vinci

Ahead of the Olympics, all eyes are on Milan. From the classic landmarks to hip new restaurants and bars, these are the places to hit up on a long weekend in the city.

October 3, 2025 08:19 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

People

These Dream Food Trips Show Another Side of Italy

The lesser-known regions of Abruzzo, Parma, and Sicily come alive through the expertise of author Elizabeth Minchilli.

August 17, 2021 04:03 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Air Travel News

Why You May Need a Second Passport

Here’s what U.S. citizens need to know about how to obtain a second passport, including why they’re necessary and when they’re permitted.

August 1, 2022 05:37 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Writing out a list is one of the easiest ways to make sure nothing is forgotten.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Your Easy Travel Checklist: 9 Steps to a Stress-Free Trip

A step-by-step guide to making sure you don’t forget anything important in the rush to get out the door.

December 3, 2024 05:55 AM

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Bailey Berg

Tips + News

Venice’s Royal Gardens Reopen After Extensive Restoration Work

After falling into disrepair in recent years, the Royal Gardens of Venice are now ready to welcome guests once again.

December 23, 2019 04:24 PM

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Colleen Barry

COVID + Travel

Is a Vaccine Mandate for Domestic Air Travel on the Way?

While Dr. Anthony Fauci has said a vaccine mandate for domestic air travel could be a good idea, the federal government isn’t ready to commit.

December 28, 2021 03:55 PM

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Zeke Miller

Art + Culture

The Office Actor Rainn Wilson Explores How Other Cultures Find Happiness in New Travel Show

‘Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss’ premieres on May 18 on Peacock. AFAR interviewed the actor and host about the surprising secrets to joy he found on his global quest.

May 17, 2023 07:34 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Museums + Galleries

The Best New Art Exhibits in Europe in Spring 2019

From Lee Krasner in London to Picasso in Potsdam, these exciting European art shows are worth the trip.

March 25, 2019 06:44 PM

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Kimberly Bradley

Outdoor Adventure

10 Outdoorsy Things to Do in Idaho

The state will surprise you with outdoor adventures like biking, white-water rafting, stargazing, skiing, and more.

January 15, 2020 01:18 PM

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Alex Schechter

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