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I’ve Lived in Arizona for Around 35 Years—Here’s Why Phoenix Is an Underrated City Worth Visiting Right Now

New hotels, James Beard–recognized restaurants, and desert-inspired cocktails bring the heat to Arizona’s desert city.

February 27, 2025 02:12 PM

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Cindy Barks

Cities We Love

10 Can’t-Miss Places in Beirut, According to a Local

Cookbook author Bethany Kehdy grew up during the Lebanese Civil War, when fighting ravaged parts of Beirut. Now she’s part of the young creative class that’s reimagining the city.

April 1, 2020 12:25 PM

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Bethany Kehdy

California’s Central Coast Just Opened 11 Miles of Trails in a New Preserve

The much-anticipated Pismo Preserve opened January 25, 2020, and includes oak woodlands, rolling hills, and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.

January 27, 2020 08:45 PM

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Maggie Fuller

History + Culture

What’s in a Name? Why Turkey Is Now Türkiye

Türkiye is the latest country to attempt a rebrand. What motivated the move?

January 11, 2022 01:46 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Breeze Airways' "Nicest" class of service is the low-cost carrier's version of first class.

Air Travel News

Is It Worth Flying First or Premium Class on a Budget Airline? We Decided to Find Out

Low-cost carriers Breeze Airways and French Bee have their own versions of first and premium class seats at the front of the plane. We recently tested them out to see how they stack up.

February 24, 2023 04:15 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Food + Drink

Where to Find Delicious Food and Drinks in Tucson

From its history of Native American healing traditions to the vibrancy of its signature style of Mexican cuisine, Tucson is the Southwestern food gem that soothes more than your appetite.

Sponsored by Visit Tucson

Air Travel News

Boeing Suspends Production of the 737 Max

Southwest and American have now grounded their Boeing 737 Max planes until April. Will the troubled aircraft ever fly again?

December 17, 2019 04:10 PM

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Tom Krisher

Air Travel News

This Airline Allows Masks to Come Off While Sleeping in Business or First

Passengers in the larger, partitioned seats are exempt from the carrier’s mask mandate while snoozing.

February 9, 2021 05:41 PM

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Michelle Baran

A colorful illustration of people walking across a rainbow crosswalk.

Summer 2023

The Unexpected Past—and Present—of Gay Paris

Sally Kohn discovers layers of queerness in the City of Light.

September 7, 2023 08:19 PM

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Sally Kohn

Tips + News

What a Biden Presidency Will Mean for Travel

The President-elect’s priorities include a renewed focus on the pandemic, economic recovery, racial justice, and climate change—all of which play a pivotal role in the future of travel.

November 11, 2020 03:37 PM

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Michelle Baran

Children peaking over a fence at Alisanal Ranch.

Family Travel

A California Wine Country Guide for Families

From grape-stomping to guided hikes, these ideas prove wine country can be fun for kids, too.

Sponsored by Visit California

History + Culture

“Black Women Travel Podcast” Creates Community for Black Entrepreneurs on the Go

Digital nomad Wanda Duncan is creating a nurturing environment for women just like her.

January 7, 2022 02:36 PM

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Mae Hamilton

At Waterfall Resort, visitors can try their hand at nabbing some giant salmon with a boat captain.

Outdoor Adventure

There’s More to Travel Than Going to New Places

The return to a well-loved destination is a special type of trip.

August 16, 2022 07:32 PM

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Bailey Berg

COVID + Travel

How This Island Destination Became the Most Vaccinated Place in the U.S.

Puerto Rico has a higher vaccination rate than anywhere else in the country. How did the island territory get there?

November 10, 2021 02:32 PM

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Michelle Baran

Festivals + Events

Asheville, N.C.'s Best Festivals Celebrate Yoga, Pride, Black Culture, and Much More

From one of the biggest Pride parties in North Carolina to a food fest planned by James Beard winners, Asheville delivers a full year of events to plan around.

November 10, 2023 02:40 PM

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Jenn Rice

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