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Where to Shop Now in Los Angeles

Explore the best and most stylish shops in L.A.

June 14, 2018 10:34 AM

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Visit California

A view of mountains on the Svalbard archipelago.

From the Editor

As Travelers, What Is Our Impact on the Communities We Visit?

Editorial director Sarika Bansal reflects on her recent trip to northern Norway and how tourism can have a positive impact on the world.

August 22, 2023 04:01 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Two people sitting on a bench looking out at the Stone Arch Bridge from the top of the Guthrie Theater in Minnesota

Festivals + Events

A Local Actor’s Guide to Minneapolis’ Best Culinary and Cultural Attractions

Get insider tips from True Detective star and writer, Isabella Star LaBlanc, on the best places to experience the arts, theater, and culinary delights of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

UNESCO World Heritage

Venice in Danger of Losing UNESCO Status

Citing overtourism, UNESCO recommended Venice be placed on its list of World Heritage in Danger sites.

June 28, 2021 12:55 PM

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Colleen Barry

Hotels

Those Pesky Hidden Hotel Fees May Soon Be a Thing of the Past

Legislation has been introduced in Congress that would prohibit hotels from advertising a room rate that doesn’t disclose additional fees.

September 27, 2019 07:37 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cruise

First Mediterranean Cruise Sets Sail With Mandatory Coronavirus Tests

Anyone who tested positive, had a fever, or had COVID-19 symptoms was denied boarding on the “MSC Grandiosa,” the first cruise to set sail from Italy since the lockdown in March.

August 17, 2020 05:34 PM

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Frances D’Emilio

Cities We Love

The French Food City With Fewer Crowds and All of the Charm

It’s famous as the birthplace of Dijon mustard, but the capital of France’s Burgundy region offers travelers so much more.

December 26, 2019 09:38 AM

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Meredith Heil

A red telephone booth with Big Ben in the background in London

The tech issues have been resolved, but the incident offers some critical learnings for travelers.

June 5, 2026 03:06 PM

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Dianne See Morrison

Train Travel

These 6 Glass-Roof Trains Have the Best Scenic Views, From the Grand Canyon to Machu Picchu

Immerse yourself in panoramic railway views thanks to glass domes, skylights, and observation cars.

August 26, 2025 02:09 PM

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Nicole Edenedo

Outdoor Adventure

Northern Lights, Night Skiing, and Paddling Bioluminescent Waters: Canada’s Best After-Dark Adventures

See the Great White North in a different, lower light on one of these noctourism adventures.

August 21, 2025 04:30 PM

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Lola Augustine Brown

Tips + News

Air Italy Joins United in Offering Nonbinary Gender Booking Option

The Italy-based carrier is the first European airline to do so.

June 5, 2019 05:24 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Cities We Love

A Local’s Take on the Shanghai Neighborhoods You Need to Know Right Now

Beneath the cutting-edge surface of Shanghai lies a trove of fascinating history. As the city turns to that past to inform its future, a local weighs in on the hotspots across his hometown.

March 29, 2019 04:36 PM

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Nell McShane Wulfhart

Loyalty + Rewards

Earn More Than 100K Points With Hilton Credit Card Offers

Don’t miss this opportunity to earn 100,000 or 170,000 Hilton Honors points with these welcome offers on Hilton Honors American Express cards.

October 20, 2023 04:31 PM

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Paul Rubio

Long security lines at Denver International Airport

Air Travel News

TSA Agents Will Finally Be Getting Paid Again, But Challenges for U.S. Airports Remain

The fact that TSA agents will finally get paychecks again is not likely to be a silver bullet following weeks of chaos at the country’s airports.

March 30, 2026 05:38 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

These Wineries Are Rethinking the Napa Valley Tasting Experience

From underground sanctuaries to horseback-led tours, these experiences offer more than the conventional tasting.

November 21, 2022 05:52 PM

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Maria C. Hunt

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