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Beaches

The Liberal Moroccan Surf Town You Must See to Believe

Great wine, excellent water sports, and a cool gay scene—not the things you expect out of a Moroccan town

October 18, 2016 04:54 PM

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Paige Darrah

UNESCO World Heritage

Alice in (a Saudi) Wonderland

The first woman tour guide in AlUla, Mashail Makki, on finding magic and mystery in the desert.

March 11, 2021 05:25 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Air Travel News

Why Europe Air Travel Is Such a Mess Right Now

The airport lines are long, and lost luggage is piling up. It’s going to be a chaotic summer for travelers in Europe.

June 23, 2022 03:42 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Air Travel News

These Exciting New Airline Routes to Europe Are Finally Here

Thanks to these new European flights, it’s much easier to hop across the pond from the United States this summer.

June 11, 2019 05:11 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Road Trips

The West Texas Road Trip You Didn’t Know You Were Missing

Also known as the “Get-Out-of-Marfa” road trip.

July 21, 2017 12:57 PM

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Sarah Theeboom

Train Travel

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

Air Travel News

A Guide to Flying Around the World at Every Budget

The trip of a lifetime could cost a fortune—but it doesn’t have to.

June 20, 2017 12:22 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Weekend Getaways

Why Your Next Weekend Getaway Should Be to New Orleans

The always-on NOLA party scene makes for a great change of pace. Here’s how to dial up the fun this (or any) weekend.

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Health + Wellness

Why You Should Travel for Moringa, the Wellness Plant That’s Not Just a Trend

Moringa’s popularity has skyrocketed in the United States—but its health benefits have long been known globally. There’s something to be said for trying it at the source.

March 22, 2018 03:33 PM

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Annie Daly

Art + Architecture

10 Border Walls That Artists Have Turned Into Powerful Protests

It takes a creative eye and the audacity to draw outside the lines to turn a symbol of division into a message of unity.

July 30, 2019 05:07 PM

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Maya Kroth

Loyalty + Rewards

Spend Your Marriott Bonvoy Points ASAP, Before Loyalty Program Changes in 2022

Marriott Bonvoy is abandoning its award chart and transitioning to a dynamic award pricing model throughout 2022. Book your stays now.

October 29, 2021 01:57 PM

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Paul Rubio

Air Travel News

How to Book a Commercial Flight From JFK on a 9-Seat Cessna

Cape Air kicks off service between New York and Nantucket this week on the twin-engine aircraft.

October 23, 2018 12:30 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

These Are the Best Days to Book 2019 Holiday Travel

It’s not too late to score a good deal.

November 22, 2019 04:39 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Traveling in Japan Has Changed—Here’s What to Expect

Beginning October 11, fully vaccinated independent travelers can enter Japan. A Tokyo-based writer shares what travelers should prepare for.

October 7, 2022 02:35 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

U.S. Beaches

Best Beaches Near Orlando

When you’re ready to press pause on the theme parks, these laid-back Florida beaches near Orlando make for an ideal day away.

August 22, 2019 07:55 PM

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Terry Ward

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