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Air Travel News

Why Is There a Tiny Hole in the Airplane Window?

Don’t panic: That hole at the bottom of your window is supposed to be there—and it serves a vital engineering purpose.

November 20, 2023 07:30 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

The Great Travel Rebound hasn't been so great.

Air Travel News

How Did Air Travel Get So Bad?

More than 80,000 domestic flights were canceled between January and May. The only year in the past decade to see more cancellations than that was 2020. How did it all go so wrong?

July 25, 2022 10:25 AM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tips + Etiquette

For Wheelchair Users, Air Travel Can Be a Nightmare—but It Doesn’t Have to Be

More should be done to accommodate disabled travelers in airports and on planes.

October 17, 2022 12:10 PM

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Kelly Dawson

Tips + News

Washington, D.C. Says “Don’t Come” to Inauguration

Airbnb cancels reservations and hotels may be asked to shut in the coming days as the tide turns on what’s normally a joyous event that draws hundreds of thousands of people.

January 13, 2021 05:47 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Luxury camp site set up under the stars with a private chef and sleeping quarters. Two chairs are set up next to a fire pit. Site is secluded and shaded by trees with mountains in the background.

Epic Trips

8 Life-Changing Trips from South Africa to South America

These luxury journeys span Africa’s wilds, Bhutan’s sacred temples, and more.

Meteorologists warn of possible record-low temperatures leading up to and during Christmas.

December 19, 2022 02:27 PM

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Air Travel News

6 Aviation Words You May Be Using Incorrectly

Do you know the difference between a direct flight and a nonstop flight?

April 2, 2024 02:15 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Water Sports

This Boat Rental Company Is the Perfect Way to Step Up Your Staycation

Boatsetter, the Airbnb of boats, makes it easy to rent anything from a fishing boat to a fully crewed yacht.

August 19, 2020 02:30 PM

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Rosalie Tinelli

Anantara Lowana Koh Samui Resort’s Singing Bird Lounge, an outdoor lounge space dotted with thatched roof cabanas

The hit HBO series’ third season has scenes shot in Koh Samui and Bangkok. Here’s an in-depth look at the Thailand resorts and destinations featured.

February 14, 2025 06:45 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Weekend Getaways

A Weekend Getaway to Sedona Satisfies All the Senses

Eye-popping beauty isn’t the only reason to visit Arizona’s red rock country. Sedona is rich with arts, spirituality, food, and plenty of outdoor adventure.

February 28, 2022 05:51 PM

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Tanvi Chheda

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Air Travel News

Are Flights Still Being Canceled Following the Microsoft Outage?

Four days after a CrowdStrike software update crashed Microsoft computer systems, one airline is still struggling more than most.

July 23, 2024 03:39 PM

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Chris Dong

A view of the White House as seen from the back of the building with its columns, curved balconies, and a fountain and lawn in the foreground

When president-elect Donald Trump takes office on January 20, these are some of the policy changes his administration could put into place that would alter the travel landscape.

January 16, 2025 01:50 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Air Travel News

Say Goodbye to Those Ultra-Cheap Norwegian Air Transatlantic Flights

The carrier just scrapped its long-haul services.

January 14, 2021 03:10 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

You can hike to West Virginia's New River Gorge Bridge (and other spots) is now easier.

Typically the Pro Membership for the popular hiking app costs $36 per year.

October 5, 2022 08:15 PM

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Bailey Berg

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