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The Sustainable Travel Gear We Can’t Get Enough Of

These brands make it easier to incorporate sustainability and an ecofriendly ethos into your everyday travels.

April 21, 2022 07:40 PM

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Susan B. Barnes

History + Culture

Diving into the History of The Bahamas

Sponsored by Visit St. Pete Clearwater

Kyoto, Japan - Jan 25, 2023: Sannenzaka and Yasaka Pagoda with snow

Off The Tourist Trail

I’m a Tour Guide in Tokyo. These Are My Tips for Avoiding the Crowds in Japan.

Rise with the sun to explore temples, find green spaces in Kyoto and Tokyo, and consider some small towns.

November 19, 2024 01:50 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

Holiday Travel

You Can Now Book the Real-Life “Home Alone” House on Airbnb

The one-night stay only costs $25 (Chicago’s finest pizza included).

December 1, 2021 08:26 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Travel for Good

This Travel Company Just Became the Latest to Go Totally Carbon Neutral

A very small but growing group of outfitters is investing in clean energy projects to fully offset their climate impact.

June 11, 2019 04:09 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cities We Love

The Most Irish City in the United States Isn’t What You Think It Is

Hint: It’s not Boston.

March 16, 2017 06:25 PM

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Matt Villano

Coach Beard and Ted Lasso stand in front of two red telephone booths

Art + Culture

5 Ted Lasso Filming Locations You Can Actually Visit

From a 300-year-old pub to two stadiums, these locations helped bring “Ted Lasso” to life.

April 6, 2023 08:32 PM

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Bailey Berg

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

Air Travel News

JetBlue Just Launched Its Version of Basic Economy and It’s Not the Worst

You will still get free carry-on, snacks, and live TV, so if you’re OK with boarding last and probably getting a middle seat, JetBlue’s new Blue Basic fare class might not be a bad option.

November 12, 2019 05:12 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cities We Love

Why You Should Visit This Under-the-Radar City in Vietnam

A jumping-off point for exploring Hoi An on Vietnam’s central coast, Da Nang is coming into its own with new attractions and resorts, yet it still feels largely untouristed.

December 21, 2018 11:18 AM

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Kate Appleton

A group of four visitors walk over fossil-like hoodoos while exploring the badlands at Dinosaur Provincial Park

Destination Spotlight

Don’t Miss These UNESCO Sites of Alberta—Which Has More Than Any Other Province in Canada

These 5 (of 6) stunning, protected areas are within easy reach of Calgary.

November 13, 2025 01:22 PM

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Jennifer Malloy

Air Travel News

Which European Budget Airlines Can You Trust?

Following the collapse of Primera Air earlier this month, travelers may be wondering what the risks are when booking with Europe’s low-cost carriers.

October 26, 2018 04:26 PM

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Mike Arnot

History + Culture

The History Behind Some of the World’s Most Beautiful Ceilings

A book titled “The Art of Looking Up” details the significant stories of spectacular ceilings, from Sweden and Las Vegas to Spain and Iran.

September 30, 2019 07:32 PM

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Sarah Buder

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