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Fly to O'ahu this fall with Southwest and score a two-month Companion Pass.

You Can Score a Southwest Companion Pass Just by Booking a Round-Trip Flight—but You’ll Need to Act Fast

The Companion Pass will only be valid for two months, which makes this a great way to try out the coveted Southwest benefit.

September 6, 2022 07:09 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hiking + Cycling

Chile Opens 1,700-Mile Hiking Trail Connecting 17 National Parks

If you’ve already conquered the Appalachian and Pacific Crest Trails, you’ll want to add Chile’s brand-new Route of Parks to your list.

October 2, 2018 07:13 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Epic Trips

10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Heli-Hiking in Canada

From packing essentials to tips for making the most of the experience—this is what you need to know before your trip.

September 30, 2019 05:11 PM

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Tim Chester

A United, Delta, and American aircraft all seen together on the ground at an airport

Air Travel News

Are Airlines Charging More for Solo Travelers?

An air travel website recently uncovered an interesting price differentiation between flights booked for one traveler and flights booked for two or more. Here’s what happened next.

June 4, 2025 08:37 AM

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Dennis Green

Six people hike along Switzerland's Great Aletsch Glacier.

Fall 2023

What It Was Like to Hike the Alps’ Largest Glacier

Glaciers are one of nature’s most awe-inspiring phenomena—they’re also extremely vulnerable to climate change.

October 19, 2023 07:48 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Action of an airplane passenger is crossing legged sitting at the economy class, with foot in sock sticking into the aisle. The narrow corridor is the blurry background.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

You Shouldn’t Take Your Shoes off on a Plane—but It’s Not Why You Think

One of the great debates of air travel is whether it’s OK for passengers to go shoeless. But air travel experts have strong reasons to keep your kicks on.

March 25, 2024 01:49 PM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Travel Next

Why Travelers Should Set Their Sights on Uzbekistan

Here are 5 reasons why this Central Asian country should be on your trip wish list.

May 31, 2019 02:14 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Restaurants + Cafés

Travelers Are Going Nuts for Vegan Vacations (Even the Omnivores Want In)

With new vegan travel experiences sprouting up every day, it’s easier than ever for the vegan, vegetarian, and vegan-curious eaters of the world to follow their taste buds.

July 26, 2018 03:04 PM

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Rachel Krantz

Air Travel News

Icelandair Launches Spring Fare Sale With Round-Trip Flights Starting at $379

As of today, travelers can book flights from Boston, Chicago, and Anchorage to Dublin, Oslo, and Amsterdam at steep discounts.

February 22, 2022 03:12 PM

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Bailey Berg

giant rock gathered at the edge of a turquoise sea create the Baths in Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands

Beaches

5 Ways to Explore the British Virgin Islands Off the Beaten Path

Hike, sail, and snorkel your way through the BVI’s wild side.

Sponsored by British Virgin Islands

Some of the best sunset views of the Catskills are from the terrace at Klocke Estate

4 Days In

4 Days in the Hudson Valley: Wild Apple Ciders, Centuries-old Estates, and Vibrant New Art Spaces

Stellar fall foliage is just one of this region’s rewards, all within two hours of NYC

October 1, 2025 11:10 AM

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Michelle Heimerman

Tips + News

South Africa’s Tourism Industry Pushes to Reopen by September

Despite claims that the country won’t welcome international travelers until 2021, South Africa’s private tourism sector is aiming for a September reopening.

June 18, 2020 12:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Founder’s Note

Disconnect With a Silent Retreat—and Find a Deeper Connection

How ten days of total silence can change your perspective.

February 14, 2018 02:37 PM

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Joe Diaz

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

Here's Why This European Airline Will Surprise You

Air Travel News

Why You Should Fly on SWISS Airlines

From onboard comfort to luxurious lounges, SWISS can take you around the world in style.

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