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The Real Reason Travelers Fall in Love With Germany

From pretzels and festivals to Christmas (and Easter!) markets, we talk to an insider about Germany’s appeal.

December 17, 2020 08:56 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Air Travel News

How to Make the Most of Your Expiring Pandemic Flight Credits

Some future flight credits could soon be expiring. Here’s how to use—not lose—those vouchers.

April 2, 2021 10:55 PM

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Michelle Baran

Jennifer Coolidge sitting with luggage in season two of the White Lotus

Packing Tips + Gear

All the Luggage I Could Identify From The White Lotus: Season 2

Now that the guests have checked out, it’s time to check out some luggage.

December 12, 2022 05:17 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

From Palm Dates to Cardamom, a Beginner’s Guide to Saudi Cuisine

Influenced by centuries as the center of the spice trade, the flavors of this Arabian country are as diverse as the land itself.

Sponsored by Visit Saudi

Travel for Good

How Can We Be Better Travelers in Europe? Rick Steves Has the Answers.

Rick Steves, who releases his new “Europe Awaits” special on June 7, shares his vision for responsible travel to Europe on the other side of the pandemic.

May 26, 2021 03:13 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Hotels

The Most Anticipated U.S. Hotel Openings of 2019

We’re looking forward to checking in to these 10 new hotels in the new year.

December 18, 2018 05:42 PM

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Sandra Ramani

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Earn, Redeem, and Maximize Marriott Bonvoy Points

Marriott Bonvoy is the world’s largest hotel loyalty program. Here’s how to take full advantage of it.

January 8, 2021 04:55 PM

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Eric Rosen

Tips + News

No Fear of Coronavirus at Drive-Through Haunted House

A new attraction in Tokyo allows for socially distanced scares.

August 20, 2020 03:38 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Cities We Love

Discover the Real Cape Town in These Unmissable Neighborhoods

Make the most of your visit in outdoorsy Sea Point, buzzing City Bowl, the picturesque V&A Waterfront, and hip Woodstock.

February 9, 2022 05:29 PM

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Mary Holland

COVID + Travel

Italy Reopens to European Travelers—but Not to Americans Yet

After a lengthy coronavirus lockdown, the Italian government lifted quarantine restrictions and reopened its borders on June 3, but only to its European neighbors.

June 3, 2020 04:10 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

Airlines Were Flying Into Recovery. Then Omicron Came Along.

Will the latest twist in the coronavirus pandemic hamper the recent gains made by the airline industry?

December 17, 2021 08:16 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Thousands of locals and travelers—myself included—hiked to view the Fagradalsfjall volcano erupt in 2021. Now a new fissure has opened, even bigger than the last.

Outdoor Adventure

Go See Iceland’s Erupting Volcano Right Now

I mean, if you want to . . . or you could stay home and do chores, go to the grocery store.

August 10, 2022 03:49 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Alaska Airlines Launches Monthly Subscription for West Coast Flights

Air Travel News

Get Automatic Elite Status With Alaska Airlines’ Flight Pass Program

After launching a monthly flight subscription service earlier this year, Alaska has added a new destination and is throwing in a complimentary status upgrade—for a limited time.

November 3, 2022 05:12 PM

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Michelle Baran

Epic Trips

Why These Under-the-Radar Arizona Canyons Are Worth the Trip

Yes, the Grand Canyon is truly grand—but for gorgeous rock formations with outdoor adventures, it’s not your only Arizona option.

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