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Is Europe Travel Safe During Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine?

The conflict in Ukraine has travelers rethinking upcoming trips to Europe. Security experts weigh in on whether there is cause for concern.

March 8, 2022 07:24 PM

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Michelle Baran

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Cities We Love

5 Nashville Neighborhoods for Live Music, Bar-Hopping, and Great Food

From tiny 12South across to East Nashville, here’s where to go out (and stay in) in Music City.

August 5, 2025 06:18 AM

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Sophie Friedman

An outdoor statue of a horse on a tall pedestal surrounded by a structure of stone columns in Parque de El Retiro, Spain.

Food + Drink

Madrid’s Best Hidden Neighborhoods for Tapas

From tucked-away courtyards to historic taverns, these lesser-known spots reveal the heart of the city.

Sponsored by Madrid City Tourism

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Plan Your Most Joyful Trip, According to a Happiness Expert

Laurie Santos’s Yale University course “Psychology and the Good Life” focuses on topics such as mindfulness and slowing down. Here’s how you can apply her teachings to your own travels.

July 30, 2019 05:04 PM

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Aislyn Greene

History + Culture

Around the World in 8 Smokin’ Hot Kinds of Barbecue

Whether you call it barbacoa, tandoori, or khorkhog, there’s no doubt that these barbecue styles from around the world are downright delicious.

April 12, 2018 01:26 PM

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Matt Jancer

A trip to Muskoka puts you in close proximity to tranquil lakes and beaches.

Weekend Getaways

Great Toronto Day Trips for Summer and Fall

Enhance your next visit to Toronto with an outing beyond the city limits.

June 28, 2023 01:27 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

Hotels

Why It’s Time to Visit Hong Kong Now

With a grounding in the city’s traditions, a new generation of entrepreneurs are reinventing Hong Kong.

August 6, 2019 12:25 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Hotels

Want a Local’s Perspective on a New City? Spend a Night at These Hotels

As he leads the expansion of the Andaz hotel brand, Jonathan Frolich offers guests the local connection—and comfort—they crave.

October 31, 2016 08:50 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Apply for a U.S. Passport

From where you apply to how much it costs, here’s the scoop on how to get (or renew) your passport.

September 24, 2023 08:33 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

Tips + News

Inside Singapore’s New Jewel Complex at the World’s Best Airport

The brand-new extension is not just a mall. It is also a stunning garden attraction and a preview of the city-state’s best local restaurants and shops.

June 11, 2019 11:15 AM

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Charlene Fang

Packing Tips + Gear

The Psychology Behind Overpacking

Therapists and travel experts explain our tendency to stash that extra sweater or phone charger

February 22, 2024 01:38 PM

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Nathalie Alonso

Cities We Love

Why You Should Go to San Francisco This Winter

These exciting festivals, restaurant openings, and local delicacies are several compelling reasons to visit the Bay Area this season.

January 24, 2019 12:14 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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Air Travel News

To Get the Best Price, This Is When to Book Your Flight

Insiders assure us that there are plenty of ways to find good flight deals. Here’s how and when to nab them.

October 24, 2024 06:45 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hotels

A New Hotel From the Team Behind Ace Is Coming to New Orleans

The Ace Hotel Group just announced plans to open Maison de la Luz in New Orleans as part of its new luxury spin-off brand.

July 18, 2018 06:52 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Fall 2024

My Mom’s Dementia Was Getting Worse. I Hoped a Mother-Daughter Cruise Would Help Us Reconnect

Travel can heal, but not in ways we may expect. Writer Ashlea Halpern boards a cruise with her mother, who has dementia, with the hope of bringing them both joy and connection.

October 23, 2024 03:25 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

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