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Paris Is Testing a New Bubble-Shaped Water Taxi

The eco-friendly hydrofoil dubbed “Seabubbles” is still in early stages, but if approved, it could start operating in Paris as early as 2020.

September 18, 2019 03:40 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Everything We Know So far About Universal’s Epic Universe Theme Park

Mamma mia! If the rumors are true, the upcoming theme park may feature a Super Nintendo World with a real-life Mario Kart ride.

August 1, 2019 07:37 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Restaurants + Cafés

In Milan, Pastry Chefs Are Reclaiming Italy’s Traditional Christmas Cake

Move over, supermarket panettone—Milanese pastry chefs are reinventing the country’s famous yuletide fruitcake in delicious ways.

September 12, 2019 11:49 AM

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Serena Renner

Air Travel News

How to Figure Out What Type of Plane You’re Flying In

The type of plane you fly on can affect everything from how much luggage space you’ll have to how you can pick the best seat.

January 17, 2024 05:45 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Hiking + Cycling

Now Is Your Chance to Bike Across the Country

Search and State’s (new) annual cross-country ride is about to kick off, and you’re welcome to join.

May 31, 2017 07:24 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Hotels

In D.C., The Jefferson Does Leaf-Peeping for the 1 Percent

The hotel’s $79,000-a-night Deluxe Golden Fall Package offers a busy day of highbrow diversions. And a car.

October 4, 2017 11:28 AM

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Matthew Phenix

History + Culture

Inside Tokyo’s Buddhist Temple Devoted to “Lucky” Cats

Located in the Setagaya district, Tokyo’s Gotokuji Temple honors “maneki-neko”—a feline figurine that symbolizes good fortune, according to Japanese legend.

July 10, 2019 04:47 PM

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Sarah Buder

Air Travel News

The Best Restaurants at Los Angeles International Airport

Whether you want one last great meal before leaving the city or you’re looking for comforting food on a long layover, there are plenty of places worth seeking out in LAX.

January 30, 2019 10:30 AM

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Harriet Baskas

Natural Wonders

How to Glamp Under the Midnight Sun in Norway This Summer

Stay in a traditional Sami tent—or lavvu—outfitted with fine linens while exploring the archipelago.

May 23, 2019 04:16 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cities We Love

How to Pretend You’re in Paris at Home

During quarantine, use this itinerary with tips from locals to recreate the best parts of a day in Paris from the safety and comfort of your own home.

April 24, 2020 01:31 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

River Cruises

Europe’s Most Decked-Out New River Cruise Ship Sets Sail

AmaWaterways’ super-sized Danube vessel just launched and the first images reveal this could be a whole new way to river cruise.

May 10, 2019 04:40 PM

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Michelle Baran

Winter Sports

Work Hard, Play Hard: These Mountain Towns Are Havens for Digital Nomads

Alpine destinations around the world are upping their coworking infrastructure, allowing more mountain-loving professionals to mix business with pleasure.

December 14, 2018 06:06 PM

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Julia Eskins

Versailles, France, August 18, 2012. Le Grand Trianon at The Palace of Versailles.

History + Culture

8 Beautiful Châteaux in France You Can Visit—or Even Spend the Night In

Spending the day in fantastical splendor? Yes, please.

February 13, 2024 10:51 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Off The Tourist Trail

Yes, You Can Actually Enjoy Italy Without the Crowds. Here’s How.

Enlist the help of local outfitters, stay at boutique hotels, and plan your trip in the off season.

June 18, 2024 01:27 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Jaguar rewilding in Caiman Ecological Refuge, in Brazil's Pantanal.

Safari

Venturing into Brazil’s Pantanal Region on a Jaguar Safari

In the Brazilian wetlands, we track jaguars and hyacinth macaws on a wildlife conservation tour in the same time zone as New York City.

October 17, 2022 01:45 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

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