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Why Guadalajara Is Mexico’s Next Food City to Watch

Better known for its street food, the capital city of Jalisco has a new look—and taste—thanks to talented locals reinvesting in their home.

October 14, 2021 08:52 AM

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Mary Holland

Books

Selema Masekela on the True African Origins of Surfing

The sports commentator and activist shares his thoughts on his new book, the launch of his surf brand Mami Wata in the United States, and the unique spirit of African surf culture.

October 13, 2021 04:49 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Winter 2022

A Love Letter to “Manti,” Turkey’s Ultimate Comfort Food

Calling all dumplingholics—bite into the culinary backstory of manti, delicious dumplings filled with spiced meat. Plus: where to eat the best manti in Istanbul.

October 13, 2021 04:39 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

COVID + Travel

U.S. to Open Canada and Mexico Land Borders to Vaccinated Travelers

The new policy comes as the Biden administration prepares to lift the international travel ban for vaccinated visitors starting in November.

October 13, 2021 04:12 PM

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Michelle Baran

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Credit Cards for Airport Lounge Access

Avoid the airport masses, sip complimentary cocktails, and even get a free massage—just by carrying the right travel credit card.

October 13, 2021 02:02 PM

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Paul Rubio

Longreads

A Very Big Little Country

For the past two decades, the micronation of Westarctica has grown in prominence—and is now using its power for something other than Antarctic domination.

October 13, 2021 09:25 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

National Parks

Kīlauea Is Erupting on Hawai‘i’s Big Island—What Travelers Should Know

The volcano began erupting at the end of September and remains confined to the Halemaʻumaʻu crater in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.

October 12, 2021 05:52 PM

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Jennifer Sinco Kelleher

Books

A Refugee’s Search for Home

A new book from refugee and human rights activist Mondiant Dogon considers what it means to belong.

October 12, 2021 09:02 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Air Travel News

Southwest Canceled One-Third of Its Flights This Weekend—What Went Wrong?

More than 1,000 flights were canceled. That’s a lot of stranded travelers.

October 11, 2021 02:26 PM

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Anne D’Innocenzio

National Parks

Biden Restores National Monuments That Had Been Cut by Trump

The move brings Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante in Utah back to their full land mass.

October 8, 2021 05:20 PM

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Matthew Daly

COVID + Travel

Should I Get a COVID-19 Booster Before I Travel?

Infectious disease experts weigh in on who should get a vaccine booster and whether the extra shot is a good idea for travel and family gatherings.

October 8, 2021 03:06 PM

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Michelle Baran

Winter 2022

Writer Louise Erdrich on the Unique Soul of the Twin Cities

The Pulitzer Prize–winning author opens up about haunted bookstores, wild rice, and the future of Minneapolis, her home city.

October 8, 2021 12:12 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Travel Jackets for Men and Women

Stay warm and comfortable in a variety of weather with these easy-to-pack travel jackets for men and women.

October 7, 2021 06:53 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

COVID + Travel

Chile and Argentina Are Reopening to Vaccinated U.S. Travelers—With No Quarantine

The two South American countries will allow vaccinated international visitors to enter starting November 1.

October 7, 2021 03:32 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

New U.S. Regional Airline Aha! Launches This Month

The country’s newest airline takes off in late October.

October 7, 2021 03:23 PM

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Barbara Peterson

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