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Hawaiian Airlines Plans to Fly Electric Planes That Glide Just Above the Water

The carrier could add the new electric-powered seagliders to its interisland fleet as early as 2028.

May 24, 2022 09:16 PM

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Bailey Berg

Shopping in vibrant, modern downtown Riyadh

Where to Travel Next

6 Ways to Embrace Saudi’s Past and Future in Riyadh

From ancient adobe palaces to groundbreaking global cuisine, the Saudi capital is at the center of the country’s cultural renaissance.

Sponsored by Visit Saudi

Illustration of a traveler eating a baguette, cheese, and drinking coffee

Winter 2023

Now That Travel Is Back, What’s the Best Way to Prepare for a Big Trip?

After years of staycations and local trips, long-haul travel is back. Readers share their tips for going far and wide.

December 8, 2022 01:04 PM

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Tim Chester

A man in a wheelchair moves to the lift of a specialized vehicle.

Accessible Travel

How to Rent a Wheelchair-Accessible Van

These six tips include how to rent a van with the right bells and whistles and why airport pickup and drop-off can be deal-breakers.

December 3, 2024 08:25 AM

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Jaclyn Greenberg

Books

A Posthumous Travel Guide by Anthony Bourdain Is On Sale Now

“World Travel: An Irreverent Guide,” coauthored by Bourdain’s longtime assistant, Laurie Woolever, hits stores on April 20, 2021.

April 20, 2021 09:44 AM

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Sarah Buder

Art + Culture

Broadway Will Require Vaccinations and Masks to Attend Shows

Audience members will have to wear face coverings and show proof they are fully vaccinated when they enter the theaters.

July 30, 2021 04:00 PM

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Mark Kennedy

This Country Will Finally Let Women Travel Independently

Sponsored by United Airlines

Air Travel News

Which European Budget Airlines Can You Trust?

Following the collapse of Primera Air earlier this month, travelers may be wondering what the risks are when booking with Europe’s low-cost carriers.

October 26, 2018 04:26 PM

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Mike Arnot

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Ask a Local: Where Can I See Live Music in Kansas City?

Radio host Chris Haghirian has the inside scoop on where to catch live jazz, blues, local bands, and more.

May 25, 2021 12:48 PM

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Lola Méndez

COVID + Travel

Cayman Islands to Drop Quarantine for Vaccinated Visitors

The Caribbean destination is ditching its quarantine requirement for vaccinated travelers in time for a sun-drenched holiday escape.

November 5, 2021 04:13 PM

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Michelle Baran

The new Dark Skies Map hopes to help campers find spots where they can see the Milky Way.

History + Culture

New Hipcamp Feature Allows You to Find Dark Sky Campsites

A new map from Hipcamp and the International Dark-Sky Association can help campers find stargazing spots.

August 26, 2022 11:14 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hotels

Five U.S. Inns Where You’ll Sleep Well—and Eat Like Royalty

At each of these inns across the United States—from Oregon to Connecticut—hungry travelers will find wide open spaces, genius chefs, and award-winning food.

February 4, 2022 03:24 PM

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Ann Shields

Air Travel News

Why American Airlines Just Canceled Hundreds of Flights

The carrier cut more than 1,000 flights on Sunday alone.

November 2, 2021 04:06 PM

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David Koenig

COVID + Travel

Hawai‘i Will Not Be Requiring Booster Shots After All

Hawai‘i Governor David Ige has confirmed that the added shot won’t be needed for now.

February 8, 2022 07:34 PM

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Michelle Baran

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