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Why Big Bear Is One of Southern California’s Favorite Mountain Retreats

The mountain town offers outdoor fun all year round.

May 30, 2024 04:03 PM

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Tim Chester

Cities We Love

Kyoto’s Contemporary Bloom: The Most Exciting New Museums, Tours, and Hotels of 2021

Because so much was slated to open across Japan in time for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, this past year saw a number of Kyoto newcomers.

May 21, 2021 10:58 AM

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Adam H. Graham

Tips + News

U.K. to Enter COVID Lockdown for At Least Four Weeks

Under the new restrictions, bars and restaurants can only offer take-out, nonessential shops must close, and people can only leave home for specific reasons, such as exercise.

November 2, 2020 06:36 PM

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Jill Lawless

Packing Tips + Gear

Away Just Debuted More Than 15 New Items

With this new collection, the popular luggage company just doubled its core line of bags and travel accessories.

November 12, 2020 08:20 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Epic Trips

This Overnight Train Will Show You a View of Peru Few Get to See

See Lake Titicaca at dawn—without the crowds—aboard the Andean Explorer, a Belmond Train.

October 1, 2024 12:22 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Tips + News

This Dog Is Making Socially Distanced Food Deliveries in Medellin

A chocolate Labrador is helping shoppers in Colombia during the pandemic.

July 8, 2020 03:19 PM

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Luis Benavides

Packing Tips + Gear

Away Just Launched 5 New Products—and None Are Luggage

For the first time, Away is selling travel pillows, masks, blankets, and more.

April 8, 2021 06:42 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Winter Sports

Go Glamping at a New Igloo Lodge in Greenland This Winter

If you’re lucky, the Northern Lights might also make an appearance.

January 8, 2019 05:39 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Can You Deduct Your Vacation From Your Taxes? Experts Weigh In

Know what’s deductible and what’s not when it comes to submitting travel expenses on your taxes.

January 31, 2024 11:17 AM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

Tips + News

Lyft Now Tells You the Fastest (and Cheapest) Transit Option for Your Trip

The app will now let you know the best way to get to where you’re going, whether that’s by car, bike, scooter, or public transportation.

September 24, 2019 05:50 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

These U.S. Airports Just Received Millions for Major Upgrades

Funding has been set aside for large-scale improvements at dozens of U.S. hubs.

July 8, 2022 10:27 AM

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Associated Press (AP)

Cities We Love

How to Pretend You’re in Buenos Aires at Home

Use this itinerary to recreate the best parts of a day in Argentina’s capital from your own home during quarantine.

May 21, 2020 04:50 PM

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Sarah Buder

View over red-roofed buildings of old town

Where to Travel Next

Europe’s Summer Hot Spots Are Even Better in Winter

From the Canary Islands to the South of France, these places are worth a visit when the crowds thin and the temperatures cool.

December 29, 2025 02:04 AM

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Tanvi Chheda

Hotels

4 Hotels That Are Redefining Caribbean Luxury

These new and revamped resorts from The St. Regis and The Ritz-Carlton bring sophisticated design and refined dining to travelers seeking unparalleled elegant havens by the shore.

Sponsored by The Ritz-Carlton and The St. Regis Hotels

Hotels

You Can Surf and Stay at This Cutting-Edge Hotel in New York City

An award-winning hotel, an international clothing brand, and a local surf school have teamed up to let travelers experience NYC as never before.

July 5, 2017 04:34 PM

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Sarah Buder

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