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Meet the Revolutionary Women Strumming Their Way Into the World of Flamenco Guitar

Meet the Revolutionary Women in the World of Flamenco Guitar

A former child prodigy travels to Spain to revisit the instrument of her youth—and to learn flamenco guitar from the tocaoras playing to the top of the male-dominated world.

June 4, 2019 12:37 PM

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Lavinia Spalding

Food + Drink

You Can Live—and Cook—Like Julia Child at This Airbnb in France

The larger-than-life chef’s former home in France is on Airbnb.

June 8, 2016 09:26 PM

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Keith Flanagan

Travel Inspiration

Nine Reasons to Visit Puerto Rico Now

Sponsored by Puerto RIco and Marriott

Museums + Galleries

Inside the Alan Cumming–Curated Hotel Suite Honoring Gay Rights

Washington, D.C.’s Hamilton Hotel partnered with the actor as a tribute to the Newseum exhibit, “Rise Up: Stonewall and the LGBTQ Rights Movement.”

April 1, 2019 06:33 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Back on top for the 13th time is Singapore's Changi Airport, a favorite for the world's tallest indoor waterfall

History + Culture

You Can Visit Singapore for $1 a Day

Flying to Asia? Making Singapore your first stop can add terrific value. Here’s how to do it.

Sponsored by Singapore Tourism Board, Singapore Airlines, and Changi Airport Group

Air Travel News

JetBlue Performs Seat Comfort Magic With Newly Redesigned Airbus

A first look at the airline’s new Airbus A320 interiors reveals that despite squeezing more passengers into the same amount of space, the seats actually feel roomy.

May 14, 2019 04:44 PM

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Andrew Sessa

Art + Architecture

In the UAE, Fine Art in the Fast Lane

Motorists on the 100-mph superhighway between Dubai and Abu Dhabi can tune in to a radio-guided art gallery.

February 23, 2018 11:50 AM

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Matthew Phenix

Travel for Good

Why Paying It Forward Is the Best Part of Travel

Writer Tim Cahill reflects on the lasting impact of kind gestures—and how the strangers who help us define the stories of our lives.

April 2, 2018 04:39 PM

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Tim Cahill

Air Travel News

New Aviation Regulations Could Mean Even Smaller Airplane Seats

As testing gets under way to determine whether aircraft seats are safe at their current dimensions, consumer advocates are worried seats could actually get more cramped as a result.

October 4, 2019 04:50 PM

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Michelle Baran

Restaurants + Cafés

A Quest for this Ingredient Will Take You Into the Heart of Israel

Find zuta mint (and much more) on a road trip to the wild Galilee region

April 13, 2017 11:55 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Safari

Safaris Need to Become More Diverse—and Now Is the Time

Black travel to Africa has gained momentum in recent years, but safari travelers remain mostly white. Travel experts are trying to change that.

July 30, 2020 01:36 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Food + Drink

One of Napa’s Food-Forward Hotels Gets Even Foodier

With the addition of seasonal supper clubs, Carneros Resort can really showcase its dedication to excellent food and wine.

April 7, 2017 01:39 PM

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Danielle Walsh

Expedition Cruises

Why You Don’t Need to Overcome Every Travel Fear

Adventure can put us in the unique situation of facing our worst fears. But what happens when you come face-to-face with the source of your terror?

October 16, 2017 03:23 PM

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Jessica Colley Clarke

Cities We Love

Is Los Ranchos de Albuquerque the Perfect Fall Getaway?

September 28, 2015 03:09 PM

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Nick Pachelli

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Quirkiest Ways to Hail a Cab Around the World

From Cuba to Thailand, these are the local rules you’ll need to know before you try to flag down a ride. Plus, some general tips for hailing a cab anywhere.

May 16, 2017 02:14 PM

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Chris Ciolli

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