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8 Places Around the U.S. to Go for Holiday Tea

Decked-out dining rooms, warm scones, and tons of tea to choose from will surely put you in the festive spirit.

November 12, 2018 05:52 PM

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Rachel Mabe

Cafe table on a balcony overlooking lake and mountains in Switzerland

Hotels

9 Airbnbs With Breathtaking Views

From the Swiss Alps to the Brazilian rain forest, these Airbnbs are worth booking just for the views.

September 25, 2023 01:55 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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

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

Air Travel News

American Airlines Is the First Major Airline to Ban Plastic Straws and Drink Stirrers

The single-use plastics will be replaced with eco-friendly options in American’s lounges in July and will become a thing of the past on its flights this November.

July 12, 2018 05:33 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Lojel Cubo Small Carryon showing laptop sleeve flap access to main compartment. Person is pulling a white pouch out of the suitcase

Packing Tips + Gear

I’m Team Soft Luggage, But This Hardshell Carry-On May Convert Me

I have been against hardshell suitcases for years. But the LOJEL Cubo Small has a feature that is making me change my mind.

July 29, 2024 01:33 PM

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Billie Cohen

Food + Drink

What Makes Puerto Rico a Mindful Getaway for Food and Nature Lovers

According to local top chef, Juan José Cuevas, this Caribbean Island is booming with agritourism opportunities—with plenty of good eating included.

Sponsored by Discover Puerto Rico

A castle atop a green rocky hill, with clouds overhead

History + Culture

Terrifying Dolls, a Nightmare Film, and Bone-Filled Caves: 8 of the World’s Most Haunted Places

You’ll feel goosebumps and then some at these spooky places around the globe.

October 22, 2025 03:59 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Panoramic view of Seoul city and green forest from Sky park in Korea

Cities We Love

What Makes Seoul, South Korea So Exciting to Visit in 2025

Revamped hotels, Michelin-recognized restaurants, and exciting activities make Seoul one of Asia’s hottest destinations for 2025.

April 15, 2025 07:30 AM

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Leslie Patrick

Health + Wellness

The Urban Bathhouse Is a Wellness Trend We Can Get Behind

Luxurious places for a soak and sauna session are popping up around the United States. Here are seven to check out.

March 27, 2018 10:08 AM

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Vanita Salisbury

Tips + News

Cities Are Becoming More Cycle-Friendly as They Emerge From Lockdown

From Lima to Barcelona, city dwellers are rethinking their reliance on cars as restrictions start to ease.

May 4, 2020 05:03 PM

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Aritz Parra

Hotels We Love

The New Era of B&Bs: Zebra Prints, Cannabis Gardens, and Maximalist Mansions

“We wanted to turn the perception of staying in grandma’s attic on its head.”

October 6, 2025 01:16 PM

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Matt Kirouac

Air Travel News

TSA Now Allows Fliers to Travel With Some CBD Products

All forms of marijuana, including the cannabis-derived CBD oil, had previously been prohibited.

May 29, 2019 04:53 PM

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Colleen Long

Hotels

Why I (Usually) Don’t Like Turndown

Can we make Turndown Light a thing?

January 9, 2020 06:06 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Air Travel News

The Decrypted Truth About the Security of Your Passport

What’s really stored on your passport’s microchip? Can your passport be hacked? Are foreign spies tracking your every move through your passport? Read on, traveler.

March 16, 2018 01:28 PM

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Seamus Bellamy

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