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8 Outdoor Adventures That Will Change How You See Your Favorite Cities

Some cities seem inextricably defined by their classic architecture or legendary nightlife, but step outside and you just might see these spaces in a whole new light.

February 2, 2018 12:30 PM

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Stacey McKenna

Travel Inspiration

The Best Things to Do in Arizona

Rugged beauties like the Grand Canyon and the red rocks of Sedona entice travelers, but high-end resorts and top culinary options make this vast western state worthy of many return visits.

January 14, 2020 05:28 PM

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Stacey McKenna

Packing Tips + Gear

Target’s Stylish New Luggage Line Is All Priced $180 or Less

The lower price point doesn’t sacrifice quality—or fun color options.

February 6, 2020 07:06 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

JetBlue and American Airlines Join Forces

JetBlue customers will be able to earn and redeem points on American flights and vice versa. Customers of each will also gain access to a much bigger flight network.

July 16, 2020 05:45 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel for Good

Will Travel Save—or Destroy—the Maldives?

Lisa Abend dives into a beautiful, confusing paradise that may be gone by the end of the century.

January 30, 2020 12:06 PM

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Lisa Abend

National Parks

Why Winter Is a Great Time to Visit Yosemite

With snow blanketing the valley and tour buses a distant memory, winter brings a special calm to California’s famous national park.

February 17, 2022 12:16 PM

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Tim Chester

Loyalty + Rewards

Hidden Boarding Pass Perks You Probably Never Knew Existed

You can score free ski tickets, free wine tastings, discounted museum tickets, and more. Who knew?

October 25, 2018 06:01 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

International Beaches

8 Beautiful, Must-Visit Beaches Near Barcelona

There is no shortage of excellent beaches near Barcelona. Here are the best beaches within two hours of Barcelona to visit on your next trip to Spain.

August 11, 2023 04:09 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

On certain peak days in 2024, you won't be allowed to enter Yosemite National Park without an advance reservation.

Sustainable Travel

Climate Change Is Here. Are National Parks Ready?

Parks enthusiasts should be prepared for unpredictable weather—but that’s no reason not to enjoy these iconic destinations.

April 19, 2024 09:54 AM

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Hannah Singleton

Air Travel News

Frontier Airlines Will Require Temperature Checks for Passengers

It will be the first airline in the United States to screen passengers and airport team members for elevated temperatures before flights.

May 8, 2020 07:12 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Emmett Till's status was erected in Mississippi more than 60 years after his murder.

National Parks

A New National Monument Has Been Named, Protecting a Civil Rights Legacy

The new Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument is the latest in a series of national monuments recognizing the civil rights movement.

July 26, 2023 03:52 PM

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Bailey Berg

Epic Trips

Meet the Storyteller: Abbas Mousa

Abbas Mousa of The Moth, who attended the AFAR Travel Tales event in New York this August, shares thoughts on travel and why podcasts have soared in popularity.

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Air Travel News

Air Travel Gets an Upgrade

A look at United Airlines’ Polaris lounges

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