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These Photos Prove That the United States and Europe Are Obsessed With Each Other

Naomi Harris’s photo book of U.S. places in Europe and European places in the United States is a bit uncanny, but that’s the point.

December 21, 2017 08:30 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Air Travel News

First U.S. Biometric Screening Terminal Opens in Atlanta

Delta passengers can now use facial recognition at check-in, to go through security, and to board their flight. And the carrier is expanding the program to Detroit, next.

December 3, 2018 06:48 PM

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Michelle Baran

Weekend Getaways

How to Spend a Weekend in Winnipeg, One of Canada’s Most Creative Cities

Winnipeg’s gotten itself quite the TV reputation, but it’s time to set the record straight.

July 6, 2022 02:48 PM

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Karen Burshtein

Epic Trips

At a Magic Mushroom Retreat, a Comedian Reluctantly Embraces Her “Healing Journey”

For Negin Farsad, traveling to Jamaica for a psilocybin retreat started as a gig. After a week of tripping, she found it was about much more than getting high.

December 12, 2023 11:28 AM

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Negin Farsad

Unwind poolside at Bellagio, where iconic views and a relaxed atmosphere set the tone for the perfect escape.

Epic Trips

Where to Celebrate a Big Occasion in Las Vegas

MGM Resorts makes it easy to plan around dining, shows, and wellness experiences.

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Shakti Himalaya's Prana Lodge with glass walls, lit from inside

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This New, 7-Suite Himalayan Mountain Lodge Pairs Trekking With High-End Hospitality

Shakti Himalaya’s guided walking trips in India’s Kumaon Himalayas culminate at the new Prana Lodge, where days on the trail give way to fireside evenings and mountain views.

May 19, 2026 05:34 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

The nose of a Lufthansa aircraft parked at an empty airport gate as seen through the windows of the terminal

Air Travel News

How a Jet Fuel Crisis and Digital Border Entry Woes Could Disrupt Your Upcoming Europe Trip

As summer approaches, travelers heading to Europe could face some challenges.

April 30, 2026 05:49 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Tips + News

More Than 140 Ancient Nazca Lines Were Just Discovered in Peru

The never-before-seen geoglyphs were uncovered by a group of researchers along a stretch of Peru’s coastal desert approximately 250 miles south of Lima.

November 22, 2019 06:34 PM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

Albanian World Heritage Site Struggles Without Tourists

Residents of the UNESCO-protected city of Gjirokastra are calling for government help to keep their businesses afloat as pandemic pains linger.

March 1, 2021 12:47 PM

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Llazar Semini

Visitors stand at the top of a mountain overlooking stunning fjords, islands, and a quaint village in the Lofoten archipelago. Couple hiking the Reinebringen mountain Lofoten Norway

Hiking + Cycling

21 Beautiful Hikes Around the World You Should Do in Your Lifetime

Some of these hikes are well known, some underrated. All are Afar tested and approved, bringing you closer to the Earth.

May 19, 2026 05:23 PM

Tips + News

You Can Now Book “Basic” Business Class

Dubai-based airline Emirates has just introduced a new fare type.

June 20, 2019 04:19 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Epic Trips

The World’s Most Magical Places to See the Northern Lights

This is your year to see the aurora borealis. Here’s where and how to see this most astounding of celestial shows in 2026.

March 9, 2026 08:42 AM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

These Companies Will Pay You to Travel and Pursue Your Dream

Two new contests will pay big for those looking to shake up their 9 to 5.

August 20, 2019 09:29 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

It'll soon be easier to visit Thailand's famous palaces and pagodas.

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