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History + Culture

D-Day 75th Anniversary Tours for Every Type of Traveler

Discover the World War II battlefields of Normandy by boat, bike, or on foot.

April 8, 2019 08:32 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hotels

Five U.S. Inns Where You’ll Sleep Well—and Eat Like Royalty

At each of these inns across the United States—from Oregon to Connecticut—hungry travelers will find wide open spaces, genius chefs, and award-winning food.

February 4, 2022 03:24 PM

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Ann Shields

Ocean Cruises

The Best Cruises for Kids at Every Age

When it comes to kids, cruising isn’t one size fits all. From babies to teens, these age-specific recommendations will help you choose the right cruise for your brood.

June 28, 2019 12:07 PM

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Elissa Garay

Air Travel News

The End of Gate-Checking? United Hopes So With New Overhead Bins

The airline plans on increasing carry-on space so that there’s enough room for every passenger to bring one on.

October 29, 2019 06:22 PM

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Michelle Baran

The Peninsula Istanbul is located in the lively Karaköy district next to the Bosphorus Strait.

Stay Here Next

A Look Inside the Peninsula Istanbul, the City’s Most Exciting New Hotel

The latest luxury hotel to open in Istanbul has become one of the city’s most coveted places to stay.

August 7, 2023 10:00 AM

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Anya von Bremzen

The Calanais Standing Stones situated in something of a circle surrounding by green grass and a blue sky with clouds overhead

A new visitor center and museum are opening at the Calanais Standing Stones on Scotland’s Isle of Lewis, making a visit to these 5,000-year-old stone structures much more enticing.

April 6, 2026 09:24 AM

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Ronan O’connell

Road Trips

See 9 Stunning Frank Lloyd Wright Works on the New Great Wright Road Trip

Follow a four-day ramble through scenic western New York to see some of the American architect’s most impressive works.

August 27, 2021 04:38 PM

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Billie Cohen

On Air: Michael Holtz on the Best Business Class, Flight Shaming, and “Secret” Air Routes

AFAR Advisor

An Interview With Michael Holtz on the Best Business Class, Flight Shaming, and “Secret” Air Routes

SmartFlyer has built a successful business on air ticketing and more.

July 31, 2019 05:28 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

A double-decker bar with a thatched roof floating in a turquoise ocean

Bars + Nightlife

7 of the Best Floating Bars Around the World

Enjoy a drink at one of these watery watering holes, which include a taco shop in the Caribbean and a historic barge in the Hudson River

September 11, 2024 02:56 AM

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Sophie Friedman

Art + Culture

12 Movies Set in Tokyo to Stream Right Now

If you’re longing for a trip to Tokyo, get a shot of Japanese culture by watching these movies—from anime to film festival favorites—all set in the capital city.

May 15, 2020 05:30 PM

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Staff

Air Travel News

These Are the World’s Best Airlines

Only one U.S. airline made the top 30 in the newly announced Skytrax 2024 World Airline Awards.

June 24, 2024 05:30 PM

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Michelle Baran

Expedition Cruises

The Ultimate Guide to Polar Cruising

Should you go to the Arctic or Antarctica, and with Lindblad Expeditions or Hurtigruten? What are the polar packing essentials? We break it all down for you.

May 6, 2019 07:36 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

History + Culture

Colosseum’s Underground Passages Reopen to Public

Tourists are now able to go underground and wander the area considered the ancient arena’s “backstage.”

June 29, 2021 04:08 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

A view from of the Verrazano Bridge from Staten Island<br/>

Travel Inspiration

Top Things To Do in Staten Island According to a Local Chef

This borough is a fascinating postcard of yesteryear, filled with rich Italian culture. Here, one of its legendary Italian chefs shares his top picks of where to go and what to see.

Sponsored by NYC & Company and written by Danielle Bernabe

Cantina Contramar at Fontainebleau - Gabriela-Camara (L) Pescado a la talla (R)

Hotel News + Openings

A Celebrated Mexico City Restaurant Is Coming to Las Vegas

Chef Gabriela Cámara is opening Cantina Contramar, an outpost of her Mexico City seafood institution, at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on March 28, 2026.

February 11, 2026 11:50 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

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