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United Unveils a New Boarding Procedure That It Claims Will Speed Up the Process

Where you’re sitting in a given row will dictate when you board. Here’s what to know about United Airlines’ new boarding groups.

October 18, 2023 05:34 PM

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Chris Dong

United Arab Emirates

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July 22, 2024 02:23 PM

Hotel News + Openings

Alpine Dining, Local Artwork, and an Adventure Concierge—Larch House Brings Elegant Lodging to Whitefish

Situated minutes from ski slopes and Glacier National Park, the opening of Larch House marks the first design-centric accommodation for Whitefish, Montana.

January 12, 2026 01:10 PM

Millions of participants gather at Times Square in New York City to celebrate New Year’s Eve.

Holiday Travel

7 Festive Places to Visit for New Year’s Celebrations

For your countdowns and midnight kisses, plan a New Year’s celebration in these jubilant places around the world.

December 10, 2025 03:56 AM

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Lottie Gross

Three people cheers on the rooftop at Level 5 at Hotel Chaco in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Food + Drink

Albuquerque Is a Food Lover’s Dream. These Are the Best Places to Eat and Drink There.

This New Mexican city is a lot more than just chilelandia.

February 29, 2024 05:33 PM

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Aislyn Greene

A person pushing someone in a wheelchair in an airport

Air Travel News

United Unveils New Search Tool for Passengers With Wheelchairs

The development is the latest in a series of strides being made in the realm of accessible air travel.

November 9, 2023 06:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hiking + Cycling

The Old Florida Keys Bridge Is Now a Scenic Walkway and Bike Path

A section of the more than 100-year-old overpass has been restored.

January 12, 2022 05:26 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Everything You Need to Know About Albuquerque’s Massive Hot Air Balloon Festival

Festivals + Events

This Year’s Hot Air Balloon Festival in Albuquerque Coincides with a Solar Eclipse

The annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is among the world’s largest ballooning events. Here’s what to know to best experience the autumn spectacle.

August 30, 2023 04:28 PM

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Sarah Buder

Air Travel News

United Introduces New Bag Drop “Shortcut”

The airline says the new process should allow travelers to check their bag “in a minute or less on average.”

March 3, 2022 09:25 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Emirates Has $878 Flights for Two This Valentine’s Day—but You’ll Have to Act Fast

Dreaming of a romantic getaway to Milan, Bali, or Athens? Don’t miss these two-for-one deals to those destinations (and more) on one of the world’s best airlines.

February 10, 2020 05:19 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

United Adding New Nonstop Routes to India, West Africa, Hawaii

The carrier is launching service to New Delhi, Bangalore, Accra, Johannesburg, Maui, and more.

September 9, 2020 06:57 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Emirates Is Having an End-of-Year Sale With Flights as Low as $400

As if we didn’t love this airline enough.

December 17, 2019 03:51 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

United Is Cutting Service to These 12 U.S. Cities

The move highlights the uncertainty some smaller, regional airfields face.

November 10, 2021 05:51 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Archer's vertical take-off and landing aircraft in twilight

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