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June 18, 2015 09:38 PM

Strolling along Las Ramblas through Barcelona’s atmospheric Gothic Quarter, past the bustling Boqueria food market, and on to elegant Place de Catalunya is one of the planet’s great pedestrian pleasures. Save time to explore the creations of visionary architect Antoni Gaudí, including his hallucinogenic, and as yet unfinished Sagrada Familia basilica, as well shopping on Passeig de Gracia, and the beaches and cafés of trendy Barceloneta, a haven for locals on hot summer weekends. <br /><br /><strong>Travel Tip:</strong> It’s not too late: Passengers traveling on Lufthansa will find a full range of shops for souvenir hunting in Terminal 1 of Barcelona Airport—including retailers selling branded FC Barcelona goods.

Primavera Music Founder Pablo Soler on Barcelona’s Cool Beat

Pablo Soler, the founder of the Primavera Sound Music Festival, loves new music and great food. He finds plenty of both near his home in El Born. Here, his story.

March 18, 2015 02:20 PM

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Jen Murphy

Where to Travel Next

5 Reasons This Hotel in Upstate New York Is A Perfect Fall Getaway

Escape from New York to nostalgia and relaxation in the Catskills

October 30, 2015 07:39 PM

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Michaela Trimble

Air Travel News

These Exciting New Airline Routes to Europe Are Finally Here

Thanks to these new European flights, it’s much easier to hop across the pond from the United States this summer.

June 11, 2019 05:11 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Now, You Can Explore the World’s Coolest Neighborhoods with a Local

Get a real insider perspective on how a neighborhood becomes cool—and how best to see it.

July 22, 2019 03:14 PM

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Los Angeles This Summer

A bumper crop of hotel openings, the meticulous restoration of a glamorous Hollywood hot spot, and thrilling art installations are making Tinseltown sizzle this summer.

July 22, 2019 01:18 PM

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Ann Shields

Hotels

The Check In: New and Restored Hotels Raising the Roof(tops)

These top-level properties are the places to stay.

May 6, 2016 02:45 PM

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Nicoletta Richardson

Cruise

U.S. Cruising Won’t Restart Until 2021

Cruise lines have extended their pause on sailings through the end of the year as they address the CDC’s new cruising guidelines.

November 4, 2020 05:13 PM

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Michelle Baran

History + Culture

In the Caribbean, Cricket is About More than Just the Game

You can’t truly understand the Caribbean until you’ve seen a cricket match. Though we can’t promise you’ll understand the cricket match.

December 2, 2015 07:58 PM

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Emma John

History + Culture

How to See—and Photograph—Japan’s Surviving Ancient Rituals

Across the country, centuries-old traditions permeate contemporary culture. A new set of immersive photography tours grant travelers the rare access necessary to document them.

April 24, 2019 07:59 PM

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Sarah Buder

Road Trips

Obscure European Road Laws You May Not Know You’re Breaking

It’s important to note speed limits and follow headlight rules on any road trip, but in the European Union, there are a few other rules to keep in mind.

March 11, 2019 07:26 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Water Sports

Ask a Local: Where Can I Go Boating Around Fort Lauderdale?

A boat is your key to exploring Fort Lauderdale, Florida, be it on the New River, the 165 miles of canals, or out on the Atlantic.

February 24, 2021 10:01 AM

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Terry Ward

Epic Trips

10 Things to Know Before You Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

The highest mountain in Africa may be a popular hiking destination, but it’s no walk in the park. Here’s how to prepare for a successful summit bid.

July 13, 2016 05:11 PM

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Tommy Alexander

Air Travel News

Fliers, Rejoice: Your United Miles Will Never Expire

Like JetBlue and Delta, the airline is now allowing fliers to keep those miles indefinitely.

August 28, 2019 04:10 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Air Travel News

Could United, Southwest, and American Pilot Strikes Disrupt Upcoming Flights?

What to know as pilots at American Airlines and Southwest vote to authorize stirkes, United pilots picket across the country, and worker strikes continue in Europe.

May 12, 2023 01:48 PM

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Michelle Baran

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