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Edna Lewis was born in Virginia in 1916, but became known for her work in New York City kitchens.

Longreads

In Virginia, a Homecoming for Chef Edna Lewis

The Edna Lewis Menu Trail in Orange County, Virginia, is an overdue look at the home county— and culinary legacy—of one of America’s best chefs.

January 30, 2023 02:36 PM

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Korsha Wilson

Festivals + Events

Escape Winter With the World Beats at This NYC Dance Party

The world beats at the annual #Globewanders dance party will transport you far away from winter.

January 23, 2017 03:50 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Travel Tips + Etiquette

FedEx Now Offers 24-Hour Passport Services

You can have your photos taken and printed and get expedited passport processing and delivery service all in one place.

July 9, 2019 06:21 PM

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Michelle Baran

With places like Kāʻanapali Beach only an hour away from the from Kahului airport, it's no wonder 10 million visitors come to Hawai‘i each year.

U.S. Beaches

13 of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Hawai‘i

These beaches, spread across five Hawaiian islands, showcase the beauty of the Aloha State’s coasts.

April 15, 2023 12:20 PM

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Rachel Ng

Hotels

The Best New Hotels in the World: The 2020 Stay List

These new hotels also build genuine connections between their guests and their local communities.

April 8, 2020 11:45 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Air Travel News

What to Expect in the Air This Fall

Lower fares and better service: Back-to-school season is the good-news season for deal-savvy flyers.

September 12, 2017 03:32 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Air Travel News

How to Survive an Insanely Long Travel Delay

The chillest guide to actually enjoying travel delays

December 1, 2016 04:21 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Restaurants + Cafés

Cooking for a Cause: Michael Solomonov

February 1, 2017 10:09 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Restaurants + Cafés

Here Are the San Francisco Bay Area’s 7 New Michelin-Star Restaurants

Chef Dominique Crenn is officially the first woman to head a three-star restaurant in the United States.

November 30, 2018 05:03 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

You Could Be Denied a Passport if You Have Unpaid Taxes

More than 360,000 Americans won’t be able to renew or obtain a new passport if they have “seriously delinquent” tax debts of more than $51,000. Here’s how the new law works.

July 9, 2018 04:30 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hiking + Cycling

8 Dream Hikes in the United States (and How to Score the Permits)

Sometimes the hardest part of a hike is obtaining the permit, but the crowd-free experience in these pristine destinations is worth the effort.

May 14, 2026 06:35 PM

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Anna Mazurek

AFAR Approved

This App Is Like a Travel Agent in Your Pocket

With English’s new Lola travel-booking app, valuable human expertise is just a screen tap away.

November 1, 2016 09:18 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Art + Architecture

Digital Art Installation Turns Historic NYC Building Into an Ocean Liner

The innovative Montreal-based company Moment Factory transforms public and private spaces into digital art pieces around the world.

August 27, 2018 06:49 PM

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Christine H. O’Toole

Hotels

The Legendary Carlyle Hotel Gets Its Moment in the Spotlight

A new documentary showcases the star-studded history of the Carlyle hotel in New York City—and reveals why it’s one of Manhattan’s most beloved spots.

March 30, 2018 07:31 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Cities We Love

Let North Georgia’s Smaller, Shining Cities Charm You

North Georgia has an appeal all its own with its picturesque towns, outdoor activities, and dining experiences, all making for a fulfilling vacation any time of year.

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