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Outdoor Adventure

Get Intimate With the Aurora Borealis in the Finnish Wilderness

From adventure specialist Off the Map Travel, a glass-topped hut and a 70-percent chance of Northern Lights.

November 29, 2017 04:53 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Camping

How to Book Truly Unique Camping Experiences

A growing crop of websites and apps is making it much easier to find and book fun recreational vehicles, creative places to pitch a tent, and cool things to do on your outdoor adventure.

July 17, 2019 11:42 AM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Is Flying Safe With No Mask Mandate in Place?

Infectious disease experts weigh in on the safest approach to travel after the federal mask mandate was abruptly dropped last week and as COVID cases are on the rise again.

April 29, 2022 02:18 PM

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Michelle Baran

Art + Architecture

Life Artists: Why Aelfie Oudghiri Is Drawn to Rug Design

As a young woman making rugs, Oudghiri is an outlier putting a fresh spin on a traditional craft while tapping into her own family’s roots.

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Epic Trips

Turn Your Glacier Adventure Into an Overnight Experience With These Luxurious Stays

Yes, you can sleep next to (or on top of) a glacier. And at these lodges, hotels, and glamping experiences, you can do so sustainably too.

September 20, 2019 08:12 PM

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Julia Eskins

Bars + Nightlife

Gin Lovers, This New Hotel Is for You

It’s got a restaurant, a gin lab, and a museum on-site.

December 5, 2016 02:01 PM

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Matt Villano

Manhattan views from the rooftop and guest rooms at the 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge

Hotels

1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge Just Opened—And We Got An Inside Look

A first look at the nature-inspired, eco-conscious 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge

February 17, 2017 03:20 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Longreads

Honky-Tonk Tokyo

Underground in the world’s largest city, a fever for all things country lives on through line dancing, big hats, and even bigger personalities.

July 7, 2020 11:29 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

LGBTQ Travel

The Best Caribbean Islands for Gay and Lesbian Travelers

Worrying about an atmosphere of anti-gay attitudes can cast a shadow over a getaway when all you want is some fun under the sun. Here are the islands you’ll find most welcoming.

May 3, 2019 02:50 PM

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John Newton

History + Culture

How These U.S. Neighborhoods Got Their Odd Names

If names like Cabbagetown, Goose Hollow, and Normal Heights sound bizarre, just wait until you read about how they got those monikers in the first place.

March 19, 2018 08:25 PM

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Maya Kroth

Air Travel News

TSA PreCheck Members, Get Ready to Start Using Facial Recognition

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration is planning to incorporate more biometric screening measures within airports, and TSA PreCheck members will be kicking off the process.

October 19, 2018 07:36 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Airhelp Is the App You Need for Your Next Delayed or Canceled Flight

Airhelp is a free app so you can claim money for inconvenient travel hiccups—with the scan of your boarding pass.

May 30, 2017 07:11 PM

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Matt Villano

Cities We Love

The Ultimate Palm Springs Travel Guide

Less than two hours from Los Angeles, Palm Springs has long been the city’s popular desert getaway, welcoming both Hollywood stars and less famous visitors.

January 31, 2019 07:00 PM

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Staff

Buffalo

Overview

June 28, 2019 11:28 AM

Travel for Good

Beijing’s Taxis Are Going Green

In a step to combat the city’s infamous smog, Chinese officials have introduced a mandate to make its taxi fleet completely electric.

March 2, 2017 11:58 AM

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Matt Villano

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