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Cruise

The Most Anticipated New Cruise Ships of 2026

It’s a thrilling year for cruise ship launches as major luxury hotel brands Four Seasons and Orient Express prepare to make their seafaring debut, among other exciting new vessels.

February 19, 2026 03:11 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Cruise

7 Up-and-Coming Cruise Destinations to Sail to in 2026

As cruise lines plot new itineraries, here are some of the more under-the-radar places to visit by sea this year—from the Alaskan wilderness to Tanzania’s Spice Islands and Toba, Japan.

February 18, 2026 05:54 PM

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Fran Golden

Home Workouts to Stay Sane and Fit While You’re Stuck Inside

Health + Wellness

Stay in Shape While Traveling—No Gym Required—With These Hotel Room Friendly Exercises

Whether you’re limited to your living room or a hotel room, there are countless ways to build strength, stamina, and flexibility with little or no equipment.

April 21, 2020 02:53 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Cruise

U.S. Cruising’s Return Favors the Vaccinated

As the mainstream cruise industry gets back to business, there’s a clear message being delivered. If you want to return to what one might call “normal good times,” get a vaccine.

July 8, 2021 05:49 PM

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Fran Golden

Air Travel News

Flights Have Been Banned Over Iran Airspace—Here’s What You Should Know

United Airlines has suspended service between Newark and Mumbai and between Newark and Delhi.

June 24, 2019 08:30 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hotels

Why It’s Time to Visit Hong Kong Now

With a grounding in the city’s traditions, a new generation of entrepreneurs are reinventing Hong Kong.

August 6, 2019 12:25 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Festivals + Events

California’s Lightning in a Bottle Is the Feel-Good Music Festival of the Year

From May 24 to 27, this immersive cultural exposition will attract some 30,000 enlightenment-seekers to the dusty San Antonio Recreation Area in Central California.

May 10, 2018 07:07 PM

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Matthew Phenix

An airport and airplanes covered in snow

Air Travel News

Here’s What to Do as Soon as Your Flight Is Canceled or Delayed

When flights get canceled or significantly delayed, travelers face an onslaught of challenges. Use these tips and strategies to get rebooked, refunded, and back on track.

January 23, 2026 03:15 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hotels

Embrace French Style At These Chic Luxury Hotels

From high-end fashion houses to everyday home décor, French style is a genre all its own.

Sponsored by Sofitel Hotels and Resorts

Air Travel News

Could There Be Less Turbulence in Our Flying Future?

For the first time, airlines plan to share more accurate turbulence data with the goal of making flying smoother and safer.

September 5, 2019 07:14 PM

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Michelle Baran

Art + Architecture

Here’s How to Skip the Lines at These Cultural Institutions

Don’t like to wait in line? These expert-led tours are just the thing for you.

July 20, 2019 12:48 PM

Packing Tips + Gear

10 Travel-Ready Fanny Packs That Are Actually Stylish

Once the butt of the joke, fanny packs are back upfront.

September 5, 2024 11:11 AM

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Courtney Holden

Hotels

8 European Hotels With Truly Iconic Views

There’s nothing dreamier than a room with a view, and these luxurious hotels are perfectly positioned to give you the best views of some of Europe’s most memorable sights.

March 28, 2018 04:32 PM

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Jake Emen

Air Travel News

Fly to Scandinavia This Summer and Score a Free Rental Car

Scandinavian Airlines flights to Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen can earn a five-day car rental from Avis.

February 15, 2018 05:34 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Natural Wonders

UNESCO Removes Belize Barrier Reef From Its Endangered List

According to the U.N. agency, the largest barrier reef system in the Northern Hemisphere no longer faces “immediate danger.”

June 28, 2018 07:02 PM

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Sarah Buder

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