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You Can Now Convert Your Southwest Travel Credits Into Points—at a Very High Rate

There are some pros and cons to converting the funds. Here’s how to know whether the switchover is right for you.

August 18, 2020 02:38 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

DOT Ends Obama-Era Rule Requiring Transparency in Airline Fees

Ticket-buyers beware: Airlines now have a license to get sneaky about baggage fees and a host of extra charges.

December 11, 2017 01:26 PM

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Matt Villano

Hotels

The Most Anticipated European Hotel Openings of 2019

From a historic ship-turned-hotel docked in Edinburgh to the first Four Seasons in Greece, these are the 10 best new hotels opening across Europe in the new year.

December 20, 2018 05:44 PM

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Sandra Ramani

Hotels

Pick the House Plants for Your Room at This Hotel Pop-Up

The Kimpton Gray in Chicago is giving guests the option to have their room decked out in plants such as cacti, succulents, palms, and ferns.

September 16, 2019 07:50 PM

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Michelle Baran

Where to Travel Next

What to Do in Chicago This Spring

Waking after a long deep-freeze of a winter, the Windy City bursts into colorful spring with a happening hotel, some venerable Old Masters, and a lovely day in the park.

April 23, 2019 06:59 PM

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Ann Shields

Outdoor Adventure

Yosemite’s Historic Landmarks Get Their Old Names Back

Popular park attractions can now once again be called by their original names.

July 16, 2019 03:33 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

One Great Day in Paris, According to Meghan Donovan

AFAR Advisor

How Influencer Meghan Donovan’s Would Spend a Day in Paris

For Meghan Donovan, it is about long walks, good food, and photo opps.

April 7, 2020 09:46 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Longreads

Why a Train Trip Across the U.S. Is the Fastest Way to Slow Down

On a cross-country Amtrak trip, a perpetually rushed traveler finds the gift of time.

February 14, 2018 02:40 PM

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Eric Weiner

The regatta is one of many events to enjoy in the British Virgin Islands.

Festivals + Events

6 British Virgin Island Celebrations Worth Planning Around

Celebrate local music, food, and traditions at these vibrant BVI events.

Sponsored by British Virgin Islands

Museums + Galleries

The World’s 6 Coolest Museum Openings of 2016

Newbies to the culture landscape feature everything from wine to design.

February 2, 2016 06:59 PM

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Emily Nathan

COVID + Travel

Thailand to Open to Vaccinated Travelers in February

The Southeast Asian country plans to drop its quarantine requirement, but vaccinated visitors will still need to submit to two COVID tests postarrival.

January 21, 2022 01:25 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Air Travel News

Delta’s First Carbon-Neutral Flight Takes to the Skies

It was made possible by a combination of biofuels and carbon offsets and will be the first of 20.

July 12, 2019 06:51 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Venice Cancels Carnival as Italy Faces Europe’s Largest Coronavirus Outbreak

Italy tries to contain the virus through Lombardy and Veneto as neighbors fear its spread.

February 24, 2020 11:23 AM

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Paolo Santalucia

Air Travel News

And, Once Again, the World’s Best Airport Is…

Singapore’s Changi Airport named best in the world—for the fifth time

March 23, 2017 04:49 PM

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Matt Villano

Tips + News

Uber Black Just Relaunched With the Option to Request a Silent Ride

For riders who cannot muster the energy for a conversation, it may be worth upgrading.

May 15, 2019 04:30 PM

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Michelle Baran

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