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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

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

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

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

Tips + News

Curiosity (and $2,500) Is All You Need to Join This New Travelers’ Club

PRIOR will bring together travelers who care more about experiences than thread count and infinity pools.

September 5, 2018 05:27 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Dusk view of Winter Park village and ski area in Colorado with building lights glowing in the dark and trees dotting a snowy landscape

Train Travel

Colorado’s Historic Ski Train Brings Riders From Denver Straight to One of the Best Mountains in the Region

It’s now easier and more affordable to get to a ski resort area that locals love.

January 27, 2025 01:36 PM

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Molly O’Brien

Hotels

When Vacation Rentals Are a Better Choice than Hotels

Home again.

Sponsored by Encore Resort

Art + Architecture

Rainbows, Ball Pits, and Balloons Collide at New York’s Whimsical New Art Pop-Up

Color Factory’s latest interactive art installation is as close as you’ll get to your Willy Wonka dreams.

August 17, 2018 09:26 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Epic Trips

Finding Colombia’s Roots in Ciudad Perdida, the Lost City

It isn’t an easy hike, but few journeys offer insight into indigenous life in Colombia like a trek to the ancient city of Teyuna.

January 11, 2018 05:45 PM

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Simon Willis

Traveler Man sitting in meditation with serene view mountains and lake landscape

Accessible Travel

Traveling With Epilepsy Isn’t Easy, But It’s Not Impossible Either

I’m a travel writer, I have epilepsy, and I still travel the world. For those who want to do the same, I asked a neurologist for tips on how to make trips easier and safer.

May 23, 2024 09:33 AM

Art + Culture

Around the World in International Films

“Parasite,” “Roma,” plus 16 other international movies to watch right now.

March 19, 2020 12:34 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Luxurious seating overlooks an infinity pool and the ocean at Impression by Secrets Isla Mujeres.

Epic Trips

5 Travel Moments You’ll Only Have at These Luxury Hotels

From perfume blending in Napa to a private hammam in Marrakech, these luxury stays allow you to experience more.

Sponsored by World of Hyatt

Art + Architecture

The Moroccan City Henri Matisse Called a “Painter’s Paradise”

Europe’s gateway to Africa, Tangier has long attracted artists and writers.

January 28, 2021 09:01 AM

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Susie Hodge

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)

Family Travel

Living the Scandinavian Dream in the Pacific Northwest

One writer on Samish Island, the family retreat that taught her the art of paying attention.

May 26, 2020 09:14 AM

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Aislyn Greene

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