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Following a Recent Crash, Should You Worry About the Safety of Flying in a Helicopter?

Experts weigh in on the track record of helicopters in the aftermath of a tragic helicopter crash in New York’s Hudson River.

April 21, 2025 09:28 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Epic Trips

Donkeys, Rancheros, Ravines: A Journey to the Ancient Murals of Sierra de San Francisco

Located in Baja California Peninsula, the Great Murals are the oldest cave paintings in the Americas—but they are incredibly hard to access.

March 29, 2023 01:35 PM

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Edmund Vallance

Outdoor Adventure

Asheville Alfresco: The Best Places to Enjoy the Outdoors in This Vibrant North Carolina City

Where to hike, bike, plunge, and otherwise get outdoorsy in the Blue Ridge Mountains of this vibrant North Carolina city.

May 8, 2024 01:36 PM

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Erin McGrady

Travel Tips + Etiquette

12 Ways to Make Sure Your Bags Don’t Get Lost When You Fly

Every flier wants their checked luggage to arrive at their destination with them at the end of a flight. But not every flier takes these simple precautions.

March 5, 2025 09:20 AM

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Bailey Berg

This pool at Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island is flanked by white chairs and palm trees.

Stay Here Next

A Look Inside the Most Exciting New Luxury Resort in the Seychelles

This new private island resort in the Seychelles has villas with private pools, candlelit dinners, and wildlife watching.

March 7, 2024 11:35 AM

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Chris Schalkx

Why Only Some Flights Are Canceled in Bad Weather

Air Travel News

Will My Flight Get Canceled Due to Bad Weather?

When there’s snowfall, heavy rain, a big storm, or extreme winds, here’s how airlines decide which flights to operate and which ones to cancel or delay.

November 27, 2024 02:05 PM

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Barbara Peterson

A hand holds up a miniature ceramic house.

Air Travel News

How a Miniature House Became the Most Coveted Souvenir in Aviation

Every year, KLM releases a new miniature Delftware house that’s a replica of a historical building. Here’s the backstory on these beloved mementos.

October 10, 2024 02:34 AM

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Blane Bachelor

Cities We Love

The Perfect 4 Days in Toronto, According to Locals

Toronto is a city on the rise. Here’s how you should explore it.

October 4, 2024 01:15 PM

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Amy Rosen

Lit up christmas tree in front of an ornate european-style building in philadelphia

Holiday Travel

10 European-Style Christmas Markets in the U.S. for Glühwein, Danish Cookies, and Swedish Santa

These markets have all the fairy-tale appeal—no passport required.

November 21, 2025 04:53 AM

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Caitlin Morton

Tips + News

Europe Could Have COVID-19 Vaccine Passports by Summer

But it remains unclear what role they would play in the possible lifting or loosening of European travel restrictions.

February 26, 2021 07:15 PM

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Michelle Baran

Tips + News

Antiracism Protests Ignite in Cities Around the World

The May 25 police killing of George Floyd in Minnesota has sparked worldwide protests against systemic racism and police brutality.

June 8, 2020 12:44 PM

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Pan Pylas

Air Travel News

Are Airplane Seats Too Small? The FAA Launches Review and Gets an Earful

Fed up with packed airplanes, tight legroom, and pint-sized coach seats? The U.S. government wants to hear from you.

August 12, 2022 10:44 AM

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Barbara Peterson

Tips + News

When Natural Disasters Strike During COVID, Where Can People Safely Go?

As wildfires rage throughout the West, evacuees are challenged to find safe refuge amid the coronavirus pandemic.

September 11, 2020 08:10 PM

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Michelle Baran

Rolling green hills are basked in sunlight and the town of San Luis Obispo is seen in the valley.

Cities We Love

Slow Travel Is In, and This California Town Does It Right

From scenic bike rides and historic spas to stylish hotels and eco-friendly wineries, there are many ways to enjoy San Luis Obispo mindfully.

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