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Travelers wait to retrieve their bags after Southwest canceled their flights.

Massive Southwest Cancellations Continue—What Went Wrong

The Department of Transportation is looking into why Southwest had such a disproportionately high rate of cancellations after last weekend’s severe winter storms.

December 27, 2022 01:02 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Where to Travel Next

The Best Places to Explore Pasadena on Foot

Gardens, walking tours, and delicious restaurants are easily accessible in this pedestrian-friendly town.

The decision is part of a larger effort to reduce visitors and climate change–inducing emissions.

July 21, 2023 05:25 PM

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Michelle Baran

COVID + Travel

Israel Drops Testing Requirement for Travelers

The Middle Eastern country is the latest to lift certain pandemic travel restrictions, including predeparture and postarrival COVID testing.

May 20, 2022 05:04 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

JetBlue Has Put in Surprise Bid for Spirit Airlines

JetBlue’s offer could spark a bidding war with Frontier Airlines, which previously offered to purchase Spirit Airlines.

April 6, 2022 12:46 PM

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David Koenig

Camping

The 10 Best State Parks in Texas You Need to Visit

Desert mountains, sandy beaches, clear blue rivers, and deep canyons. The Lone Star State has it all—and you can find it in a state park.

March 31, 2022 04:57 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Backpacker on top of Clouds Rest looking down into Yosemite Valley

National Parks

How to Avoid the Crowds in America’s Most Visited National Parks

Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Glacier are among the most popular U.S. national parks—here’s how to get off the beaten path when visiting.

July 23, 2025 10:52 AM

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Bailey Berg

Fall 2025

Track Wolves, Dive Shipwrecks, Hunt for Truffles: 52 Epic Adventures in Every State

Your guide to adrenaline-pumping, wildlife-filled, off-the-beaten-path experiences across all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.

September 16, 2025 12:35 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Illinois has a designated International Dark Sky Park, along with several other prime stargazing spots.

Outdoor Adventure

This State Is a Surprising Stargazing Destination

State parks and expansive forests serve as the perfect backdrop for stargazing in the Prairie State.

U.S. travelers hopping the pond won’t need to worry about the new rules for entry until next year.

February 28, 2023 12:26 PM

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Chris Dong

Air Travel News

The Real Cost of Bad Airplane Behavior

What kind of poetic justice can we get when someone’s selfish actions result in our flight being delayed, diverted, or even grounded?

September 25, 2023 12:10 PM

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Maggie Fuller

row of colorful older buildings in Havana, Cuba, with two vintage cars parked on the street in front

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Yes, Americans Can Still Travel to Cuba. Here’s How

Is it legal for U.S. citizens to travel to Cuba? What types of travel can they take? And what are Cuba Tourist Cards? Here’s what you need to know about visiting Cuba.

March 21, 2024 12:43 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

Travelers No Longer Need a COVID Test to Enter the U.S.

The testing requirement that created numerous hurdles for international travelers has been scrapped—at least for now. Here’s what you need to know.

June 13, 2022 08:27 PM

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Michelle Baran

9 Cards With Amazing Travel Credits That Basically Erase High Fees

Loyalty + Rewards

8 Cards With Amazing Travel Credits That Basically Erase High Fees

Generous travel credits offset annual fees of many top travel credit cards, placing their rates on par with low-fee cards.

January 11, 2022 08:12 PM

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Paul Rubio

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