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Where to Travel in Australia Right Now: The Best New Openings by Region

In February 2022, Australia (finally!) reopened its borders. Here’s where to eat, play, drink, and stay in country’s many states and territories.

February 23, 2022 03:51 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

A helicopter on a landing pad viewed from behind with people all around, some wearing bright vests, and tall mountains covered in greenery in the background

Air Travel News

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

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Los Angeles This Summer

A bumper crop of hotel openings, the meticulous restoration of a glamorous Hollywood hot spot, and thrilling art installations are making Tinseltown sizzle this summer.

July 22, 2019 01:18 PM

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Ann Shields

Scenery of Shiretoko in Hokkaido, Shari-cho, Midsummer

Outdoor Adventure

In a Lesser-Known Part of Japan, Outdoor Adventure Awaits

Explore bubbling volcanoes, primeval forests, and fantastical wildlife in the far east of Hokkaido.

March 22, 2024 01:25 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Air Travel News

Round-Trip Flights to New Zealand Are on Sale From $799

Air New Zealand has announced a number of special fares to the “Land of the Long White Cloud.”

August 30, 2019 01:31 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Rear of red Tesla Model S while charging at Tesla Supercharger Station.

Road Trips

The Complicated Reality of EV Road Trips

Lessons learned taking a Tesla road trip.

April 30, 2024 05:56 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

COVID + Travel

Hawai‘i Issues New Rules for Vaccinated Travelers—What You Need to Know

As of July 8, fully vaccinated out-of-state travelers do not need to take a pretravel COVID test and are not required to quarantine.

July 14, 2021 06:43 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Advice on Learning a New Language From People Who Speak up to 16

Anyone can learn a new language, no matter their age. Simply follow this expert advice down the sweet-talking path to success.

April 28, 2020 01:02 PM

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Dana Brindle

Art + Culture

5 Places to Travel for Music and the Best Ways to Experience It

Some of the world’s most melodious destinations are featured in a new video by the United States Tour Operators Association. We took a closer look.

Sponsored by United States Tour Operators Association

Tips + News

Travel Isn’t Black and White—It’s Better in Color

A new organization is surfacing vibrant stories from BIPOC writers and photographers—and helping traditional travel media shake off its white gaze.

December 18, 2020 06:53 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Cities We Love

Move Over Marfa: This Is the New Art Hot Spot in Texas

The border city of 1 million people, along the Rio Grande between Mexico and New Mexico, is just a three-hour drive from that high desert town of minimalism and conceptual art.

February 13, 2025 05:18 PM

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Sunshine Flint

From the Editor

Amplifying Black Voices in Travel

Celebrate National Black Business Month by supporting Black-owned businesses and Black authors.

August 12, 2020 02:57 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

Hotel News + Openings

The First Gluten-Free Hotel in the U.S. Has Opened in Louisiana

The Hotel Monroe has no gluten on site.

May 5, 2026 07:46 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

Clear Launches Reservation Service for Quickly Getting Through TSA

The new option allows users to book a time slot for passing through security.

October 26, 2021 07:43 PM

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Michelle Baran

June 24, 2018. Xilitla, San Luis Potosí Mexico. Panoramic view of the Pools (Las Pozas) a surrealistic garden (Jardín surrealista) located in the subtropical rain forest of the Sierra Madre mountains.

Off The Tourist Trail

7 Ways to Escape the Crowds in Mexico

Here’s how to craft an offbeat adventure a little more removed from the typical places.

January 31, 2025 04:48 PM

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Meagan Drillinger

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