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An Insider’s Guide to Fort Myers

This local travel expert shares must-see spots and lesser-known gems throughout the Fort Myers area.

Sponsored by Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods

Air Travel News

Low-Cost Carrier Norse Atlantic Adds London Routes From 4 U.S. Cities

It’s about to get much cheaper to fly across the pond.

March 1, 2023 10:29 AM

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Michelle Baran

Humpback whale breaching off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, USA.

Family Travel

Traveling the Whale Trail in Santa Barbara

Off the coast of this Southern California city, a new Whale Heritage Area allows marine life to thrive—and visitors to explore responsibly.

June 29, 2024 02:20 AM

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Julia Cosgrove

Outdoor Adventure

12 Can’t Miss Things to Do on Your Next Trip to Bonaire

The lesser-known B of the ABC Islands offers plenty of reasons for a trip.

August 29, 2023 06:34 PM

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Kristin Braswell

UNESCO World Heritage

In a First, Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings Become UNESCO World Heritage Sites

These 8 iconic works from the 20th-century American architect are the first examples of modern architecture in the United States to be added to the global list of landmarks.

July 8, 2019 08:53 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The U.S. Geological Survey warned residents of Hawai‘i’s Big Island to be ready to evacuate if lava flows start heading toward populated areas.

November 29, 2022 01:33 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Trains

Travel to the Early 1900s on This Glamorous Train Journey Along Vietnam’s Scenic Coast

The Vietage luxury train is Vietnam’s best-kept secret.

August 26, 2025 02:07 PM

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Anna Haines

A lit-up glamping tent beneath a night sky with the milky way visible

National Parks

Upgrade Your National Park Getaway With These 8 Gorgeous Glamping Escapes

Enjoy the beauty of red rocks, glinting glaciers, and ultra-dark skies, all from the comfort of these tents, wagons, and bubbles.

December 4, 2025 08:28 AM

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Brooke Vaughan

The pool on the Four Seasons I yacht with a bar area and arched windows behind it

Cruise News

Four Seasons’ First Yacht Has Officially Set Sail

The luxury hotel company’s first foray into cruising debuted this month with the launch of a new 222-passenger yacht, “Four Seasons I,” currently sailing in the Mediterranean .

March 31, 2026 01:38 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Beaches

Puerto Rico Has Nearly 300 Beaches—These Are the Least Crowded

Step into Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent waters, white sands, and bathtub temperatures—in solitude.

November 29, 2024 09:25 AM

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Terry Ward

COVID + Travel

Why Airlines Canceled Hundreds of Holiday Flights

Illnesses largely tied to the Omicron variant of COVID-19 have taken a toll on flight crew numbers during the busy holiday travel season.

December 27, 2021 12:05 PM

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Joe McDonald

From cities like Riyadh (above) to vast desertscapes, it's now easier to see Saudi Arabia.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

A New Visa Process Makes It Much Easier to Travel to Saudi Arabia Now

The conservative kingdom has only been offering tourist visas since 2019.

September 2, 2022 06:09 PM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Travel Next

Come for St. Augustine, Stay for Amelia Island: A Guide to Northeast Florida

Tempting restaurants, new hotels, and plenty of outdoor adventure await.

January 27, 2022 03:32 PM

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Terry Ward

The dive jetty of the diving school at Six Senses Laamu in the Maldives

Hotels

I Spent a Week Scuba Diving at a Luxury Resort—Here’s Why (and Where) I’d Do It Again

You don’t have to rough it to scuba dive in epic underwater sites. These hotels pair luxury with world-class reefs.

April 16, 2025 11:22 AM

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Chris Dong

Air Travel News

Everything You Need to Know About Getting a Real ID

By May 2025, if you don’t have a Real ID, passport or trusted traveler program card (such as Global Entry), you will not be able to fly.

December 5, 2022 05:51 PM

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Michelle Baran

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