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A Literary Trip to Lisbon Is the Best Way to Uncover Portugal’s Hidden Beauty

In Portugal, novelist Charmaine Craig searches for the ghost of her hero, goes on a high-speed chase for delicious pork, and ponders the mystery of a writer’s trunk.

September 24, 2018 12:42 PM

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Charmaine Craig

Food + Drink

On the Trail of Cochinita Pibil, the Yucatán’s Ancient Barbecue Tradition

The deliciously messy dish is to Mexico what pulled pork is to the American South.

June 10, 2019 04:33 PM

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Allegra Ben-Amotz

Cities We Love

Beyond the French Quarter: Discovering New Orleans’s Downriver Delights

The Crescent City checklist is full of things to see and do, but New Orleans rewards those who dive a little deeper.

August 8, 2018 02:45 PM

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Tim Chester

Family Travel

3 Secrets for Surviving Disneyland with a Baby

There are some special perks of having a little one in tow.

March 10, 2017 01:10 PM

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Matt Villano

History + Culture

Home Again: Novelist Chibundu Onuzo on Leaving—and Returning to—Nigeria

As a child, Chibundu Onuzo was obsessed with anywhere that wasn’t Nigeria. An English boarding school (and a shocking language class) made her reconsider her roots.

March 28, 2019 04:51 PM

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Chibundu Onuzo

Art + Culture

10 Stops on a Tour of Jewish Budapest

A Guide to Sites that Embody the Fascinating History and Dynamic Present of the Hungarian Capital’s Jewish Community

Sponsored by Hungarian Tourism Agency

Travel Insiders

Pro Tips from Airline Insiders

Two executives share their travel rituals and some advice to help fliers improve their odds of a smooth experience.

May 23, 2017 10:44 AM

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Kate Appleton

Festivals + Events

5 Soccer-Crazy World Cup Destinations That Aren’t Russia

Set your airfare alerts for the biggest party in sports. These destinations aren’t the host nation, but they’re still worth the trip.

April 24, 2018 04:17 PM

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Sam Laird

National Parks

How to Visit the National Parks During a Shutdown

The government shutdown puts your upcoming national park trip in peril. Now what?

January 4, 2019 03:42 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Air Travel News

Must-Read: Branson’s Good-Bye Letter to Virgin America

Sir Richard Branson’s eulogy for the beloved airline is full of heart—and a few surprising references.

March 24, 2017 01:01 PM

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Matt Villano

People

A French Twist: Robert and Nadège Pellegatta, Hotel Owners

January 26, 2017 02:18 PM

Travel Tales

Rewilding Australia

From its deserts to its reefs, Australia’s unique ecosystems have long been under pressure from human activity. Now some humans are helping nature push back.

April 8, 2020 02:18 PM

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Emma John

Books

Famous Writers’ Homes Every Book Nerd Must Visit

Tour the houses of Vladimir Nabokov, Jane Austen, Laura Ingalls Wilder, and other authors to see what inspired them to write their acclaimed books.

September 16, 2019 06:28 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Restaurants + Cafés

What Greece Can Teach You About Cooking—and Life

You’ll pick up more than just knife skills at this cooking retreat.

June 22, 2017 06:07 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

AFAR Advisor

How I Built (and Run) a Successful Travel Agency: Valerie, Jennifer, and Kimberly Wilson

How did Valerie Wilson Travel, Inc. become an industry powerhouse?

September 5, 2019 12:28 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

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