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Why Travelers Are Paying to Dig in the Ground

After learning more about Ancient Odysseys—which links travelers with excavation sites open to amateurs—one writer heads to New Mexico to pick up a trowel.

April 29, 2022 01:51 PM

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Mark Johanson

Art + Culture

The Art Lover’s Guide to Arizona

The Grand Canyon State is rich in artistic attractions, including world-class museums, lively festivals, and several Frank Lloyd Wright sites.

January 14, 2020 08:46 AM

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Nora Burba Trulsson

History + Culture

Following in the Footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien in Switzerland’s Mystical Lauterbrunnen Valley

From the Shire to Rivendell to the Misty Mountains, many locations in “The Lord of the Rings” were inspired by real landscapes.

September 16, 2022 01:08 PM

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Melanie Haiken

Roughly one percent of all flights are canceled in a normal day.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What Is a “Normal” Number of Flight Cancellations?

Even in normal times, airline cancellations happen more than travelers realize. Here’s what you need to know about managing (and avoiding) the chaos.

June 30, 2023 11:48 AM

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Bailey Berg

Winter Sports

A Family-Friendly Guide to Sun Valley and Ketchum

With laid-back restaurants, comfy hotels, and outdoor activities for toddlers to teens, south-central Idaho makes for the perfect family vacation.

January 15, 2020 10:35 AM

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Carl Pettit

Museums + Galleries

The World’s Largest Astronomy Museum Opens in Shanghai

The new museum is also one of China’s latest architectural wonders.

July 20, 2021 02:08 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A tent at Wilderness Mokete in Botswana surrounded by trees

Stay Here Next

This Is the Only Safari Camp for Miles in a Corner of Botswana—Here’s What It’s Like

Set deep within Botswana’s remote Mababe Depression, the new Wilderness Mokete offers exclusive access to some of the country’s most awe-inspiring wildlife spectacles.

December 12, 2024 11:37 AM

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Chris Schalkx

Destination Spotlight

Chicago’s Neighborhoods Not to Miss

Chicago has some 77 neighborhoods, and numerous more sub-neighborhoods, each with its own charm. Explore a handful for a real insight into the third largest U.S. city.

July 1, 2022 05:01 PM

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Ari Bendersky

Winter Sports

8 Epic Reasons to Visit Greater Fort Lauderdale

Blue-chip culture, award-winning dining, thrilling adventures, and more have helped this South Florida destination evolve into a lavish, next-level getaway.

Sponsored by Visit Lauderdale

Mashpi Ecological Reserve, Ecuador, Highlands, Cloud Forest

Sustainable Travel

Can A.I. Make Travel More Climate-Friendly?

Artificial intelligence is poised to help the travel industry reduce emissions and support conservation. But the technology comes with challenges.

August 23, 2024 09:36 AM

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Chloe Bergé

Cruise

7 Best Mediterranean Cruises for Every Type of Traveler

A sailing in the Mediterranean is awash with art, architecture, sun-kissed coastlines, and world-class cuisine.

September 23, 2022 08:05 PM

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Elissa Garay

Tips + News

How the Eruption on the Island of Hawaii Has Transformed Travel Opportunities

In 2018, Kilauea caused plenty of devastation—and also created new ways to experience the Big Island. Here’s how the local travel industry is tapping into the changed landscape.

September 2, 2019 09:53 AM

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Natasha Bourlin

Restaurants + Cafés

Grab the Perfect Slice at These 9 Best Spots for Pizza in New York City

Tuck into the best slices that the Big Apple has to offer at these superlative pizzerias.

December 12, 2018 03:26 PM

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Sean Flynn

View of Paris rooftops with Eiffel Tower in the background

Air Travel News

JetBlue Is Launching Flights to Paris from These U.S. Airports in 2023

The low-cost carrier is expanding its transatlantic service beyond London.

November 16, 2022 07:41 PM

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Michelle Baran

A ship anchored in the bay of a mountainous island in Indonesia

Cruise

This Remote Archipelago Has Become a Secret Hot Spot for Dreamy Island Cruises

It’s the perfect way to fully get off the grid.

November 8, 2024 12:21 PM

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Chris Dong

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