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The exterior of Smash Records next to other colorful buildings in the Adams Morgan neighborhood of Washington, D.C.

The 6 Best Vinyl Shops in Washington D.C.

Plus, what to buy, where to eat and stay, and what to do in the nation’s capital.

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No Mask While Traveling? You Could Be Fined up to $1,500

TSA says violators of the Biden administration’s new public transportation mask mandate could be issued penalties of between $250 and $1,500 for refusing to comply.

February 5, 2021 07:12 PM

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Michelle Baran

September / October 2021

Close Encounters of the “Exotic” Kind

One writer wrestles with the ethics of visiting endangered cultures—and reflects on her own experience as an “other.”

August 23, 2021 01:11 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Find out why the Caymans are called the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean.

History + Culture

Come Hungry to the Cayman Islands—This Island Paradise Is a Food Lover’s Dream

Spicy lionfish tacos, rich goat curry, and creamy coconut rundown are among the bold island flavors you must sample.

September 19, 2022 10:55 AM

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India-Jayne Trainor

aerial photo of several entrees of food on different shaped white plates. The entrees include salmon toast, a green soup, a roasted vegetable dish and dips for Korean Air inflight meals

Air Travel News

The Surprising, Painstaking Process of Making Your Airplane Meal

Whether the final result is burgers, bibimbap, or tea-smoked soy chicken, airlines spend years developing in-flight menus. The process is both a science and an art.

May 22, 2025 03:22 PM

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Chris Dong

History + Culture

Inside Tokyo’s Buddhist Temple Devoted to “Lucky” Cats

Located in the Setagaya district, Tokyo’s Gotokuji Temple honors “maneki-neko”—a feline figurine that symbolizes good fortune, according to Japanese legend.

July 10, 2019 04:47 PM

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Sarah Buder

East Entrance to Yellowstone National Park, Cody - Wyoming - USA

Outdoor Adventure

4 Best Wyoming Mountain Towns to Visit for National Park and Wild West Adventures

These big little cities and frontier towns are great bases for exploring Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks.

May 1, 2026 07:42 AM

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Anna Fiorentino

PARIS, FRANCE, on JULY 6, 2016. Saint Martin channel (fr. canal Saint-Martin). Embankments and their reflection in water

Cities We Love

5 Trés Local Neighborhoods That Will Make You Feel Like a Paris Insider

If you’ve already been to the Latin Quarter and Saint Germain-des-Prés, consider exploring these other parts of the city on your next trip to Paris.

April 17, 2026 03:40 PM

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Sara Lieberman

A guest room at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab in Dubai with a view of its sister property, Burj Al Arab

Stay Here Next

Dubai Adds Another Eye-Popping Hotel to Its Skyline, and It’s a Superyacht-Inspired Beach Retreat

With dazzling views, sophisticated restaurants, and warm service, the beachside Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab brings calm luxury to a city that does everything big.

May 15, 2025 03:55 PM

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Nicola Chilton

The Congregation is a laid-back café housed in a former church in Detroit’s Boston-Edison Historic District.

Restaurants + Cafés

The Essential Detroit Travel Guide for Foodies

Try these spots recommended by a local chef, from an authentic French bakery to an East African–inspired lunch joint.

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