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Books

A Bookish Tour Across America

Travel the United States—from California to Florida—through these essential novels, memoirs, and mysteries.

October 2, 2020 12:21 PM

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Staff

A collection of colorful hanging lanterns at the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul

Longreads

Souvenirs Are a Sham. So Why Do We Keep Buying Them?

Why do we feel the need to collect mementos—including the good, the bad, and the ugly—out on the road?

August 21, 2024 09:12 AM

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Michelle Baran

Road Trips

The Perfect Road Trip on the King of Trails Scenic Byway

Discover breathtaking nature, charming small towns, and even some great art on this route through western Minnesota.

September 28, 2021 05:25 PM

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Cinnamon Janzer

Family Travel

9 Last-Minute Summer Family Getaways in the U.S.

Fall is around the corner, but there’s still time to take the kids somewhere special.

July 29, 2021 05:20 PM

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Tanvi Chheda

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Rewards Credit Cards for International Travel

Look for a credit card that waives foreign transaction fees and covers the cost of Global Entry.

December 15, 2020 03:05 PM

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Eric Rosen

Road Trips

Road-Trip Through California’s Asian American Women’s History

Follow the legacy of Hollywood stars, activists, and pioneers who fought racism from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

March 8, 2022 03:31 PM

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Kaila Yu

Art + Culture

Largest Yayoi Kusama Exhibit Ever Opens in New York City

The “Princess of Polka Dots” unveils new paintings, sculptures, and one of her signature Infinity Mirror Rooms.

May 11, 2023 03:37 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Art + Architecture

The 8 Most Iconic Art Deco Buildings in Miami

Immerse yourself in all the architectural glamour of Old Florida—pastel colors, neon, and window “eyebrows” all included.

May 30, 2022 11:09 AM

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Mae Hamilton

A horse and carriage and a camel in front of one of the pyramids of Giza in Egypt

The Israel-Hamas war has affected tourism in neighboring Middle Eastern countries. Local tour operators and travel companies report on the current conditions on the ground.

May 15, 2024 06:17 PM

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Joel Balsam

Tips + News

Miami Beach Votes to Extend Spring Break Curfew Into April

The curfew could run through April 12, essentially shutting down spring break.

March 24, 2021 05:53 PM

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Kelli Kennedy

Tips + News

Brazil Eliminates Visa Requirements for U.S. Travelers

From June 17 onward, visitors from Canada, Australia, and Japan also no longer need visas to enter the South American country.

June 17, 2019 11:30 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Basalt, USA - July 14, 2019: Electric vehicle charging station at parking lot space near farmers market with nobody during summer

Travel for Good

We Don’t Have to Travel Less to Save the Planet

We just have to travel smarter. The travel industry needs to unite for a greener future.

September 26, 2022 01:39 PM

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Tori Emerson Barnes

Road Trips

How to Plan the Perfect Road Trip

Figuring out road trip logistics can get overwhelming—unless you have the right plan in place.

October 5, 2021 06:50 PM

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Jessie Beck

Man standing up to knees in natural quicksand river. He is wearing a bathing suit and the mud is all around.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Quicksand Is a Real Thing. Here’s What You Need to Know.

When a Maine beachgoer recently got trapped in quicksand, the internet panicked. It’s real? Yes, it is. Here’s what you need to know about the storied phenomenon.

June 18, 2024 08:57 AM

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Nathalie Alonso

Chicago, Illinois - United States - December 24th, 2024: Downtown mural “Muddy Waters Mural” by artist Eduardo Kobra in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

History + Culture

The Movie Sinners Is a Love Letter to Chicago Blues—Here Are 6 Places to Experience It Yourself

Blues music came from Mississippi to Chicago during the Great Migration, as praised in the new Michael B. Jordan film and throughout the city today.

July 10, 2025 02:34 PM

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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates

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