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These 5 New Electric Camper Vans Are About to Revolutionize #Vanlife

Volkswagen and Winnebago join promising newer brand Grounded in the first batch of EV campers.

July 27, 2023 03:09 PM

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Elissa Garay

National Parks

Love It or Hate It, Sequoia National Park Is Getting Its First Cell Tower

A new cell tower disguised as a pine tree will soon join the skyline at Sequoia National Park.

April 23, 2019 06:54 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Tips + News

Marriott Is Launching Its Version of Airbnb

Loyalty members will be able to gain and use points at more than 2,000 vacation home rentals.

April 29, 2019 06:20 PM

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Michelle Baran

U.S. Beaches

Best U.S. Beaches for Beginning Surfers

Surf’s up: These laid-back beaches and friendly breaks are ideal for beginner surfers looking to learn the basics.

May 21, 2019 02:43 PM

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Deb Hopewell

Chef Dominique Crenn posing in an Air France first class cabin

Air Travel News

Air France Just Added Another Celebrity Chef to Its In-Flight Dining Program

Dominique Crenn, the first woman in the United States to earn three Michelin stars—for her restaurant Atelier Crenn in San Francisco—has created 12 signature dishes for the French carrier.

February 13, 2024 09:30 AM

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Blane Bachelor

man sleeping sitting upright on a couch with the support of a Pluto Pod travel pillow

AFAR Approved

The Best Travel Gear AFAR Editors Bought (and Loved) in 2023

Here’s how these holy grail travel products changed our lives this year.

December 28, 2023 06:57 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A person charging a Ford Mustang in front of a Hilton hotel

Hotels

Hilton and Tesla Are About to Supercharge the EV Road Trip—Here’s How

A new deal will bring a massive amount of new charging stations to hotels throughout North America.

September 8, 2023 08:00 AM

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Michelle Baran

U.S. Beaches

The Best Beaches in North Carolina

Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly spot to lay down your towel or an empty sand dune-fringed stretch for long walks, we’ve got you covered.

May 28, 2022 11:58 AM

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Staff

13 Unique Ice Cream Shops in the U.S. to Try This Summer

Food + Drink

20 Ice Cream Shops in the U.S. With Seriously Unique Flavors

These ice cream shops are anything but vanilla.

May 8, 2023 07:00 PM

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Alina Polishuk

Packing Tips + Gear

The 11 Best Travel Cameras

Whether you’re an amateur shutterbug or constantly honing your travel photography skills, these excellent options make finding the right camera for you a snap.

July 7, 2020 10:52 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Air Travel News

This Airline Is Launching Digital Bag Tags to Speed Up Check-In

Alaska Airlines plans to launch the program in late 2022.

July 22, 2022 11:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

The Influencer: Catherine Bailey, Creative Director

Cities We Love

What to Do in Northern California, According to Catherine Bailey of Heath Ceramics

The owner of the iconic ceramic brand shares her favorite places to eat, stay, and explore in Northern California.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

A Native Texan’s List of the 8 Best Barbecue Joints in the Lone Star State

Food + Drink

A Texan’s List of the 10 Best Barbecue Joints in the Lone Star State

The tea is sweet and the only salad we got here is potato, honey.

August 29, 2023 07:49 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Outdoor Adventure

Inspired Living Through Nature and Art at Palmetto Bluff

Full of vast landscapes, local culture, rich history, and outdoor activities, this Lowcountry retreat is better by design.

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