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Discover Paradise with UnCruise: 3 Itineraries for the Ultimate Tropical Getaway

From jungle hikes to swimming alongside manta rays, UnCruise Adventures has an itinerary for every type of active traveler.

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COVID + Travel

Haven’t Booked Spring Break Travel Yet? It’s Not Too Late With These Tips

Demand for spring break 2022 is high, but travel advisors say there are still plenty of vacation opportunities, provided you’re willing to be flexible.

February 18, 2022 07:28 PM

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Bailey Berg

the interior of El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore in Buenos Aires. The store is in an old theater and you can see the stage, red curtains, and all the balconies where the seats used to be. The floor is lined with bookcases.

Cities We Love

5 Reasons to Go to Buenos Aires That Aren’t Steak and Wine

Argentina’s capital city has something for everyone. But these five are a little less expected than the usuals.

July 26, 2024 09:02 AM

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Billie Cohen

Hotels

Istanbul Is Open to Travelers—and There Are Several New Hotels to Check Into

The new additions include some familiar brands as well as some homegrown boutique options.

March 10, 2023 01:43 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

The coin-sized tracking devices contain small enough amounts of lithium to be travel safe, according to the FAA.

Travelers will no longer need to have a predeparture COVID test or a vaccine pass to enter Hong Kong.

December 28, 2022 12:44 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Air Travel News

You’ll Soon Be Able to Use Mobile Passport in Puerto Rico

Unlike Global Entry, Mobile Passport is completely free.

August 16, 2019 02:46 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Beaches

20 of the Best Beaches—and Beach Resorts—in Costa Rica

With two distinctly different coasts and hundreds of beaches, this Central American country has a lot to offer for seaside adventures.

July 11, 2025 02:13 PM

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Jessie Beck

Cape Town, South Africa, City, Buildings, Table Mountain

Where to Go in Fall

10 Best Places to Travel in November

November is for late harvest festivals and early holiday markets.

September 29, 2025 01:46 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Botánika Osa Peninsula sits within the Osa Peninsula's rainforest.

Stay Here Next

Stay Here Next: Botánika Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica

Located on the green Osa Peninsula, this resort offers a comfortable base for nature-filled adventures.

February 16, 2023 11:16 PM

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Jessie Beck

Anantara Lowana Koh Samui Resort’s Singing Bird Lounge, an outdoor lounge space dotted with thatched roof cabanas

The hit HBO series’ third season has scenes shot in Koh Samui and Bangkok. Here’s an in-depth look at the Thailand resorts and destinations featured.

February 14, 2025 06:45 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Hotels

The Best Hotels in Martinique for a Truly Local Stay

Experience Martinique’s beautiful setting and Creole culture at these unique accommodations.

March 30, 2022 07:35 PM

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Dana Givens

The riads at the Royal Mansour in Marrakech are a showcase of Moroccan craftsmanship.

Hotels

How to Book a Riad if You’re Heading to Morocco

An insider’s guide to the riads of Morocco—and whether they’re right for you.

August 23, 2023 12:19 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Vineta Hotel's white exterior with palm trees

Hotel News + Openings

A Historic Palm Beach Hotel Reopens with Art Deco Details, Mediterranean Dining, and Open-Air Beach Cruisers

The Vineta Hotel, now part of Oetker Hotels, revives a 1926 landmark, with fewer rooms, Mediterranean dining, and updated design.

March 23, 2026 10:32 AM

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Matt Meltzer

Air Travel News

Qantas Reignites Plans for Nonstop Flights From New York to Sydney

Australia’s national carrier has put in an order for 12 Airbus A350s, which will allow for the world’s longest nonstop flights to take off from New York and London to Australia.

May 4, 2022 06:47 PM

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Michelle Baran

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