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Is Zero-Waste Travel Actually Even Possible?

Travelers today are more conscious of their environmental footprint, even if it often seems abstract. But what about the trail of waste travelers create?

April 19, 2024 09:55 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

An Indigenous American dishes on a table made fresh vegetables and toppings, saserved at Owamni restaurant in Minnesota.

Food + Drink

This State’s Food Scene Is Gaining National Attention

Minnesota’s food scene is thriving, with award-winning restaurants and diverse culinary influences from all around the world.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

Solo Travel

The “Guardians” Helping Keep Women Travelers Safe

Through crowdsourcing, the SafeUp app is helping solo travelers feel more comfortable all over the world.

January 6, 2022 02:33 PM

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Flora Tsapovsky

Where to Travel Next

The World Cup Is Coming to Toronto and Vancouver—Here’s How to Plan Your Trip

A Canadian game plan for prematch bites, sports bars, and how to make the most of the cities before and after the final whistle blows.

March 26, 2026 04:07 PM

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Joel Balsam

Museums + Galleries

Egypt Parades Royal Mummies to New Museum

In a show of Pharaonic heritage, Egypt held a massive parade to move 22 royal mummies to the newly opened National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Cairo.

April 5, 2021 12:50 PM

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Samy Magdy

Hotels

Is This the Future of Luxury Hotels? This Hotel CEO Weighs In

The luxury hotel industry is changing fast. The Langham Hospitality Group CEO Bob van den Oord discusses how his brand is adapting—and what the future holds for high-end travel.

March 7, 2025 11:49 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Borgo Santandrea's pastries and croissants, and a view from the terrace.

Hotels

The Breakfast Test: Why the Morning Meal Is the Most Revealing Way to Judge a Luxury Hotel

Around the world, breakfast is emerging as the moment when a luxury hotel’s ambition—and its core values—become most visible.

November 21, 2025 06:37 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Food + Drink

15 Essential Foods to Try in Rome—and Where to Find Them

Carbonara and cacio e pepe may be famous around the world, but there are lots of other fantastic dishes to try when in Rome.

November 20, 2025 12:09 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Water Sports

Great Water Shoes That Are Actually Stylish

Protect your feet while looking good on your seaside adventures this summer in these chic, water-friendly styles for men, women, and kids.

July 24, 2019 06:59 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

The seating area at Capital One Landing with booth tables, a luggage storage area, dynamic lighting fixture, and windows with views of the airport exterior

Air Travel News

Chef José Andrés Is Serving Up Irresistible Spanish Cuisine at This New Airport Lounge Concept

The renowned chef is overseeing a menu steeped in recipes from his homeland for Capital One Landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

November 19, 2024 07:55 PM

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Bailey Berg

COVID + Travel

Do You Need a COVID Test to Fly to Mexico?

Mexico has been famously loose when it comes to travel restrictions, but there are still many factors to consider before crossing the border.

January 3, 2022 02:28 PM

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Caitlin Morton

Hotels

10 Luxury Resorts in the U.S. the Whole Family Will Love

From curated eco-adventures to game nights and child-sized robes, these hotels are designed for every member of your family.

Sponsored by AFAR Partners

Air Travel News

7 New Perks Make Flight Delays More Bearable at U.S. Airports

Traveling over Labor Day? Fun new amenities at major hubs make it easier to kill time before, or between, your flights this busy holiday weekend.

August 31, 2017 06:05 PM

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Harriet Baskas

Where to Travel Next

My Favorite Wellness Travel Tip? Take Your Kids. Really.

Spas, saunas, and hot springs that welcome kids offer the opportunity to rethink what the wellness experience actually is—and who it is for.

January 23, 2026 12:03 PM

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Michelle Baran

Tips + News

Wildfires Are Raging in Alaska: Here’s What Travelers Need to Know

The fires burning on the Kenai Peninsula and in the Mat-Su Valley are having an impact on visitors to Southcentral Alaska. Get the facts.

August 26, 2019 04:04 PM

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Jenna Schnuer

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