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Everyone Wants to Go to Antarctica. Here’s Why You Should Sail to This Fjord-Filled Subpolar Region Instead

Striking jagged peaks, impressive icebergs, and hiking through national parks for days—don’t sleep on this up-and-coming expedition cruise destination.

September 12, 2025 07:37 PM

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Stefanie Waldek

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Hiking + Cycling

This 81-Mile Bike-and-Train Loop in Southern France Is All About Gorges, Gîtes, and Farm Lunches

In the overlooked Cévennes region, a three-day route connects bike or e-bike trails with a train ride.

June 10, 2026 12:21 PM

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Erin Henk

The Centurion Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

Loyalty + Rewards

An Essential Guide to AmEx Centurion Lounges

Here’s everything you need to know about the signature airport lounge collection by American Express, including the full list of airports that have one and how to get in.

July 28, 2023 01:08 PM

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Paul Rubio

Trains

Vermont Restores Amtrak Service After Nearly 16-Month Hiatus

On July 19, you can take the Vermonter and the Ethan Allen Express within the state for just $1.

July 13, 2021 09:14 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

You Can Now Convert Your Southwest Travel Credits Into Points—at a Very High Rate

There are some pros and cons to converting the funds. Here’s how to know whether the switchover is right for you.

August 18, 2020 02:38 PM

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Michelle Baran

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Longreads

Off-Season in Thailand, Wonder Awaits

Most travelers avoid Thailand when the weather gets wet. But what if rainy season is actually the perfect time to visit?

October 3, 2022 11:57 AM

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Harrison Hill

Braille signage featured on an overhead compartment in a United plane

Air Travel News

United Just Became the First U.S. Carrier to Add This Helpful Signage in Its Airplanes

The airline will add Braille to designate seating and bathrooms across its fleet.

July 31, 2023 07:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Landscape with Cathedral La Seu at sunset time in Palma de Mallorca islands, Spain

Where to Go in Spring

Beyond Barcelona: This Spring’s Unmissable Spanish City

You won’t find this center of history, seaside cuisine, and design on the Iberian Peninsula.

February 8, 2023 08:34 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

David Barzelay of San Francisco's lauded Lazy Bear restaurant has created a dish made of a hashbrown with pickled relish and cured trout roe for United

Air Travel News

United’s Business Fliers Will Be Served Meals by the Stars of Netflix’s “Chef’s Table.” Here’s a Sneak Preview

The airline is making a huge push to upgrade the food service for its Polaris passengers.

June 12, 2026 05:18 PM

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Chris Dong

Air Travel News

New Aviation Regulations Could Mean Even Smaller Airplane Seats

As testing gets under way to determine whether aircraft seats are safe at their current dimensions, consumer advocates are worried seats could actually get more cramped as a result.

October 4, 2019 04:50 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cities We Love

Why You Should Visit Paris in the Winter

Even when it’s cold and rainy, Paris is still Paris—here’s how to make the most out of an off-season visit.

January 31, 2022 12:11 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Outdoor Adventure

9 Unique Ways to Visit Alaska This Summer

Many cruises may be on hold, but from train journeys to cycling trips, beautiful lodges to intimate expedition vessels, there are still ample ways to explore the Last Frontier this year.

April 30, 2021 03:36 PM

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Susan B. Barnes

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