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What Happens to All the Food Waste on a 4,300-Passenger Cruise Ship?

Cruise writer Fran Golden headed into the belly of the recently launched “Sun Princess” to see how cruise ships are changing the way they process uneaten leftovers.

June 24, 2024 01:26 PM

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Fran Golden

Left: Airplane landing with a golden light of sunset; right: View of Madrid during the sunset

Air Travel News

Want to Fly Business Class to Europe for Less? Try This Airline You’ve Never Heard of

When crossing the pond to Europe, there are a wide range of airline options. But some fly a bit more under the radar, as it were.

January 26, 2026 09:08 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Longreads

The Quest to Save the Pink Apples of Italy

The pink apple’s history goes back at least to Ancient Rome—but its future is a little less certain.

June 28, 2022 12:07 PM

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Agostino Petroni

Hiking + Cycling

5 Urban Trails That Connect U.S. Cities to the Great Outdoors

You don’t have to get out of town to have rewarding encounters with nature. These green spaces offer ample opportunities to hike, walk, bike, glide or ride in the heart of the city.

July 16, 2021 06:38 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Winter Sports

Ski Into Spring at the Best Warm-Weather Skiing Spots

There’s still plenty of time to get your turns in before summer.

March 11, 2020 07:15 PM

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Matt Hansen

Travel Tales

Inside a Daring Giraffe Rescue in Kenya

Stranded giraffes. Resourceful conservationists. On a trip to Kenya, wildlife photographer Ami Vitale documented their dramatic tale.

June 4, 2021 09:34 AM

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Ami Vitale

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Meet the Natural Wine Rebels Transforming France’s Loire Valley

It may seem like nothing changes in the Loire Valley, where the grand châteaux and rolling vineyards have existed for centuries. But beneath that tranquility, a wine revolution is growing.

December 9, 2019 12:24 PM

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Emma John

A cowboy in action at Cheyenne Frontier Days

Outdoor Adventure

6 Things to Do in Cheyenne, Wyoming for a True Western Feel

Wyoming’s capital is home to rodeos, a vibrant art scene, and ranch-to-table dining.

Sponsored by Visit Cheyenne

Long, wide tunnel walkway at airport with blue and purple lighting and passengers, plus moving walkways on each side

Longreads

People Who Hate Airports Can’t See What Makes Them Magical

Airports are maddening. But they’re also magical, I think—even after getting stranded in one for eight hours.

December 11, 2025 11:02 AM

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Heather Radke

Art + Architecture

Some of the Most Epic Photos Are Now on Sale—For a Good Cause

100 percent of proceeds will be donated to Direct Relief, an organization that supports doctors and provides emergency medical supplies in more than 80 countries.

April 29, 2022 06:06 PM

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Mae Hamilton

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

Visovac Monastery sits on a small island surrounded by turquoise blue water and forested hills in the background

Air Travel News

The Exciting New International Flight Routes for 2026 Worth Planning a Trip Around

New and revived transatlantic and transpacific routes will give fliers more choices for international travel this year.

February 13, 2026 01:38 PM

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Barbara Peterson

History + Culture

These UNESCO Monuments Celebrate the Women of Ancient Egypt

Here’s where to venture beyond the pyramids and learn the legacies of powerful Egyptian queens and goddesses.

March 10, 2020 02:25 PM

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Gulnaz Khan

Thailand is just one of many countries that have long been a tourist destination, but now have huge wins in LGBTQ rights.

LGBTQ Travel

7 Countries That Are Getting Friendlier for LGBTQ Travelers

From the Caribbean to Africa, travel further for higher public opinion scores and legal wins for the LGBTQ community.

June 3, 2025 12:42 PM

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Todd Plummer

Journey to Italy’s Amalfi coast, where Positano’s warren of alleyways and lanes invite exploration.

International Beaches

10 Beautiful Beach Destinations That Offer a Side of Culture

There’s more to these locations than sand, sun, and surf.

August 15, 2022 07:07 PM

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Tanvi Chheda

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