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7 Places Where the Dollar Goes Farthest for Travelers

A strong dollar can stretch your travel imagination. We asked travel professionals where you should use that extra buying power.

May 16, 2024 04:03 PM

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Adam Wisniewski

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The Israel-Hamas war has affected tourism in neighboring Middle Eastern countries. Local tour operators and travel companies report on the current conditions on the ground.

May 15, 2024 06:17 PM

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Joel Balsam

U.S. Beaches

Why Your Next Beach Break Should be in Texas

Travel to the Lone Star State for an underrated coastal getaway.

May 15, 2024 06:16 PM

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Anna Mazurek

Sustainable Travel

Electric Boats Are Coming Sooner Than You Think

From Buenos Aires to Belfast to Bangkok, newly electrified ferries and tour boats (and even a few cruise ships) are changing the way we set sail.

May 14, 2024 05:31 PM

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Elissa Garay

Where to Travel Next

7 of the Best Outdoor Experiences in Toronto

Gardens, parks, islands, and cliffs mean you can enjoy nature when you visit this Canadian City.

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National Parks

A First-Timer’s Guide to Banff National Park

Banff National Park is full of rugged mountain peaks, emerald lakes, and vast glaciers. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of your time there.

May 13, 2024 06:49 PM

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Juliette Recompsat

Cruise

How Much Should You Tip on Cruise Ships?

Should you be ready to tip left and right? Can you simply provide one lump gratuity at the end of your sailing? These are the dos and don’ts of tipping on a cruise.

May 13, 2024 02:35 PM

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Fran Golden

Weekend Getaways

Your Perfect Weekend Getaway in Sonoma Wine Country

From breweries and tasting rooms to hotels and rooftop restaurants, the small Sonoma County town of Healdsburg is experiencing a spate of new and exciting openings.

May 10, 2024 01:48 PM

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Jessie Beck

Weekend Getaways

11 Easy, Drivable Weekend Getaway Ideas From San Francisco

Get away from the city with one of these close-by destinations throughout Northern and Central California.

May 09, 2024 03:50 PM

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Jessie Beck

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Health + Wellness

How Travel Can Heal Body Image

The uncertainties of travel can place extra stress on people who struggle with how they look. Here are a few ways to make travel joyful instead.

May 09, 2024 02:00 PM

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Jessica Zucker

U.S. Beaches

Skip the Coast This Summer and Go to One of These Beautiful Lake Beaches Instead

What could be more all-American than escaping your everyday routine and holing up in a cozy retreat by one of the country’s picturesque lakes?

May 09, 2024 01:06 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

A person standing in front of a Lawson convenience store in Fujikawaguchiko, Japan, with Mt Fuji rising in the background

The crackdown—including in Kyoto and Mount Fuji—comes amid growing concerns about overtourism.

May 08, 2024 07:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Grazing Moose on grass by Cook Inlet in Anchorage Alaska with city skyline across the water and mountains in the background

Cities We Love

9 Can’t-Miss Things to Do in Anchorage, Alaska

With salmon fishing (and eating), craft breweries, hiking trails, and a thriving local art scene, there’s a lot to love about Anchorage.

May 08, 2024 07:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Outdoor Adventure

Asheville Alfresco: The Best Places to Enjoy the Outdoors in This Vibrant North Carolina City

Where to hike, bike, plunge, and otherwise get outdoorsy in the Blue Ridge Mountains of this vibrant North Carolina city.

May 08, 2024 01:36 PM

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Erin McGrady

Road Trips

An Outdoor Lover’s Road Trip on the Oregon Coast

From crabbing to kayaking, Oregon’s stretch of 101 has nature, scenic beauty, and adventure in spades.

May 08, 2024 01:21 PM

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Ami Kealoha

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