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Travel Tips + Etiquette
Holland Is Not the Same as the Netherlands—Here’s What the Name Really Means
Though the names were once used interchangeably, Holland was dropped from the official branding of the Netherlands in 2020. Here’s why they were never the same thing.
January 16, 2024 07:14 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
What’s the Difference Between Holland and the Netherlands?
Colorful Streets of little Havana in Miami with art on the walls
Where to Travel Next
4 Days in Miami: How to Spend the Perfect Long Weekend in the City
January 16, 2024 06:37 PM
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Terry Ward
Chase Sapphire airport lounge with blue seating and a curved mezzanine at LaGuardia Airport
Air Travel News
Chase Sapphire’s Newest Airport Lounge Opens at LaGuardia in New York
January 16, 2024 10:56 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
A cherry blossom tree full of pink blossoms.
In the Magazine
Celebrating the Quiet Beauty of Cherry Blossom Season in Japan
January 16, 2024 10:40 AM
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Latria Graham
Emirates airplane on the tarmac with a set of boarding steps drawn up to the plane's left side
Air Travel News
You’ll Never Board a Plane on the Right-Hand Side. Here’s Why.
January 16, 2024 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
Where to See Spring Tulips in Amsterdam
Where to Go in Spring
Where to See Spring Tulips in Amsterdam and the Netherlands
January 15, 2024 11:24 AM
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Chris Schalkx
Skyscrapers in Vancouver Canada
Trending News
These Are the Safest Countries and Cities in the World for Travelers
January 15, 2024 09:00 AM
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Meagan Drillinger
a room at the Four Seasons Napa Valley with the bed, a fireplace and windows looking out to the mountains
Health + Wellness
Why Do We Sleep Better at Hotels?
January 15, 2024 08:00 AM
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Victoria M. Walker
A mountain near Park City, Utah covered in snow
Weekend Getaways
Winter Is the Best Time to Visit Park City, Utah—Here’s What You Need To Know
January 13, 2024 12:17 PM
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Lisa Trottier
Family Beach Fire.jpg
Where to Travel Next
This Underrated Florida Island Is a Nature Lover’s Dream Destination
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Exterior of Uniworld' Ganges Voyager II vessel on the Ganges River at sunset
Cruise
This Is When You Should Book a Cruise to Score the Best Deals
January 12, 2024 07:30 PM
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Bailey Berg
Image of Istanbul as seen from the Bosphorus Strait
Trending News
Türkiye Drops Visa Requirement for Travelers From the U.S. and Canada
January 12, 2024 05:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
Western Uganda Safari Circuit
Outdoor Adventure
5 National Parks That Prove Why a Uganda Safari Is Special
January 12, 2024 03:54 PM
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James Sturz
An exterior view of a busy Parisian cafe.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Do You Tip in France? Sometimes—Here’s When and How Much to Give
January 12, 2024 02:28 PM
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Lily Heise
Shadowy model airplane on a flat surface
Air Travel News
After a Rocky Start to the Year, Experts Predict What’s Next for Air Travel in 2024
January 12, 2024 01:29 PM
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Barbara Peterson
Aerial view of train passing through famous mountain in Filisur, Switzerland
Trains
Europe’s Most Stunning Train Trips, From Switzerland to Scotland
January 12, 2024 12:23 PM
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Catherine Bennett
A band performing at Jack rose
Hotels
It’s Not Too Late to Book These Hotels in New Orleans for Mardi Gras
January 12, 2024 10:08 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Cody's Warren Street at dusk, with several motorcycles; parked cars line sides of street
Where to Travel Next
The Most Charming Small Town in Every U.S. State
January 12, 2024 09:01 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Guanacaste is a popular surf destination on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast, and Witch's Rock is one of the area's most famous spots.
Longreads
Joy and Wipeouts: A Widowed Mom Finds Healing on an 8-Foot Surfboard
January 12, 2024 08:00 AM
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Fernanda Santos
Aerial view of the city of Bucharest in Romania
Trending News
These Two Countries Will Soon Join the European Schengen Area—Here’s What It Will Mean for Travelers
January 11, 2024 07:30 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Where to Go in Spring
7 Surprisingly Great Places to Visit in the Spring
January 11, 2024 02:00 PM
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Mark Ellwood
Different foreign passports from many countries
Visas + Passports
The World’s Most Powerful Passports
January 11, 2024 01:00 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Bay in Antigua with sailing ships and sun setting over the horizon
Cruise
Right Now Is the Best Time for Cruise Deals—and We’ve Found the Dreamiest Ones
January 11, 2024 10:40 AM
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Michelle Baran
The exterior Story Parlor—a brick building with tall arched glass windows.
Art + Culture
Why This Asheville Venue Is a Must-See
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The bathtubs at Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape face the Balinese jungle.
Hotels We Love
The 15 Best Luxury Resorts in Bali and the Indonesian Islands
January 10, 2024 01:12 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
Person paddling out to the ocean on a surfboard
Islands
4 Beautiful Caribbean Islands Worth Visiting—No U.S. Passport Required
January 10, 2024 01:00 PM
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Mariette Williams
Milky Way and meteors in Zion National Park, Utah.
Astrotourism
Here’s When the Next Meteor Showers Will Light Up the Sky
January 10, 2024 10:52 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
A group of people smiling while stand-up paddleboarding on the French Broad River in Asheville
Water Sports
From Fishing to the Grateful Dead—Why Asheville’s French Broad River is a Must-Visit
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Overhead view of Castle Hot Springs mineral pools with one person swimming
Hotels
Feel Better Now: The Best U.S. Hot Springs Resorts for a Soothing Soak
January 09, 2024 03:14 PM
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Michelle Baran
7 Hacks for Tall Air Travelers
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Flying Is Hard for Tall Travelers. Use These 7 Tips to Make It More Comfortable
January 09, 2024 02:05 PM
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Mike Arnot
A person taking a picture if another person on a rock.
In the Magazine
Behind the Scenes: How We Chose the AFAR 2024 Where to Go List
January 09, 2024 01:43 PM
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Tim Chester
American Airlines Plane at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Loyalty + Rewards
American Airlines’ Loyalty Program Is Changing for the Better in 2024
January 09, 2024 11:34 AM
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Paul Rubio
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-9 Max plane
Air Travel News
Harrowing Alaska Airlines Incident Resurfaces Boeing 737 Max Concerns as Dozens of Planes Are Grounded
January 08, 2024 08:38 PM
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Barbara Peterson
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