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Food & Drink

The Ultimate Checklist for Traveling Abroad

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Travel Tips & Advice

The 10 Best Warm Weather Winter Destinations in the US

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Destination Roundup

Oprah’s Favorite Things 2023: The 11 Best Gifts for Travelers

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The Worst Seats on a Plane (and How to Avoid Them)

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Booking Strategy

Unique Gift Ideas for Every Type of Traveler on Your List

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Fashion & Beauty

22 Amazing Waterproof Shoes

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Fashion & Beauty

The Best and Worst U.S. Airlines for Checked Bags

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5 Cool Travel Gadgets You Need for Your Next Trip

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Packing Lists & Tips

The Ultimate Packing List for Pets

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Packing Lists & Tips

Expert Tips

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Looking down the central aisle of an empty airplane — This Airline Will Let Passengers Pay to Have an Empty Seat Next to Them

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What Is Skiplagging, and Is It Legal?

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Travel Tips & Advice

SmarterTravel Spotlight: Las Torres Patagonia Hotel

SmarterTravel Spotlight: Las Torres Patagonia Hotel

SmarterTravel Spotlight: Rio Serrano Hotel & Spa

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6 Things You Should Never Bring on a Cruise

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Travel Tips & Advice

Travel Destinations

View from a North Rim lookout at the Grand Canyon during sunset — Planning a Trip to the Grand Canyon

Silhouettes of people in a crowded airport at sunset — The Best and Worst Airports in North America

Woman relaxing on a pier in front of a pool and palm trees — What to Pack for the Caribbean: 35 Essentials

The 23 Best Christmas Light Displays in the U.S.

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The 5 Creepiest Holiday Traditions in Europe

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The 10 Best Warm Weather Winter Destinations in the US

San Antonio River Walk at night

Destination Roundup

The 6 Best Places to Visit in December

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Travel Tips & Advice

Travel Gear

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Close up of person in yellow dress packing a suitcase — The 10 Best Expandable Suitcases

The Ultimate Solution for Nervous Flyers

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The 7 Best Sling Bags for Every Type of Traveler

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Fashion & Beauty

15 Tiny Travel Products to Help You Stay Healthy on Vacation

15 Tiny Travel Products to Help You Stay Healthy on Vacation

Health & Wellness

5 Embarrassing Travel Gadgets That Actually Work

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Travel Technology

Latest News

Amtrak train running on tracks over water — Amtrak Just Added More $5 Fares—Here’s How to Snag One

Commercial airplane — State Department Issues Worldwide Caution to Travelers

United Airlines Taxis in LAX — United Airlines Is Changing Its Boarding Process

The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Travel Deals

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Fashion & Beauty

This SOS Hotline Helps Stranded Holiday Travelers Book Hotels

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FTLO Travel Launches Phone-Free Group Trips

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7 Things You Need to Know About Duty-Free Shopping

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