Travel

I pushed myself to talk to strangers every day in a foreign city. It went so well that I brought the habit home.

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I spent $600 to stay at Ocean Casino Resort, Atlantic City's sleekest hotel. It's proof that the beach town wants to change its image.

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A table, sofa, and chair in a hotel room backed by floor-to-ceiling windows and a Juliette balcony facing Niagara Falls

I paid $1,000 to sleep in a hotel room facing Niagara Falls for 2 nights. It was totally worth it.

I booked a room at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel in Ontario, Canada. For $500 a night, I had a front-row view of Niagara Falls and nightly fireworks.

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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez got married in Venice in June 2025.

See the largest yachts owned by tech billionaires, from Sergey Brin's new Dragonfly to Jeff Bezos's Koru

When it comes to superyachts, the bigger the better. These are the largest yachts owned by tech billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg.

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Author Amanda Adler smiling in venice canal with sunglasses on

I flew from Florida to Italy for $260 using budget airlines. My first flight was cheap, but my experience felt anything but.

Using cheap budget airlines easyJet and Norse Atlantic, I flew from Orlando, Florida to Venice, Italy, for under $300. Norse especially impressed me.

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I have 24 food allergies and have visited over 30 countries. A few rules have helped me enjoy meals safely while abroad.

I travel to many new countries with serious food allergies. I follow rules like translating allergens or researching local cuisine to avoid reactions.

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A side-by-side of a selfie of a woman in a seat and an Amtrak train.

I took a $249 round-trip Amtrak from New York City to Rochester. Here are 9 things that surprised me.

I booked a round-trip Amtrak ticket from NYC to Rochester. The food was surprisingly good, and I didn't expect to prefer coach over business class.

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CEO Brian Chesky says Airbnb is going to become an AI-first app with agents that can book trips for you

CEO Brian Chesky said Airbnb started with customer service but that the app's AI agents will soon be able to search and book your travel.

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I spent a year traveling around Europe to find where I wanted to live. After several misses, I've settled into my dream city.

I traveled around Europe for a year to find the best European city to live in. I visited lots of places before settling in the perfect spot.

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A collection of seven toiletry or travel pouches laid out on a folded towel over a dark wooden surface. The bags vary in size, color, and material. From top left to bottom right, they include: a cream-colored pouch, a black rectangular pouch, a blue Osprey-branded pouch, a gray pouch, a bright blue pouch with REI branding, a reddish-brown pouch with a white hand graphic on a black patch, and a navy pouch.

The best toiletry bags and dopp kits for travel

We tested 10 dopp kits to find the best toiletry bags for every type of traveler, including hanging, budget, and ultralight options.

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A group of four Eskimos smiling for a group photograph in Alaska, 1955

22 vintage photos of Alaska from before it became a state

Alaska is still mostly uninhabited, making it the last true frontier in the US.

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A composite image of a home on a hill surrounded by trees, and Holly, her husband, and two daughters sitting on a beach.

My family rents the same beach house every summer. We never feel like we're missing out by not going somewhere new.

We vacation in the same rental home on the Oregon coast every year. Staying in the Airbnb each summer has become our favorite family tradition.

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West Beach at Indiana Dunes National Park.

I visited a national park in the Midwest that felt like a coastal getaway — even though it's near a major city

I took a trip to Indiana Dunes National Park, a hidden gem in the Midwest. From singing sands to great hiking trails, I enjoyed my visit to the park.

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The author posing in London with the London Eye in the background.

After traveling the world, I moved back in with my parents. It shattered my ego, but I've learned to look at success differently.

I traveled the world for six months, then moved back in with my parents. The transition was difficult, but I've learned to view success differently.

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woman stand in front of topa mountain winery welcome sign

I moved from Chicago to Los Angeles in my late 60s, hoping for a fresh start. I found it hard to make friends and felt out of place.

Julia Bailey moved to Los Angeles but the food scene and culture left her feeling homesick for friends and deep dish pizza.

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The US seized a Russian oligarch's 348-foot, $325 million superyacht — and now it's up for grabs

The six-deck, 348-foot-long superyacht was made in 2017 and seized by the US government in 2022.

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See inside a 56-room, Venetian-inspired mansion in Florida that the Ringling circus family built a century ago

Circus magnate John Ringling and his wife completed Ca' d'Zan in Sarasota, Florida, in 1926. It cost $27 million in today's money to build.

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A composite image of Jane taking a selfie on an outdoor ferry deck, and a ferry pulling into the port.

I love taking my car on a ferry from Delaware to New Jersey. It turns a boring drive into a scenic day trip.

I took my car on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry from Delaware to New Jersey. It didn't save me any time, but it turned my boring drive into a fun day trip.

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I was born and raised in Toronto. Here are the 8 mistakes I always see tourists make when they visit.

I see first-time visitors to Toronto, Canada, repeat a lot of the same mistakes, like only visiting in summer and missing out on seasonal events.

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A composite image with cutouts of hosts Joe Avella and David McDaniel in the lower right corner reacting to a full English breakfast plate on the left

The best food at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, according to a travel agent and an LA local

"Food Wars" host Joe Avella visits Universal Studios Hollywood with David McDaniel to find the best food at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

A composite image of Chloe posing in a bathing suit in front of a waterfall, and crowds of tourists in the same spot.

I've been to over 20 countries. These 4 popular bucket-list items weren't as glamorous in real life as they looked on social media.

In my opinion, seeing the northern lights and visiting Hollywood Boulevard are two travel experiences that looked better online than in real life.

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The author and her mom at a pub in London

My sister and I took my mom to London for her 70th birthday. It reminded me of our childhood trips together.

My sister and I just went to London with our mom for her 70th birthday. We had a relaxed itinerary and Mom made friends everywhere.

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I used to travel without much planning. Having kids made me change the way we take vacations.

Before having kids I used to not plan a lot when it came to my trips. They have taught me to slow down and to seek out local life in I way I never did.

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I upgraded to premium economy on an 8-hour Norse Airlines flight. It surpassed my expectations in so many ways.

I upgraded to premium economy on a transatlantic Norse Airlines flight. It was comfy with perks, but I'm not committing loyalty to the airline yet.

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Backlash to Delta's AI pricing shows the tightrope companies walk when it comes to AI

When Delta said it was ramping up AI-powered ticket pricing, backlash was swift. It showed a common problem facing companies in the age of AI.

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My mom and I have been taking the same summer vacation for 30 years. It's relaxing and cost-efficient.

I've gone on the same summer vacation with my mom since 1995. It's budget-friendly, low-stress, and now, my kids come, too.

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The author poses in a polo with a tote bag at a view point of the city from the top of Montreal

I'm a New Yorker who went to Montreal for the first time, and 5 things surprised me

In only 24 hours in Montreal, Quebec, in Canada, I hiked through Mount Royal, strolled the Underground City, and tried poutine.

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India grows 80% of the world's turmeric. So why are farmers struggling?

India has known turmeric is healthy for millennia. The West is finally catching on. So why can't Indian farmers who grow the world's supply profit?

A wide shot of the author sitting at Raw Love Café with a drink.

I'm an American living in Mexico. I love it, but that doesn't mean every day is perfect.

I'm an American who moved to Tulum, Mexico. Despite some challenges, the lower cost of living and more peaceful lifestyle make it worth it.

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I traveled long-distance on Amtrak for the first time. These 10 things surprised me.

During a trip from Miami to Tampa, I learned that traveling by Amtrak isn't much cheaper or faster than driving or flying.

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Kate stands in front of a window at the airport with a carry-on suitcase.

I paid for a United Economy Plus subscription that gets me a year of upgrades. It's worth it for more than just the extra legroom.

I bought the United Economy Plus subscription and found it comes with lots of perks, like extra legroom. As a frequent flyer, it's worth the money.

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Large pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs at Royal Sonesta Kauai

I stayed at a resort with one of the largest pools in Hawaii. Its other amenities were so good that I barely swam in it.

I stayed at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort because it says it has the largest pool in Hawaii. I barely swam because the other amenities were so good.

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Author Lola Méndez smiling in front of green-covered pyramid structure

I planned a dream vacation for me and my partner — then we broke up and canceled the trip. Years later, I took it solo.

After planning a whole trip to El Salvador with my partner, we broke up. Two years later, I went by myself and loved the flexibility of solo travel.

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The author's back is to the camera as she looks out to the Golden Gate Bridge. She's wearing biking gear.

I got a job in California so I could live closer to my partner. We split up, and I still wonder if moving was the right choice.

I moved from California to Michigan and dated my partner long-distance. I decided to move back to be with him even though I knew he wasn't the one.

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Melissa Noble visiting Paro Taktsang in Bhutan

I enjoyed my first organized tour of a country, but I wouldn't book another until I'm much older

Although my first organized tour with a local guide in Bhutan was mostly great, the cons made me realize I wouldn't do it again until I'm older.

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I visited 'the best beach in the US.' It transported me to the Caribbean coast where I grew up.

Siesta Key Beach, a white-sand beach located on Florida's Gulf Coast, has been ranked as the US' top beach and one of the best in the world.

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Norse Atlantic Ariways in-flight meal and empty seats

I flew on the budget airline Norse Atlantic for the first time. Here are 3 things I wish I'd known before the 13-hour flight.

Norse Atlantic Airways offers supercheap flights from the US to major European cities like London, Paris, and Rome. The trip was worth the price.

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A crowded pool deck on a colorful cruise ship

Disappointing photos show what it's actually like to go on a cruise

I expected my first cruise to be relaxing, but I found the ship to be too crowded, the lines too long, and the tour buses too hot.

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author at gordon ramsay steak and steak from knife and fork inn

I compared dinner for 2 at Gordon Ramsay's steakhouse chain and a 113-year-old steakhouse. One was much better value.

I had dinner for two at Gordon Ramsay Steak and a historic 113-year-old steakhouse in Atlantic City. The older restaurant was the better value.

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Aerial view of Paris, with several brown and gray buildings, and the Eiffel Tower standing above the city

I've been to Paris a dozen times. Skip tourist hot spots like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre and do these 7 things instead.

The Montparnasse Tower and Les Catacombes are some of the best places to go in Paris after hitting the touristy spots, a frequent traveler says.

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I toured the train car presidents used for travel before Air Force One. Climb aboard the 'White House on wheels.'

The Ferdinand Magellan, an armored train car, was used by US presidents before Air Force One. It has bulletproof glass and multiple guest rooms.

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A beach with deep-blue water next to a pathway surrounded by palm trees and greenery and houses and mountains in the background.

I've been to 30 tropical islands. From Bora Bora to Barbados, here are the 5 I'd definitely visit again.

After visiting 30 tropical islands, some of my favorites have been Bora Bora, St. Barts, Curaçao, Barbados, and St. Martin.

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I've stayed at all of Disney World's priciest resorts — only one's worth it for its easy park access and great amenities

After staying at all of Disney World's nicest deluxe resorts, only Riviera Resort feels worth the price for its rooms, park access, and restaurants.

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Roof huts and palm trees swaying in the wind, with a hotel in the background in Aruba.

I spent a week in the Caribbean. There are 5 items I'm glad I brought, and 3 I wish I'd packed.

I spent a week in Aruba and was glad I brought things like a pool float and a Bluetooth speaker. However, I regretted not bringing water shoes.

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Latifah posing on a edge walk in toronto canada

I've been to bachelorette parties in spots from Hawaii to Las Vegas, but a Canadian city has been the best destination so far

I've been to bachelorette parties around the world, but I was blown away by how fun the event was in Toronto, Canada. Here's what to do on there.

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I'm a Disney World fan who went to Dollywood for the first time. It was cheaper, less crowded, and exceeded my expectations.

I've been to Disney countless times, but Dollywood surprisingly charmed me. I saved money, there were fewer crowds, and the park seemed friendlier.

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