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What Type of Mask Should You Wear When You Fly?
The airlines have differing policies, and not all of them are clear. Here's what we know—and what we recommend.
New Orleans to Require Proof of Vaccination for Restaurants, Casinos, More
With infections surging and Louisiana vaccination rates lagging, the mayor of New Orleans decided to move quickly to shore up public health protections, announcing on Friday that all…
Stay in the Home of Maker’s Mark Whiskey on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail
The Samuels family of Nelson County, Kentucky, traces its whiskey-making lineage back eight generations to an ancestral distiller who supplied liquid courage to the troops in George…
Ending Daily Hotel Room Cleaning Will "Cost Women of Color Billions," Group Warns
Largely overlooked in the nonstop circus of summer news headlines, a crucial workers' organization warned in June that the hotel industry's trend of scaling back daily housekeeping…
New Zealand Finally Has a Plan to Reopen Borders to International Travelers
While the rest of the world grapples with yet another coronavirus wave, this time brought on by the highly contagious Delta variant, life has pretty much returned to normal in New…
This New Expedition Cruise Explores the Islands of Lesser-Touristed West Africa
Hurtigruten, the long-running ship operator that cut its teeth on coastal Norwegian service before fanning out to expedition cruising worldwide, has just announced an upcoming cruise…
Bloody Brilliant! An English Dictionary for Americans Traveling in Britain
A smashing new book helps American travelers navigate British English without going barmy.
The Best Covid-19 Testing Method for International Travel? There Are Problems
If we've learned one thing about Covid-19, it's that not only is the virus constantly mutating, but so are the realities of life during this pandemic era. We've covered the tests…
If Your Bank Freezes Your Card, Here's How to Get Money from It Anyway
When a bank puts a fraud hold on an account, it can be a nightmare for travelers. But there's a way to withdraw cash despite a frozen card.
The Sightseeing Train to the Spectacular Summit of Pikes Peak Is Back on Track
After a nearly four-year-long closure for renovations, the historic sightseeing railway that climbs Pikes Peak in Colorado is once again taking tourists to the same view that inspired…
New Analysis Shows Most Popular Cocktails in All 50 U.S. States (and Across the World)
Americans drank a lot at the height of the pandemic. That's no secret. But what kinds of drinks shifted dramatically, with hard liquor sales growing far more than beer or wine sales,…
The Prices for Disney's New Star Wars Hotel Are Out of This World
Disney’s groundbreaking Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel sounds like the coolest idea in hotels since pillows. Starting next spring, the new luxury hotel, which was recently…
Hikers Can Now Explore California’s Epic, Unfinished Bay Area Ridge Trail
If all goes as planned, California's ambitious Bay Area Ridge Trail will some day give hikers, bicyclists, and horseback riders an unbroken, 550-mile multiuse path along the hills and…
Havana Blues: Photo Book Celebrates Cuba’s Vibrant Capital
Visiting Cuba remains a complicated endeavor for U.S. travelers, owing to the six decades of strained relations between the two countries. But a new coffee-table book from luxury…
3 Ways Disney's New Paid FastPass System Is Problematic
Update, August 24, 2021: After this story was published, Disney expanded paid FastPass to its theme parks in the United States. For coverage, read Disney Officially Kills FastPass,…
What to Do About Canceled Flights in This Summer of Airline Meltdowns
When American Airlines went through a rocky period early in June, when it canceled 10% of its flights during a fraught Father's Day weekend, I warned that the company's problems would…
Where to Watch the Perseid Meteor Shower in the U.S.
The annual Perseid meteor shower peaks in mid-August in the Northern Hemishere. Here's how to see the show in the United States.
New York City's Pro-Vaccine Rules Could Make It the Favored Destination for Many
[Updated August 3: New York City will now require proof of vaccine to dine inside a restaurant or go to a gym or stadium. Complete details here.]In the last week or so, New York City's…
34 Natural and Cultural Wonders Added to UNESCO World Heritage List
Europe's historic spa towns, a railway that crosses two Iranian mountain ranges, a prehistoric Peruvian calendar, an Indian temple, a French lighthouse, and a collection of Arabian…
9 Ghost Towns to Explore During Road Trips Through the American West
To the triumphalist tale of America’s westward expansion, ghost towns offer a chilly rejoinder: Sometimes things don’t work out. The gold mine runs out of gold, the train begins…
Which Countries Allow Visitors Who Have Been Vaccinated?
Country by country, these places are open to travelers who have been vaccinated against Covid-19—but watch out for other restrictions and requirements.
Scam Alert: Passport Processing Swindles Are Booming
We've been warning you about the immense backlog of passport applications facing the U.S. State Department—up to two million people are now reportedly waiting for processing. It…
Delta Air Lines Battles Call Wait Times by Easing Basic Economy Rules
If you've had to call an airline's customer service number in 2021, then you already know: Wait times are extreme. In fact, you might still be on hold right now. For a lot of messy…
Miss Mrs. Maisel? Tour the Show’s NYC Locations in a Vintage Studebaker
The Covid-19 pandemic delayed season 4 of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, but the hit Amazon Prime series is definitely returning. Star Rachel Brosnahan announced on Instagram earlier this…
New Covid Testing Kits Can Be Packed and Used to Reenter the U.S.
The United States still requires everyone who enters to produce a negative Covid-19 test result that's no older than 72 hours. The rule applies even if you're vaccinated, and the…