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I’m not sure when we, as a society, decided we were too cool for air travel—how we became so blasé about being suspended over 30,000 feet in the air, soaring in this gravity-defying tube that will get us to any pin on the map in a matter of hours.

In Defense of Keeping Your Airplane Window Shade Up

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Last August, tarot reader and mindfulness coach Effie Kalaitzidis led a group of 20 clients out onto a Chicago hotel terrace to bask in the glow of the summer sunset.

Your Hotel Already Knows You're a Gemini

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I always receive glowing reviews from Airbnb hosts.

I Love Cleaning My Airbnb Before I Go Home

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It’s hard to imagine many human experiences that are more universal than wanderlust.

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From Santa Monica to DTLA, Los Angeles is home to a plethora of high-end hotels, most of which boast picturesque pool decks that are perfect for soaking up the SoCal sun.

You Don’t Need to Book a Room to Swim in These Stunning Hotel Pools in LA

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Respectfully, I do not care if you disagree, because I will perish on this hill.

Grocery Store Tourism Is Taking Off

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As the greatest athletes in the world begin to descend on Paris for the Summer 2024 Olympics, it appears not very many other people are doing the same—or at least not as many as were anticipated.

The Olympics Have Scared Tourists Away from Paris This Summer

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Another day, another viral TikTok trend to be tried, mocked, and abused.

Will You Be Rawdogging Your Next Flight? We Have Some Tips

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In case you haven’t heard, “European summer” is in full swing again this summer.

Maybe Just Skip This Year's 'European Summer' Travel Trend

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As an overpacker myself, I try not to be too judgemental about other people’s packing habits.

Why Are Men Packing so Many Shoes for Vacation?

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The travel landscape is vast, and there is a niche little pocket for every demand, from the most mainstream and popular ones to the quirkiest and lesser-known options.

Searches for Swinger Cruises Are Through the Roof Right Now

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Since September 2023, American viewers have spent nearly 33 billion minutes watching Bluey.

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In Defense of Keeping Your Airplane Window Shade Up

And you'd better believe we're taking pictures, too.

Your Hotel Already Knows You're a Gemini

To lure in new guests, hotels are increasingly turning to astrology. Why not embrace the trend?

I Love Cleaning My Airbnb Before I Go Home

It’s something I want—maybe even need—to do.

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You Don’t Need to Book a Room to Swim in These Stunning Hotel Pools in LA

These day passes grant access to luxury hotel pools and cabanas at a fraction of the price.

Grocery Store Tourism Is Taking Off

Going to the store in an unfamiliar land is suddenly the hot travel trend that's all over TikTok.

The Olympics Have Scared Tourists Away from Paris This Summer

The world’s stage isn’t going to be as much of a boon for certain industries as previously expected.

Will You Be Rawdogging Your Next Flight? We Have Some Tips

The art of taking a flight without any entertainment, food, drinks, or distraction, explained.

Maybe Just Skip This Year's 'European Summer' Travel Trend

Because sometimes, embracing your inner tourist isn't all that bad.

Why Are Men Packing so Many Shoes for Vacation?

We spoke with men who are bringing full sneaker rotations on their trips to get to the bottom of this.

Searches for Swinger Cruises Are Through the Roof Right Now

According to new data, interest in swinger cruises skyrocketed compared to last year.

‘Bluey’ Is Driving Big-Time Tourism to Australia

The popular children’s show has become a source of travel inspiration for families, and they are willing to make the trek to Queensland to experience Bluey’s World.