Travel
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Avoiding Altitude Sickness: How to Enjoy the Mountains Safely
At last, you’ve arrived in Cuzco, Peru — you’re ready for your dream trek to Machu Picchu. There’s just one…
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Glamping With the Stars
As I exited Harry Reid International Airport on a bright March afternoon, my hand flew up to protect my eyes,…
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Are Disposable Hotel Slippers the Next Plastic Straws?
Slippers supplied by hotels — flimsy models usually made of plastic and fabric — are the next single-use item in…
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Help! Megabus Canceled My Trip But Won’t Refund the Booking Fee.
A traveler spent $53.98 to reserve a bus ride from Philadelphia to Boston. But the company canceled the trip and…
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Automatic Refunds and No More Hidden Fees: D.O.T. Sets New Rules for Airlines
The Transportation Department issued new requirements on refunds when flights are canceled or delayed and on revealing “junk” fees before…
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What to Know Before Booking a National Park Trip This Summer
Additional routes in popular parks now require reservations, the annual pass gets a big change, Juneteenth is now a new…
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A Remote Island Draws Thousands of Turtles Each Year. Could It Attract Tourists?
Green sea turtles swim hundreds of miles to nest on a spectacular West African archipelago. Getting there is quite a…
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How to Fly Your Kid Solo, Free of Stress
For many parents and guardians, putting a child on a flight alone may seem terrifying. Belligerent passengers, delays, turbulence: All…
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Sober Travelers Find Something to Savor in Wine Country
Mocktail trails, olive oil tours and elevated dining experiences are among the many ways the renowned wine-producing areas of Sonoma,…
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Beyond Pizza and Yale: What to See, Eat and Do in New Haven
Though the academic scene continues to imbue this coastal Connecticut city with a certain gravitas, surrounding neighborhoods are showing off…