A volcanic eruption in 2010 put the island nation on millions of travelers’ maps. But is the country’s culture now at risk?
Category: Travel and Vacations
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How to Go to Tahiti Without Spending a Fortune
Inexpensive airfare and a house swap made a last-minute family trip to French Polynesia an unexpected bargain, with funds left over for splurges.
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Can the Galápagos Adapt to Airbnb?
The islands that Charles Darwin made famous have become more accessible. Too accessible, say some residents and researchers, who fear nature is imperiled.
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How to Budget for a Splurge in an Uncertain Economy
In turbulent financial times, splurging on expensive vacations or fine dining may feel unwise. But with planning, people can still find ways to indulge.
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With Amex’s Platinum Refresh, an Even More Exclusive Card Emerges
The card, which will cost $895 a year, leans even further into lifestyle and travel benefits that are attractive to younger generations.
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Help! Aer Lingus Wouldn’t Let Me Fly Because of a Visa I Didn’t Need.
Workers at a U.S. airport incorrectly told a Ugandan she needed a transit visa to fly through Dublin, refusing to believe even the Irish government’s own website.
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A Surprise Awaited These Travelers at Check-In: The Hotel Was Closed
Several Manhattan hotels operated by LuxUrban abruptly closed without warning, leaving visitors from around the world scrambling for a place to stay.
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A Journey Into the Soul of Scotland’s Hebrides Islands
These remote and rocky islands off Scotland’s western coast offer visitors an ethereal beauty that goes perfectly with a splash of local whisky.
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As Marathons Become More Popular, Tour Companies Seize the Opportunity
As traveling to marathons becomes more popular, getting into races can be difficult. Tour companies offer runners an easier way — if they can afford it.
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Quebec’s Charlevoix Region: A Food Lover’s Route of Local Farms and Flavors
An agro-tourism route through the Charlevoix region offers a hyperlocal bounty, charming towns and farms that preserve traditional methods of production.
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7 Places to Take a Beach Getaway During Hurricane Season
Fall brings lower prices and fewer crowds, but more risk of hurricanes. Here are some spots to enjoy late-season sand and surf without so much uncertainty.
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Dan Brown’s 5 Favorite Places in Prague
The “mystical capital of Europe” serves as the backdrop for the author’s latest novel, “The Secret of Secrets.” Here are five spots that fire his imagination.