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Category: Travel and Vacations
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New Hotels in New York That Revive the Romance of the Gilded Age
Landscaped terraces, vintage cocktail bars and plush screening rooms — Manhattan’s hospitality scene revives the Gilded Age
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A Tour of L.A.’s Neighborhood Trees
There are palms, of course. But the city has one of the most diverse urban forests in the world and each neighborhood has its own characteristic plantings. Just follow the greenery.
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Southern Sardinia Beckons Visitors
As travelers discover the Mediterranean charms of this island region, with its idyllic beaches and buzzing capital, locals are hoping to avoid the crowds suffocating so many other Italian destinations.
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Five Adventures Beneath the Stars
Travel adventures, from goat hikes to snorkeling, get even better when they’re done under the stars.
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New Wellness Programs at 6 Resorts
Sleep tracking, “snow showers” and underwater “soundscapes” are among the offerings at resorts that also happen to be in dream locations.
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Where to Go in New York’s Adirondack Park to Avoid the Crowds
New York’s Adirondack Park draws more than 12 million visitors each year, but most don’t venture far from the park’s population centers. Here’s where to go to avoid the crowds.
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D.O.T’.s Proposal to Let Families Fly Together for Free: What to Know
A new federal policy would require airlines to seat families together on flights, without incurring any extra fees.
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Meet a Federal Air Marshal. She May Have Been Sitting Next to You on a Flight.
Working for a federal agency shrouded in mystery, Esther Fausett shared what she could about her career in in-flight law enforcement.
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How to Ensure a Peaceful Trip With Your Extended Family
With thoughtful planning and realistic expectations, being on the go can be as joyful as you dreamed — for everyone, together.
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Will Free Beer Make Travelers More Responsible?
In the carrot-versus-stick debate, fees and fines have dominated the conversation. But some destinations’ new policies aim to reward tourists who behave responsibly.