A non-Japanese-speaking first-time visitor used Apple’s new in-ear translation feature to connect with locals at bars, sushi classes and even a fire ritual.
Category: Travel and Vacations
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‘Emily in Paris’ Star Ashley Park’s 5 Favorite Places in Rome
Playing Emily’s spontaneous best friend, the actress discovered where to find good pasta and more when the popular Netflix series moved to Rome this season.
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In Norway, Skiing Through a Winter Wonderland
A 100-mile journey along the country’s Troll Trail includes stunning vistas, snowbound mountain hotels and waffles.
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Driving Somewhere for the Holidays? Here’s How to Make Your Road Trip Safe.
Be sure you have the right equipment and apps for weather and traffic, and don’t forget to check those tires. Here are more tips for hitting the highway.
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7 Spots Shaking Up Vienna’s Cafe Scene
The city’s imperial cafes can feel tired. Newer bakeries and restaurants offer sleek design, inventive dishes by Noma alums, grandmas who will vet your Hinge dates — and strudel that’s worth the wait.
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Christmas Trappings: New England Swoons Over Lobster Pot Trees
The trees have become a sought-after backdrop for social media posts, holiday cards and even marriage proposals.
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When Something Goes Wrong With Your Flight, These People Take Charge
Inside a tornado-hardened office in Texas, 1,700 American Airlines employees manage the carrier’s operations, responding to bad weather, plane trouble and ailing passengers.
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52 Places to Go, So Little Time: Where We Went in 2025
Our writers and photographers were on the ground to find out what makes the destinations on our annual list rise above the rest.
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How Much More Can the U.S. Travel Industry Take?
Politics and border hassles have chased away foreign visitors, costing businesses billions. Some fear next year’s World Cup won’t be enough to bring tourists back.
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Chasing Spice and Street Food in India’s Pink City
On a mission to understand how Jaipur balances tradition and innovation, a writer and chef explores its street food stands and palatial dining spots.
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Exploring Hawaii’s Big Island on a Budget
Rural stays booked on the Hipcamp platform allow budget visitors to save money while reveling in the outdoors.