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On the Bleeding Edge: The 4 Most High-Tech Hotels in Asia

Asia is home to some of the most modern, high-tech hotels in the world where state-of-the-art amenities are table stakes.
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Travelmate Robotics Suitcase Autonomously Follows Its “Owner”

Travelmate Robotics is taking the concept of smart luggage a step further with the world’s first fully autonomous robotic luggage line.
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4 Must-Have iPhone Photography Accessories for the Dedicated iPhoneographer

For travelers these days, it's possible to carry a virtual photography studio wherever you are. Make it easier with these iphone photography accessories.
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5 Bulletproof Tips for Scoring a Dirt-Cheap Car Rental

Rental car providers like unprepared travelers who often wind up paying two to three times what they should. Here's how to beat the system.
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The Best of Provincetown: Where to Play, Eat, and Stay in Massachusetts’ Iconic Seaside Getaway

Here are just a handful of ways to spend the weekend in Massachusetts' and Cape Cod's most iconic seaside getaway: Provincetown.
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The Definitive Guide to Stealing from Hotel Rooms

Stealing from Hotels: Souvenir or straight-up theft? Hotels reveal everything they want you to "steal" and what items are strictly off limits.
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The Best Places to Play, Eat, and Stay in Portland, Maine

With killer craft beer and a burgeoning, world-class food scene, Portland, Maine is among the most underrated cities in the United States.
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Wild Antarctica: Three Cool Cruises to the Southernmost Continent

Most polar cruise expeditions stop at the Antarctic Peninsula, but these unique adventures to Antarctica go much deeper -- literally.
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The World’s Most Brutal Sports (and Where to See Them)

American sports can't compare to the most brutal sports in the world. From polo with a headless goat to stick fighting, here are four dangerous games.
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Richard Branson Just Sank a WWII-Era Ship in the British Virgin Islands

The billionaire's BVI Art Reef is equal parts environmental philanthropy, underwater art project, and “just doing something because it’s cool."
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Rum, Cigars, and Coffee at the Best Boutique Hotels in Havana, Cuba

Throw a stone in any direction from the center of Cuba's capital, & you’re likely to hit a few boutique hotels in Havana. Here are our three favorites.
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Diving for Vino: Croatia Opens Its First Underwater Winery

Given the country's love of wine and its stunning location on the Adriatic Sea, it's surprising no one thought to open an underwater winery before.
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Travel Bar Harbor: The Best Places to Play, Eat, and Stay in Maine’s Easternmost Outpost

While it’s difficult to write an off-the-beaten-path travel guide to Bar Harbor, here are a few of our favorite places to play, eat and sleep.
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The “First Night Effect” is the Reason You Can’t Sleep in a Hotel Room

The half-awake/half-asleep phenomenon is experienced by 99% of travelers when trying to sleep in a hotel and there’s a scientific reason behind it.
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Stay in Cliffside Rooms and Old-Hollywood Hangouts at these Best Boutique Hotels in Jamaica

Skip the island's overcrowded mega-resorts on your next trip in favor of these three, authentic, best boutique hotels in Jamaica.
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Travel Calgary: The Best Places to Play, Eat, and Stay in Canada’s “Frontier City”

In a few short decades, Calgary has quietly evolved to offer world-class dining, boutique hotels, and one-of-a-kind outdoor experiences.
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Hyperloop Could Take Passengers Between NYC and DC in 20 Minutes

The ambitious Hyperloop One project would allow passengers to travel anywhere point-to-point in the United States in less than five hours.
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A Comprehensive Report Suggests This is the Best Time to Book a Flight

If you're unsure of the best time to book a flight, you’re not alone. Following this formula on the best time to book a flight can help you save a bundle.
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Travel Canada: 5 Reasons to Visit Our Neighbor to the North in 2017

Travel Canada: Free national parks, 150th-anniversary celebrations, and world-class cities. Here are the top reasons Canada should be on your travel radar.
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Here’s What the New U.S. “Electronics Ban” Means for Air Travelers

The United States' "airline electronics ban" only applies to air travelers originating from 10 specific airports. Here's what you need to know.
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Chile Aims to Save Patagonia with Stunning 11-million-acre “Route of Parks”

In a landmark announcement, the Chilean government has announced more than 11 million acres of Patagonia will forever be preserved as a route of parks.
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Divers Search for Emperor Caligula’s 2,000-year-old Luxury Cruise Ship

New evidence suggests the remains of a 400-foot luxury cruise ship — the oldest of its kind ever discovered — may lie at the bottom of Italy’s Lake Nemi.
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Beware the Filthiest Things in Your Hotel Room (According to Science)

Evidence suggests hotel rooms are far dirtier than they appear. Check out the dirtiest stuff in your hotel room so you know what to avoid.
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St. Thomas: Escape to the Caribbean without Ever Leaving the US

American travelers, leave your passport at home and hop one of the dozens of direct daily flights to St. Thomas, United State Virgin Islands.
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Master the High Seas with These 3 Hardcore Sailing Schools

If you’re looking for a truly once-in-a-lifetime boating experience with intense, hands-on training, you need one of these three proper sailing schools.
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First Luxury Hotel Set to Open at Iceland’s Iconic Blue Lagoon

This fall, boutique luxury property Moss Hotel will be the first hotel to open at the edge of Iceland's thousand-year-old Blue Lagoon.
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Beyond the All-inclusive: Experience the Best of the Dominican Republic

Here’s a crash course in the best Dominican Republic hotels, restaurants, and experiences that you've (probably) never heard of.
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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the ‘Summer of Love’ in San Francisco

The summer of 1967 — San Francisco's historical 'Summer of Love' — spawned an unprecedented wave of utopian and countercultural creativity.
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Budget Airlines: What Are Your Actually Paying For?

Knowing what ultra-low cost budget airlines provide can help you save a boatload of money when traveling between North America and Europe.
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Deep in Cajun Country: A Travel Guide to Southern Louisiana

Here's where to play, eat, and sleep in the Bayou State’s southern half — the most authentically Cajun region in the country.
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Delta Elevates the Flying Experience with Italian-designed Alessi Serviceware

Delta has partnered with Italian design house Alessi to furnish their premium cabins with high-end, one-of-a-kind serviceware and dishes.
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Bucket List Travel: 3 Once-in-a-lifetime Adventure Trips in South America

South America sees its fair share of visitors, but much of it remains ripe for exploration. Here are three of the best adventure trips in South America.
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Graduate Hotels Offers Plenty of “Back to School” Nostalgia for Travelers

With a focus on local food and beverage and what makes small town universities unique, Graduate Hotels elevates collegiate nostalgia to an art form.
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Sleep in Dublin’s Most Exclusive and Thirst-Slaking Bedroom with the “Night at Guinness Storehouse” Contest

The famous brewer has partnered with Airbnb to provide a lucky winner and a guest the opportunity to spend a night in the iconic Dublin Guinness Storehouse.
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TSA Quietly Launches New, ‘More Rigourous’ Pat-Down Procedure

The TSA quietly launched a new, universal pat-down procedure that’s vaguely described as “more rigorous.” Here’s what you can expect at U.S. airports.
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Say Hello to the Best of Buffalo, New York

Here are just a few of our favorite places to play, eat, drink, and sleep in the Empire State's most underrated city, Buffalo, New York.
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Arctic Travel: 3 Ways to Explore the World’s Northernmost Reaches

For travelers looking to explore the world — including the Arctic and the North Pole — here are three ways to get there. Arctic travel never looked so easy.
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Pacific Paradise: The Best of Maui, Hawaii

Maui provides endless opportunities for adventure travelers looking to check off dozens of to-do’s from their lifelong bucket list. Here's the best of Maui.
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Avoid the Caribbean Crowds this Spring at the Best Boutique Hotels in the British Virgin Islands

If you’re not fond of loud, massive, cookie-cutter Caribbean resorts, there are plenty of boutique hotels in the British Virgin Islands where you can relax.
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Bucket List Travel: 5 Once-in-a-Lifetime African Adventures

From the shark-rich waters of the Cape to the jungles of Rwanda, the continent's geography will satisfy your lust for unforgettable African Adventures.
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VOCIER Wrinkle-Free Luggage is a Business Traveler’s Best Friend

European luggage manufacturer VOCIER is solving the wrinkled clothing “epidemic” with technology that’s guarantees wrinkle free luggage.
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Travel Like a World Leader: 4 Classic Hotels Where Past Presidents Have Slept

At these four exclusive hotels, you can literally travel “like a boss” (or a world leader) this President’s Day at the best Presidential Hotels.
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Eat Up: The Best Resorts for Foodies in the United States

"Resort food" is no longer just about bland, processed food served by the ton. Here are our favorite, destination-worthy, best resorts for foodies in the US
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3 Adventure Trips to Track the World’s Most Elusive Wildlife

From the jagged peaks of India to the plankton-rich waters of the North Atlantic, here are three destinations to track the world’s most elusive wildlife.
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Bucket List Travel: 3 Once-in-a-lifetime Adventures in the United States

Bucket List Trips: These U.S. destinations are no “hidden gems,” but seeing them in a new way — perhaps a new mode of transport — can make them even better.
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Qatar Airways Launches the World’s Longest Flight: 17.5 Hours, 9,000 Miles

This week, Qatar Airways announced its first foray into New Zealand — and with the launch it becomes the Airline with the world's longest flight.
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Upgrade Your Valentine’s Day Game at the World’s Kinkiest Love Hotels

From prison-themed overnighters to purpose-built fetish-friendly getaways, these are the world’s four kinkiest love hotels.
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The Best of Providence: Big City Travel in the Country’s Smallest State

Great cocktail lounges, world-class beer bars, & a rich colonial history? Take in all this Rhode Island city offers with our guide to the best of Providence
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The World’s Most Epic Small Ship Sailing Experiences

Here are three epic small ship sailing expeditions for intimately exploring the world’s last remaining, truly wild destinations.
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The Best of Panama City, Panama: Central America’s Most Cosmopolitan Capital

Here is the best of the best of Panama City, Panama -- Central America's hippest, fastest-growing, most cosmopolitan capital city.