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7 Better Alternatives to Overpriced U.S. Tourist Traps

While there’s certainly no shame in hitting the hot spots, going beyond the guidebook and seeking out other attractions can both stretch your travel dollar and offer richer, more intentional experiences.

The Strangest Things Left Behind in Hotel Rooms

Forgotten toothbrushes and lost socks are par for the course, but pet chickens or rice cookers? Not so much. These are the most unusual items hotel staff have found left behind.

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5 Reasons You Can Be Denied Boarding an Airplane

In 2023, around 25,000 passengers were denied boarding on U.S. flights, which equates to about 29 passengers per 1 million. Although it’s rare, there are several reasons why an airline might refuse to allow you on the plane — some of which might surprise you.

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Visiting the U.K. Soon? Entry Requirements Are Changing for U.S. Travelers

Heading across the pond? Find out why you’ll now need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to visit the U.K.

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The Orient Express Is Returning to the Rails

Few routes are more synonymous with long-distance rail trips than the Orient Express, the transcontinental European train service that originally ran from 1883 to 1977. Now, there’s an exciting new development on the horizon — here are all the details.

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