With Peak Season Over, Yosemite to Remove Reservation Requirement

As of Nov. 1, Yosemite National Park will no longer require advance reservations for visitors. | Frommer's

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Tampa Bay to Be First U.S. Airport to Offer All Passengers Covid-19 Test

Starting October 1, travelers in Tampa will have in-terminal access to quick and advanced testing. | Frommer's

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The Most Endangered Historic Sites in the United States

The National Trust for Historic Preservation has released its annual list of American heritage sites in danger of destruction. | Frommer's

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In a Pre-Election Gambit, the Trump Administration Announces New Travel Bans for Cuba

A new announcement forbids Americans from staying at over 400 Cuban hotels and limits reasons they can visit Cuba. | Frommer's

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Would You Travel for Beer? United Airlines Debuts Themed Flight Searches

The airline is trying to appeal to travelers who know they want to hit the road....but don't know much more than that. | Frommer's

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Spend Hours Walking Around the World's Great Neighborhoods with These Addictive YouTube Channels

Narration-free virtual walking tours are racking up millions of views as they scratch our travel itch in isolation.

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Fat Bear Week: The Election You Don't Have to Dread This Autumn

The annual Fat Bear Week lets online voters select their favorite corpulent bear at Alaska's Katmai National Park. | Frommer's

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Flyers Pretend to Eat to Avoid Masking Up, So United Changed the Rules

No more pretending to eat and drink just so you can keep the mask off. | Frommer's

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A Fall Getaway for Two: Amtrak’s BOGO Sale for the Northeast U.S.

Amtrak is offering a buy-one-get-one-free sale on fall rail trips in the Northeastern region of the United States. | Frommer's

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The World's Largest Chocolate Fountain Debuts in Switzerland

The biggest chocolate store in the world is part of Zurich's Lindt's Home of Chocolate, a major new tourist attraction. | Frommer's

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Next Exit! America's Most Epic Roadside Attractions

Give your road trip a big dose of weird at these strange, sprawling capitals of kitsch and commerce combining numerous oddities, souvenir stands, food options, and usually a giant dinosaur or two.

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Fall Family Fun at Orchards and Farms Across the United States

Corn mazes, hay rides, you-pick-it pumpkins and apples, thrill rides—we're counting down the best autumn farm experiences in America.

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United Is the First U.S. Airline to Offer Covid-19 Tests to Passengers

Beginning with flights leaving on Oct. 15, United Airlines will introduce Covid-19 tests for its passengers to Hawaii. | Frommer's

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When Cruising Resumes, You Won't Be Allowed to Roam Ports Alone

The big cruise lines have told the U.S. government that to mitigate the spread of virus, passengers will not be permitted to pursue "self-exploration." | Frommer's

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Thailand Is Mailing Trash Back to Tourists Who Litter

When campers left garbage behind at a national park in Thailand, government officials mailed the junk back to the litterbugs as a souvenir. | Frommer's

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America's Greatest National Historic Trails: Scenic Routes in the Footsteps of History

The United States has established 19 National Historic Trails where travelers can trace key periods in American history on ultimate road trips. A luxury book by Rizzoli celebrates them through photography.

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You Can Now Stay at "The Conjuring" House—If You Dare

The house that inspired "The Conjuring" movies is now accepting overnight guests for paranormal investigations. | Frommer's

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Southwest's Sweet Deal for a Free Companion Ticket Ends Thursday, Sept. 24

Fly in the next few weeks and Southwest will give you a free companion ticket for another trip in 2021. | Frommer's

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Nominate Your Favorite Teacher to Receive a Free Vacation Next Year

Give a trip to a deserving teacher! Vacation company Trafalgar has launched a contest to reward educators. | Frommer's

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Colleges and Universities Are Canceling Spring Break in 2021

Spring Break 2020 turned out to be a major spreader event, so it's off the calendar for 2021. | Frommer's

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Hotels Suspended Amenities But Are Keeping Resort Fee Cash. The Scam Must End

Covid-19 has exposed resort fees as a lie. Amenities have been suspended, but hotels are still keeping your cash. | Frommer's

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Colleges and Universities are Cancelling Spring Break in 2021

Spring Break 2020 turned out to be a major spreader event, so it's off the calendar for 2021. | Frommer's

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Headlines Shout of Covid-19 Exposure on Flights, but Look Deeper—It's Worse

Recent news headlines would have you think Covid-19 is being spread on airlines, but shockingly, we still have no idea. | Frommer's

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Another Job Posting for Beer-Loving Hikers: Visit National Parks for $50k

Michelob Ultra is hiring a brand ambassador to travel to national parks and capture engaging content for 6 months. | Frommer's

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Rare Pink Dolphins Return to the Waters Around Hong Kong

Hong Kong's population of pink dolphins has apparently spiked due to suspended ferry service during the pandemic. | Frommer's

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The World's Most Scenic Airports: A Ranking to Send Your Wanderlust Soaring

PrivateFly has released its annual ranking of the world's most scenic airports. | Frommer's

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Hawaii Is Reopening! Starting Oct. 15, State Will Admit Tourists with Recent Virus Tests

As of Oct. 15, tourists may visit Hawaii again provided they have a new, negative Covid-19 test result. | Frommer's

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Got a Great Shot of the Empire State Building? You Could Win This Contest

The Empire State Building's annual photo contest will give $5,000 and other prizes to the best shot of the iconic NYC skyscraper. | Frommer's

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Your Guide to the Airlines' In-Flight Covid Safety Policies

From asking passengers to bring their own masks to blocking seat assignments, here's what the major airlines say they're doing to convince passengers it's safe to fly.

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High-Tech Lenses Let Color-Blind Travelers See Art and Nature in Full Color

Assistive devices for color-blind travelers are coming to parks and museums across the nation.

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This Las Vegas Casino Is Going Entirely Smoke-Free

When the Park MGM and NoMad Las Vegas reopen September 30, they'll make up the first 100% smoke-free casino resort on the Vegas Strip. | Frommer's

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Morocco Reopens to Tourists—But Maybe That's Not Such a Good Idea

Morocco now allows Americans to visit as long as they have a hotel reservation and a new Covid-19 test. | Frommer's

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See the "Air Liners" of the 1930s on These Rare Vintage Trading Cards

In the Great Depression, barely 10 years after the birth of commercial air travel, Player's cigarettes issued these collectible cards of major aircraft.

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The Feds Want to Raise the Global Entry Fee, So You'd Better Apply Soon

CBP has filed notice of its intention to raise the Global Entry fee from $100 to $120. | Frommer's

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Most Ikon Pass Skiers Won't Need Advance Reservations This Winter

Skiers who buy the Ikon Pass for the 2020–21 season won't need advance reservations to hit the slopes. | Frommer's

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Is Now the Right Time to Buy Holiday Airfare? The Answer is a Qualified Yes

How long should you wait to buy your holiday airfare in 2020? What has the coronavirus done to prices and availability? | Frommer's

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New Website Helps You Plan Wildlife Spotting on African Safaris

Increase your chances of spotting wildlife on African safari: A new website shows where to go to for the animal you most want to see. | Frommer's

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The Disney Monorail: The Amazing True Story of the "Highway in the Sky"

From the first moment he dreamed of Disneyland, Walt Disney wanted it to have a monorail. Here's how Disney's engineering landmarks came to be.

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Expert Advice on Visiting Museums During the Pandemic

Is now a good time to get your culture fix? We talked with museum directors to get their advice and insights.

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Farewell to New York City's Iconic Century 21 Department Store Chain

The chain of discount designer stores, a Manhattan tourist attraction, will close soon, according to the owners. | Frommer's

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Now You Can Dine on a Sandbar in the Florida Keys During Sunset

Little Palm Island Resort & Spa in the Florida Keys serves gourmet dinner for two on a sandbar in the ocean. | Frommer's

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America's Rarest Old-Fashioned Amusement Rides

Found in parks across the USA, these rare and one-of-a-kind amusement rides are preserved as precious holdovers from an age of bespoke thrills.

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Same Time, Next Year—for 20 Years: Win a Free Annual Mexican Vacation

A social media contest will award winners annual vacations at all-inclusive Mexican Caribbean resorts for 20 years. | Frommer's

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Game of Thrones Studio Tour Gets the Go-Ahead in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland's upcoming Game of Thrones Studio Tour will let fans tour sets and view props and costumes from the HBO epic. | Frommer's

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Beloved Tour Operator TrekAmerica Calls It Quits

TrekAmerica, which specialized in North American tours, is no longer accepting bookings and will cease operations. | Frommer's

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Try These Two Maps to Track Covid-19 Restrictions State-By-State in the USA

What are the Covid-19 rules in other states? United Airlines and InsureMyTrip.com posted coronavirus websites. | Frommer's

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Welcome to Covid Island! Only Tourists Who've Been Infected Are Allowed

A Brazilian island paradise is relying on herd immunity to save tourism: Only those with antibodies are allowed travel there. | Frommer's

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Class Up Your New England Road Trip with Picnics at Gilded Age Estates

A specialty ticket from Newport Mansions grants access to three elaborate gardens and grounds in seaside Rhode Island. | Frommer's

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Are TSA Screenings About to Become Self-Serve?

The TSA is trying out screenings with self-service elements to reduce touch points at airport security areas. | Frommer's

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How to Track Fall Foliage in New York State

Receive to-the-minute updates about fall foliage across New York State—so you'll have an easier time planning a visit. | Frommer's

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