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The conflict in Iran has caused widespread flight disruptions throughout the Middle East, stranding thousands of passengers in key hubs like Doha and Dubai. Now, elevated oil prices are leading some international airlines to increase fares, causing many travelers to wonder if they should book upcoming flights now or hold off. For many airlines, jet
Holafly eSIMs: Simple Unlimited Data for Travelers
When you’re traveling, staying connected is essential. Whether you’re figuring out the best route to your hostel, finding a place to eat, or translating a train schedule or menu, having reliable data makes life on the road infinitely easier. I still remember my early days of travel carrying a physical guidebook around as I wandered
Why You Should Skip Ko Lipe
After 19 years, I finally went back to Ko Lipe, the Thai island I spent close to a month on in 2006. Back then, it was one of those super off-the-beaten-path destinations that few but the most intrepid travelers visited, where electricity only ran a few hours a day, basic bungalows right on the beach
Tamil Nadu: Temples and Timeless Traditions
Under the midday sun on the tapering shoreline of south India in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, I rest my head against the mighty flank of Nandi, the sacred bull of the god Siva. There is a Nandi in every Siva temple in the south, but this one, warm as a hot-water bottle on a winter night
Why Airfares Are So High
I’ve been traveling for close to twenty years. In that time, the airline industry has changed a lot. The use of points and miles has become widespread, round-the-world tickets have gone the way of the dodo, airlines have consolidated, and there has been an explosion of budget airlines. Over the last few years, the cost
Why You Should Skip Ko Lipe
After 19 years, I finally went back to Ko Lipe, the Thai island I spent close to a month on in 2006. Back then, it was one of those super off-the-beaten-path destinations that few but the most intrepid travelers visited, where electricity only ran a few hours a day, basic bungalows right on the beach
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Home to some 3.5 million people, Madrid is the capital of Spain and the country’s largest city. Though it’s somewhat sprawling, the city boasts stunning architecture, incredible food, and an energetic nightlife that stretches until dawn. Over 10 million people visit the city each year, and the minute you step out to explore, you’ll understand
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For exhilarating biking trails, wild coastlines, and a neon-lit, all-American road trip. All products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. The year 2026 is going to be a momentous one for the United
Seven Cities for a Scent-Focused Journey
I know people who choose where to vacation based on the food scene, climate, and sometimes, social media virality of a destination. As for me, I base my travels around perfume. Fragrance has been an integral part of my life for as long as I can remember—I began collecting perfumes in high school and have


















