The list made its debut in 2005, when world travel was about half of today’s 1.3 billion arrivals and phones were for making calls. Here’s how The Times’s annual travel list — and travel itself — has changed in the last two decades.
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Discover medieval and Gothic masterpieces, Michelin-starred restaurants, design ateliers, wine bars and too many shopping streets to count.
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Passengers on several of the carrier’s flights said the biting pests were on seats, blankets and in overhead bins and that the airline did not take action.
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Airlines are offering more ways than ever to get a taste of the champagne skies, but how do you get past the curtain, and when is it worth the cost? Here are some tips.
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Skiing Palisades Tahoe, California’s ‘Big, Powdery Playground’
The resort in the Sierra Nevada, known for its challenging terrain, has cool, swagger and a long history. A first-timer is tested by its slopes and its weather.
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Safari on Your Bucket List? Pick the Right One.
Choosing an operator that is conservation-minded, with ties to the local community and well-trained guides can add up to the trip of a lifetime and also nurture nature.
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36 Hours in Palm Springs, Calif.
With its kitsch, color and joyous queer scene, this oasis in the Coachella Valley is all in on earthly pleasures.
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The Writer of the Netflix Hit ‘Carry-On’ Talks About the ‘Trolley Problem’ and the T.S.A.
T.J. Fixman on what makes an exciting Christmas thriller, his own interactions with airport security and what you shouldn’t leave in your luggage.
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36 Hours in Innsbruck, Austria
Futuristic architecture rubs shoulders with centuries-old opera houses in this picture-perfect Austrian ski town.
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Winter — with its famous fogs and reduced crowds — provides breathing room and deepens the mysteriousness of Venice’s narrow passageways and centuries-old buildings.
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Beyond the over-the-top luxury and futuristic towers, discover bustling souks, a contemporary art district and desert cycling trails.
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Explore lush forest trails, midcentury architecture and tropical flavors in Hawaii’s multicultural capital.
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Stargaze from desert observatories, try traditional Sonoran spirits and hit the local trails in Arizona’s mountain-ringed second city.
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Make sure your dresses and suits arrive in tip-top shape with these packing tips from the pros.
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How to Avoid Pickpockets and Street Scams
Staying aware, keeping your valuables close and employing “layers of security” are among the ways to improve your street savvy.
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How to Choose an All-Inclusive Resort
The number of all-inclusives has risen dramatically in recent years, with efforts to improve food and beverage quality and increase activities and amenities.
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Explore Your Roots: How to Plan a Family Heritage Trip
Online tools are helping Americans travel abroad to discover their ancestry, seek out relatives and obtain documentation for dual citizenship. Here are tips for your journey.
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How to Choose the Right Travel Credit Card
Fees, sign-up bonuses and whether the card is aligned with a particular hotel brand or airline are all factors in the decision.
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From home organizing ideas to beauty advice to travel hacks, here’s a roundup of practical guides for the New Year.
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From big shows in London and Amsterdam to a Cézanne tribute in the south of France, these art experiences will be worth the journey.
By Emily LaBarge
The Southeast Asian country has lagged behind Vietnam and Thailand when it comes to tourism. The government hopes new hotels, roads and a train system will put Laos on visitors’ lists.
By Christine Chung
With the war now over, the Taliban are welcoming foreign travelers, even as governments advise their citizens to stay away.
By David Zucchino and Elise Blanchard
As climate change intensifies, flooding is emerging as a threat for homes not previously seen as high-risk. Some residents are responding creatively by lifting up their homes.
By Gregory Barber
Avelo Airlines and Breeze Airways have found success and loyal customers by serving airports in smaller cities, like New Haven, Conn., that were neglected by national carriers.
By Niraj Chokshi
Bad weather made delays worse after problems with systems used to release flights on one of the busiest travel days of the year.
By Lynsey Chutel, Christine Chung and Hank Sanders
From Austria to Montana, we found a tempting array of hotels, resorts and other getaways for the perfect winter vacation.
By Stephanie Rosenbloom
During the upcoming Jubilee year, millions of Christian pilgrims will flock to the Eternal City’s innumerable holy places. Here are five gorgeous churches that may offer a less-crowded experience.
By David Laskin
Albertine, in a Fifth Avenue mansion, is a portal to both Gilded Age New York and the Francophone world.
By Reggie Nadelson
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