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Glowing Plants Could Light Up Cities. But at What Cost?
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Glowing Plants Could Light Up Cities. But at What Cost?
Chinese researchers have cracked bioluminescent plants that could reshape how cities light up at night and rei
Washington DC's newest monument sparks a 250-foot debate
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Washington DC's newest monument sparks a 250-foot debate
A massive monument proposal is reshaping conversations about Washington DC's iconic skyline. Veterans, archite
Japan's Sacred Mount Fuji Ponds Are Drowning in Coins
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Japan's Sacred Mount Fuji Ponds Are Drowning in Coins
The eight pristine pools at the foot of Mount Fuji hold spiritual significance dating back centuries, but they
Uzbekistan's New Speed Train Halves the Journey to One of the Silk Road's Greatest Cities
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Uzbekistan's New Speed Train Halves the Journey to One of the Silk Road's Greatest Cities
In May, a sleek new high-speed train will cut the journey between Uzbekistan's capital and the ancient desert
Orthodox Easter Arrives a Week Late, and That Changes Everything for Spring Travelers
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Orthodox Easter Arrives a Week Late, and That Changes Everything for Spring Travelers
While Western Christians have already celebrated Easter, Orthodox Christians won't observe theirs until a week
Magaluf's Clever New Photo Stations Are Changing What the Party Town Offers
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Magaluf's Clever New Photo Stations Are Changing What the Party Town Offers
Magaluf is shedding its one-dimensional reputation with a new selfie trail that captures both you and the Bale
Macao's Tourism Boom Is Reshaping Asia's Travel Industry
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Macao's Tourism Boom Is Reshaping Asia's Travel Industry
After smashing pre-pandemic records with 40 million visitors last year, Macao is cementing itself as the bridg
Portugal's unexpected windfall as travelers flee Middle East turmoil
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Portugal's unexpected windfall as travelers flee Middle East turmoil
With the Middle East in crisis, travelers are abandoning those routes for safer European shores. Portugal is t
IcelandAir Wants Your Blurry Photos. Here's How to Win $50,000
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IcelandAir Wants Your Blurry Photos. Here's How to Win $50,000
IcelandAir just launched a campaign to find the world's worst photographer and send them on a paid Iceland adv
Could a New Rail Link Finally Connect Central America's Best Adventures
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Could a New Rail Link Finally Connect Central America's Best Adventures
Imagine hopping on a train in Panama City and rolling straight into Costa Rica's rainforests. Two countries ju
Valencia Just Capped Tourist Rentals. Here's Why Locals Are Still Angry
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Valencia Just Capped Tourist Rentals. Here's Why Locals Are Still Angry
Spain's beloved coastal city is fighting back against tourism overload with sweeping new restrictions on holid
Uppsala Ditches the Tourist Checklist for Brain-Bending Discovery
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Uppsala Ditches the Tourist Checklist for Brain-Bending Discovery
A Swedish university city is rejecting mass tourism playbooks and betting big on curious minds. What happens w