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Flight school

6 Things You Should Never Do During Really Bad Airplane Turbulence

These common mistakes can turn a scary situation into a dangerous one.
Getaway plan

How to Avoid Fighting With Your Family on Your Summer Vacation

Whether you’re going on a proper trip together or planning a hometown visit, here’s how to stay calm(ish).

Air Travel Is Hell. Here Are 25 Little Ways to Make It Easier on Your Body

Flying isn’t getting any better, but you can at least go in prepared.

5 Ways to Make Car Rides a Little Easier If You Have Back Pain

Because bumper-to-bumper traffic can be excruciating enough.

7 Ways to Prevent Car Sickness If Long Rides Always Make You Queasy

Take these stomach-soothing steps before, during, and after your trip.
Fare well

How to Maintain Some Semblance of a Health Routine on Vacation

Yes, letting loose is the whole point, but you still want to feel good on your trip—and when you get home.

How to Fly On a Plane Without Wrecking Your Back

From booking tips to packing strategies, here’s exactly how to have a more comfortable flight.
The Maine event

7 Things I Always Pack for My Yearly Fall Trip to Acadia National Park

I’m not an Outdoors Person, but having the right gear has helped me actually enjoy nature.

3 Things to Do When Traveler’s Diarrhea Is Ruining Your Life

Read this before you toss back the Imodium.
Sea turdles

Don’t Swallow That Ocean Water—There’s Probably Poop in It

More than half of the US beaches tested in a 2023 report had potentially unsafe levels of fecal contamination.

If You’re Traveling Abroad, Here Are the Vaccines You Should Get ASAP

You’re taking a vacation to enjoy yourself, not to risk vomiting, fever, or even a fatal illness.

How to Turn Down a Friends' Trip If You Can't Afford It

A financial therapist offers her best (least-awkward) advice.

What to Pack for Destination Races, According to Runners Who Travel

From hand warmers to portable foam rollers.
For duck’s sake

I Didn't Think Birding Was for Me. Now It's My Favorite Self-Care Hobby.

I’m young, I live in a city, I’m not outdoorsy…but I love it anyway.
Fitness

10 NYC Marathon Watching Spots With Absolutely Impeccable Vibes

There's a fun place for every kind of spectator. 
Culture

Here's Your Last Chance to Snag This LifeStraw Sale 

Drink up these savings while you can.
Culture

20 Moody Songs for Your Next Autumn Adventure

A playlist for a foliage-filled road trip.

The 23 Best Camping Tents, According to Outdoor Experts

Find the right shelter for your adventures.
Culture

I Tried 3 Short-Term Apartment Companies Catering to Remote-Workers With Wanderlust

In case you, too, aren’t tied to one city.