The Great Global Airbnb Backlash
Some years ago, an American friend with a lovely apartment in the fast-gentrifying Istanbul district of Tophane started renting his place on Airbnb. Thanks in part to its stunning Bosporus…
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Rising India
Countless travel destinations saw a spike in tourism after the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions, but few have done as well as India. Foreign visitors increased more than three-fold in 2022,…
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A True Golden Age of Flight?
You’ve probably heard of the Golden Age of Travel. In the 1960s, flying had real status, with business folk and smart travelers boarding sleek Pan Am jets to receive the…
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Global Roundup
Late Summer Travel Hell? In July, the earth recorded multiple hottest days ever; California was ravaged by one of its most devastating wildfires in years, scorching almost half a million…
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Trouble in Quito
In July 2021, I was happily commuting into central London, spending my days complaining about all the tourists, the crowded tube, and the ever-increasing cost of a glass of wine.
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One Family Discovers the Joys of Life Abroad
After extended stints in Vietnam, Thailand, Bali, and Sri Lanka, 40-year-old Canadian Sean Murphy now lives in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, with his wife and three daughters. He spoke to Escape Artist about the decision to move abroad, their lessons learned, and how this family of five ultimately found its groove.
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The Profound Impact of Travel
Paige McClanahan’s innate curiosity and love for travel have helped her to carve out a brilliant career as a travel writer, most recently for The New York Times. Her first…
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How to Avoid Summer Travel Hell
It’s that time of year again. From late July through August, everybody and her mother are going somewhere. Whether you’re planning a European adventure, a vacation in Latin America or…
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Yes, Soon AI Will Even Impact Travel
You’ve heard a lot about AI recently. How it promises big, potentially scary, changes to everything from jobs to the arts (including the snappy photos included in this article!) to,…
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To Canada, With Love
Happy Canada Day to all our Canadian readers! And their loved ones. As you know, I tend not to shy away from pointing out Canada’s faults. But as much as…
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