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We’re still a work in progress, but still cleaner nicer than JFK 😁. We’ve kept the design to be navigated like an airport with International destinations first, domestic second and the parking lot remains a basket of good stories to dive into.

Dubai won #1 on 2024 Traveler’s Choice Award

3rd year in a row, Dubai is the #1 destination based the Traveler’s Choice ranking from TripAdvisor. Followed by Bali at #2. New York on the other hand? All the way down on the bottom of the list at #25. Wonder if flying into JFK takes a few points off. Can’t say I’m too upset—more room on the subway?

See the list at TripAdvisor.com

Best travel photography from 2023

Selected from 20,000 images! Dreaming of destinations for this year, I’m doom scrolling through travel photos.

See more at Condé Nast Traveler

D.C. Wine Country

Virginia wine is getting interesting. D.C.’s wine country sits in Northern VA—also happens to be the wealthiest county in the US. Nearly 50 wineries to sip in tasting rooms. Perfect for a spring trip as buds break in March or April.

Read more at Fodors

Best Après Ski Towns in the U.S.

None of the ski towns on this list are East Coast. All the jokes about skiing on ice in the Northeast can’t be good for rankings.

See the list at Sunset

The Parking Lot

Favorite travel charts of 2023 from Skift is more industry ‘insider’ charts, but still interesting. Best loyalty programs for 2024. Top 10 A-frame cabins (perfect for a winter escape). The prettiest town in England. A 45 day cruise from NYC to the Mediterranean (and back).

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