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Sunset sail on Lake Champlain.

Two New England lakes named top destinations by U.S. News & World Report

Moosehead Lake in Maine and Vermont's Lake Champlain Islands clinched spots on a new U.S. News & World Report list of the 27 top lake destinations, released Friday.

10 Boston-area spots to be a kid again

You deserve to take a break from being a grown-up.

Sheena Collier on feeling changed by Ghana, trying french fries everywhere, and giving in to relaxation

We caught up with the founder of Boston While Black to talk about all things travel.

Mansion stays, an app for marina reservations, and campfires on the go

Travel news you can use.

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People watch as lava flows from an eruption from the Fagradalsfjall volcano on the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwestern Iceland. The glow from the bubbling hot lava spewing out of the Fagradalsfjall volcano can be seen from the outskirts of Iceland's capital, Reykjavík, which is about 32 kilometers (20 miles) away. Fagradalsfjall volcano has awoken from a slumber that has lasted 6,000 years.
Iceland’s open, and as tourists return, a fiery new attraction puts on a show
The North Atlantic country is now open to vaccinated Americans, and its diversions are running hot — and bitterly cold.

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You can use bad reviews to your advantage when planning your vacation.
How to use bad travel reviews to have a great vacation
Travel experts share some ways to analyze the feedback so that you can use those negative responses to your advantage.

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An Air France flight takes off from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Liga Aldins is struggling to get a refund for her canceled Air France flight.

Why won’t Air France refund her $568 after a canceled flight?

Air France canceled Liga Aldins’ flight from Boston to Paris last spring. But it’s still holding her $568. Who has the money?

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9 top gear picks for summer camping

We tracked down some of the coolest new adventure gear so you can sleep, cook, and chill in comfort.

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Travelers boarded a Jet Blue flight from Orlando International Airport in Orlando, Fla., to Washington Reagan Airport, on March 1, 2021. The number of disruptive incidents reported by the FAA averages out to one per 1,277 flights.

‘You’re on your own up there’: The rise of air rage in the era of COVID

Mask requirements have contributed to an increase in confrontations on planes, and threats of steep fines don’t seem to be deterring bad behavior.

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Planning to travel? See how vaccinated your ideal destination is

Explore this interactive graphic that updates daily to see how under control COVID-19 is across the country.

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Left: the interior of a cabin at Brighton State Park in Island Pond, Vt. Right: the lobby of the Woodstock Inn in Woodstock, Vt.

A cabin on a lake for $50 a night, or a posh inn at $250 a night? Scoping out the best way to experience Vermont

We checked out the spartan accommodations at Brighton State Park and an opulent room at the Woodstock Inn. Here’s how they stacked up.

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With the Pemigewasset Wilderness in front of her and Middle Moat Mountain to the right, Kahdejah Johnson of Waldoboro, Maine, takes in a stunning view from atop South Moat Mountain.

14 New England outdoor adventures to add to your bucket list

We asked the experts about their most memorable local experiences. There were a few that came up repeatedly.

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Climb to the top of South Light and you’ll have views of its twin, North Light, and the rocky coast.

A visit to Thacher Island, where tragedy and beauty meet

Located about a mile offshore from Rockport, it is open to the public and rich in seafaring history.

Views of boats and the Boston skyline — plus a killer lobster roll. Belle Isle Seafood delivers, all right.

These lobster rolls top all the ‘best’ lists. But how are they, really? We tried them all

We ate our way through the best lobster rolls in New England.