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August 1, 2021 at 8:22 AM The Zero G Boeing 727 aircraft.
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Zero Gravity Corporation offers flights onboard a plane that's sole mission is to achieve zero gravity.
Flights start at $7,500 and flyers experience weightlessness 15 different times.
The aircraft is going on tour around the US through December.
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Humans don't need to go to space to experience zero gravity.
Richard Branson floats in zero gravity in Virgin Galactic's spac... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, News, Air Travel, Planes, US, Trends, Earth, Features, Flying, International Space Station, Virgin Galactic, Richard Branson, Aviation, Jeff Bezos97 people like this. Like
August 1, 2021 at 5:05 AM Villa La Garoupe in Cape d'Antibes on the French Riviera.
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La Garoupe is a luxury waterfront villa located in Cape d'Antibes on the French Riviera.
In its heyday, the beach-front residence was a resort popular among the likes of Edith Piaf and JFK.
Now, the remodeled villa features four bedrooms, a heated splash pool, and spacious sundecks for entertaining.
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During its mid-20th century heyday, La Garoupe was ... Tags: Travel, Real Estate, France, Trends, Features, Mansion, Jfk, Riviera, Villa, Mediterranean, Edith Piaf, Nordic, Cap, French Riviera, Antibes, Nissa86 people like this. Like
July 31, 2021 at 8:35 AM An Embraer E195-E2 aircraft rendering in Porter Airlines colors.
Porter Airlines and Embraer
Porter Airlines is ordering 30 of Embraer's E195-E2 aircraft as it expands to jet operations.
Embraer has struggled to sell its E190-E2 family of aircraft, with less than 200 total firm orders before Porter.
Porter can use the aircraft to fly to further destinations in Canada, the US, the Caribbean, and Central America.
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Canada's Porter Airl... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Shutterstock, New York, London, News, Air Travel, Air Canada, Planes, US, Toronto, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Trends, Features, Flying122 people like this. Like
July 27, 2021 at 4:26 PM Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky
Headlamps offer a hands-free way of hiking or camping at night, and can also be used around the house.
The best headlamps should offer long battery life, fit comfortably, and have variable light modes.
Our top pick, BioLite's Headlamp 330, is lightweight and comfortable, and has a sweat-wicking headband.
A headlamp is one of the most important pieces of anyone's outdoor kit. Unlike an ordinary flashlight, which requires you to physically hold it in y... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Amazon, Outdoors, Camping, Hiking, Trends, Features, Buying Guide, Backpacking, AAA, Strobe, Morse, Owen Burke, Ledlenser, Insider Picks71 people like this. Like
July 26, 2021 at 3:39 PM Airbnb
Airbnb says these 50 listings have the most hospitable hosts for their respective states.
Hosts who made the cut have unblemished 5-star records in cleanliness, check-in, and communication.
North Carolina and California have the highest number of hosts who meet this standard, with 35 each.
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When you're looking for an Airbnb, the location's features, location, and price are probably some of the first factors you'll take in... Tags: Travel, California, US, Trends, Features, House, Airbnb, Park City, North Carolina, Oliver, Town, Pensacola, Mendocino, Cheyenne, Airbnb Airbnb, Tech Insider137 people like this. Like
July 25, 2021 at 8:19 AM The inaugural flight of David Neeleman's Breeze Airways.
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Breeze Airways is the latest brainchild of JetBlue Airways founder David Neeleman.
The two airlines couldn't be any more different, however, despite having the same founder.
Breeze's strategy is completely diffeent from JetBlue but still works even though it offers a different product.
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JetBlue Airways revolutionized air travel in the US when it... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, News, Air Travel, Boston, Air Canada, Planes, US, Trends, Features, Flying, Aviation, Airbus, Airlines, East Coast113 people like this. Like
July 23, 2021 at 5:07 PM Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky
An electric scooter is a convenient mode of transportation that's great for commuting or running errands.
The best have enough range to get around town, travel at speeds of 20 mph and up, and are highly portable.
Our top pick, the Ninebot KickScooter by Segway ES4, is a versatile scooter that gets up to 28 miles of range.
Thanks to improvements in technology and design over the past few years, electric scooters have gone from curious novelties to a bonafi... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Amazon, Outdoors, Transportation, Trends, Features, Buying Guide, Xiaomi, Bird, Commuting, Scooter, Electric Scooters, Maxx, Amazon Built, Amazon Lightweight118 people like this. Like
July 22, 2021 at 5:11 PM Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky
Commuter bikes offer a cost-effective and fitness- and environmentally-friendly way to get around town.
The best are comfortable to ride, handle casual terrain, and withstand various weather conditions.
Our top pick, Brooklyn Bicycle Co.'s Franklin 3, has a comfortable, upright design and features quality components.
The concept of a commuter bike is simple: A functional, comfortable bicycle that's capable of getting you to and from work, the store, ar... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Amazon, Outdoors, Trends, Walmart, Features, Cycling, Buying Guide, Biking, Commuters, Core, Bosch, Assembly, Bedford, Brooklyn New York111 people like this. Like
July 21, 2021 at 5:08 PM Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky
Compression socks help speed muscle recovery and potentially improve athletic performance.
They also improve blood flow for venous or lymphatic issues for pregnant women or the elderly.
Our top pick, CEP's Progressive+ Compression Socks, are incredibly comfortable and won't sag throughout the day.
Compression socks are one of those garments that seem gimmicky but science actually backs up their biggest claimed benefit: Improving your circulation."Compr... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Compression Socks, Sports, Trends, Features, United States, Buying Guide, Progressive, Socks, Workout, Deatherage, Heather Grey, Zensah, Medi, SB Sox81 people like this. Like
July 19, 2021 at 1:02 PM Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky
Yoga is a great tool to lower stress, decompress, and loosen stiff muscles while traveling.
A travel yoga mat should be lightweight pliable and fold down small so you can bring it anywhere.
Our top pick, Manduka's eKO Superlite matt, is durable, flexible, and weighs just 2.2 pounds.
Whether you have a daily yoga practice or you feel achy at the end of long travel days, stashing a yoga mat in your carry-on lets you unwind and loosen up once you hit your hot... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Trends, Features, Yoga, Buying Guide, Travel + Leisure, Southern California, Yoga Mat, Lululemon, CSCS, Gaiam, Manduka, Insider Picks 2020, Insider Picks Guides, Best Guides73 people like this. Like
July 18, 2021 at 8:37 AM Pinal Airpark in Marana, Arizona.
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Pinal Airpark is home to hundreds of aircraft that have been stored by their airlines to ride out the pandemic.
Most US carriers have reactivated their planes but foreign airlines are still filling Pinal's corridors due to lagging demand.
Cargo carriers like Amazon are also looking to Pinal for inexpensive planes to fly packages.
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Air travel in the US is roaring back to pre-p... Tags: Travel, Amazon, Transportation, News, California, Air Canada, Planes, US, Trends, Features, Canada, Arizona, Qantas, Aviation, Airbus, Airlines59 people like this. Like
July 18, 2021 at 8:47 AM Touring SAS Scandinavian Airlines' Airbus A350-900 XWB.
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SAS Scandinavian Airlines became the latest airline to fly the Airbus A350-900 XWB in January 2020, just before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Most travelers didn't get to experience the aircraft at the time but Europe is now reopening to tourists and SAS is once more deploying the aircraft on transatlantic routes.
The aircraft welcomes travelers with a modern interior with passenger-friendly enhancements at ev... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Europe, News, Sweden, Air Travel, Planes, US, Trends, Features, Chicago, Flying, Denmark, Aviation, Airbus, Norway147 people like this. Like
July 12, 2021 at 12:21 PM Christopher Bergeron
Christopher Bergeron has been working remotely from a boat off of Portland, Maine, since May.
The instructional design professor shares the 500-square-foot space on the boat with his two sons.
He says the move has been a win-win, giving him "more time to work and more time to play."
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Like most teachers working through the pandemic, Christopher Bergeron has been holding classes remotely for a while. In May, however, he t... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Florida, Trends, Remote Work, Features, New Hampshire, Maine, Boats, East Coast, Digital Nomad, Christopher, Liam, Bergeron, Portland Maine, StarLink62 people like this. Like
July 11, 2021 at 8:21 AM Flying home from Bogota, Colombia on American Airlines.
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The Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card comes with built-in trip insurance for when things go wrong.
Trip delays, trip cancellations, and baggage delays are covered under certain circumstances.
I was delayed by 12 hours after two American Airlines flight cancellations and could spend up to $500 on expenses.
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Flight delays and cancellations can be costly. Hours... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, Air Travel, Planes, Time, US, Trends, Features, Colombia, Flying, Chase, Dallas, Aviation, Airlines, Travel Insurance63 people like this. Like
July 11, 2021 at 8:00 AM Touring SAS Scandinavian Airlines' Airbus A350-900 XWB.
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Long-haul aircraft come with compartments in which bunks are available for flight attendants to rest and sleep.
The hostel-like setup can be a second home for cabin crew on ultra-long-haul flights.
Flight attendants will take turns servicing the cabin while the others rest.
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Next-generation aircraft are flying further than ever before and airlines are co... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, London, News, Air Travel, Minneapolis, Singapore, Planes, Trends, Features, Flying, Airbus, Airbus A350, Singapore Airlines, Flight Attendants52 people like this. Like
July 10, 2021 at 8:30 AM Marcel Perdomo
Insider spoke with 3 boat owners who earn money by renting out or chartering their vessels.
Some say business grew in the pandemic as people eager to head out saw boats as a safe way to do so.
One boat owner told Insider he handles 75 charters a week on average, grossing $200,000 per month.
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With summer underway, people are looking to head out on the water in greater numbers. The pandemic has only sparked even more interest, ... Tags: Travel, Florida, Trends, Features, Chicago, Philippines, Boats, Miami, Las Vegas, Caribbean, Charter, Rental, Yamaha, Lake Michigan, Rimas, Perdomo68 people like this. Like
July 9, 2021 at 2:54 PM Canadians have a long list of slang words and colorful expressions that would leave many Americans scratching their heads.
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Canada and the US are both English-speaking countries, but residents of each don't speak exactly alike.
Canadians have a long list of slang terms and colorful expressions that set their dialect apart.
Words like "keener," "gonger," and "Texas mickey" might confuse Americans.
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A keener is a pers... Tags: Travel, UK, Shutterstock, Texas, US, Los Angeles, Trends, Features, Canada, United States, United Kingdom, Language, James Franco, Seth Rogen, Jack, Chesterfield127 people like this. Like
July 5, 2021 at 8:49 AM Inside United Airlines' newest aircraft and interior.
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United Airlines is modernizing its fleet by installing seat-back entertainment screens on all narrow-body Boeing and Airbus planes.
More than 2,800 selections of movies, television shows, games, music, and podcasts will be available.
Larger overhead bins, mood lighting, in-seat power, and in-flight WiFi will also be installed.
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United Airlines received it... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, Air Travel, Washington, Planes, US, Trends, Features, Chicago, Flying, Delta, Aviation, Airbus, Newark, Airlines123 people like this. Like
June 29, 2021 at 5:22 PM If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more.
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One of the Rockies' premier destinations, Denver offers a mix of urban attractions and outdoor fun.
Attracting both visitors and permanent remote workers, short and long-term Airbnbs are in demand.
We found some of the best Denver Airbnbs at a range of price points, from $133 to $595 per night.
Denver is one of the fastest-growing cities in the US and its population has been steadily increa... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Colorado, US, Trends, Features, Capitol Hill, Airbnb, Lincoln, Denver, Botanic Gardens, Rockies, Destinations, Rocky Mountains, Southwest, Whittier76 people like this. Like
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Travel toys for toddlers aren't just good to have, they're an absolute necessity.
The best travel toys for toddlers will keep them busy while traveling by car or plane this summer.
Travel toys should not be too challenging for kids and should be difficult to lose.
Since many families will be hitting the road or flying this summer, every caregiver needs a reliable selection of mobile distr... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Amazon, Toys, Parenting, Trends, Walmart, Features, Toddler, Buy Buy Baby, Caterpillar, Barnes Noble, Eric Carle, Amazon Travel, Melissa Doug Flip, Insider Picks143 people like this. Like
June 27, 2021 at 8:26 AM The first flight of a Boeing 737 Max 10.
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Boeing's 737 Max 10 just flew for the first time, departing from Renton Municipal Airport near Seattle for a test flight on June 18.
The largest member of the Max family can fly up to 230 passengers as far as 3,300 nautical miles.
United Airlines holds the largest order for the aircraft with 100 planes to be delivered later in the decade.
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Boeing just put another miles... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, Air Travel, Washington, China, Planes, US, Trends, Features, Flying, Washington Dc, Aviation, Airbus, Newark, Jim Webb141 people like this. Like
June 27, 2021 at 8:46 AM Using Priority Pass at an airport restaurant.
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Chase offers complimentary Priority Pass memberships to its Sapphire Reserve cardholders, which grant access to airport lounges.
Priority Pass also includes certain airport restaurants and members are given a $28 meal allowance.
I used the perk on a recent trip and saw how easy it was to dine for virtually free.
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This tiny piece of metal is known as the Chase Sapphire... Tags: Travel, Food, Transportation, News, Airports, Washington, Restaurants, Planes, New York City, Trends, Features, Ronald Reagan, Washington Dc, Airlines, Priority Pass, Ben102 people like this. Like
June 27, 2021 at 9:33 AM Touring Amtrak's newly-upgraded Superliner train.
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Traditional dining is back on Amtrak as of June 23 on six long-distance routes.
Sleeper car customers traveling west of Chicago will have white tablecloth service with a new selection of elegant meals.
It's part of Amtrak's $28 million plan to upgrade its Superliner and Viewliner fleet of train cars.
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Rail riders may soon be packing dinner jackets for t... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, News, Trains, America, Trends, Features, Chicago, Atlantic, Rail Travel, Philadelphia, Dining, Train Travel, Amtrak, Orlando88 people like this. Like
June 27, 2021 at 8:16 AM Flying on Honeywell Aerospace's Boeing 757 testbed aircraft.
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Honeywell Aerospace is one of the leading aviation firms developing the safety technology of the future.
Its largest aircraft, a Boeing 757, tests everything from weather radar to brand-new engines.
The tech being developed by Honeywell and tested by the aircraft could've avoided recent near misses and can save lives.
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On July 7, 2017, a routine... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, Air Travel, Air Canada, Planes, Toronto, San Francisco, Trends, Features, Flying, Aviation, Vancouver, Boeing, United Airlines, Prescott79 people like this. Like
June 23, 2021 at 5:02 PM Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky
A refillable water bottle is a great sustainable option for staying hydrated while you're on the go.
The best should be durable, easily portable, and able to keep your beverages cold or hot for hours on end.
Our top pick, the , features rugged construction and excellent temperature retention.
Reusable water bottles are a must for anyone who wants to quench their thirst without leaving a trail of landfill-clogging plastic in their wake. But just like trave... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Kitchen, Trends, Features, Buying Guide, Toyota, Starbucks, Tsa, Oprah, Water Bottle, Stainless Steel, BPA, CamelBak, Chevy Silverado, Hydro Flask59 people like this. Like
June 21, 2021 at 1:51 PM Touring American Express' new Centurion Lounge at LaGuardia Airport.
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American Express just opened a new Centurion Lounge at New York's LaGuardia Airport on Monday.
The 10,000 square foot space is open to American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders flying on any airline.
Complimentary hot meals and alcoholic beverages are on offer as flyers await their flights in LaGuardia's brand-new Terminal B.
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... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, News, Airports, Air Travel, Planes, New York City, US, Trends, Features, Flying, New Jersey, Delta, American Express, Aviation125 people like this. Like
June 17, 2021 at 6:04 PM Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky
A good cat carrier is comfortable and safe for your pet and easy for you to transport.
We tested 30 pet carriers, including soft-sided carriers, hard-sided kennels, and backpacks.
The best cat carrier, Mr. Peanut's Gold Series Expandable Carrier, unzips to give a pet extra space.
The right cat carrier can make getting a feisty feline from Point A to Point B less stressful. Whether you're headed to the vet or the airport, a good carrier should have a h... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Cats, Trends, Features, Buying Guide, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Gadd, Grey, Frisco, Oakland California, Phoebe, Reston Virginia, Sherpa, Subaru of America Inc97 people like this. Like
June 16, 2021 at 10:43 AM Flying on a JetBlue Airways Airbus A220-300.
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JetBlue Airways is the latest US airline to fly the Airbus A220, a next-generation aircraft to replace the airline's Embraer E190s.
The 140-seat aircraft is configured in a unique 2-3 arrangement and gives flyers more seating choices based on preference.
JetBlue plans to fly the aircraft across the country thanks to the aircraft's 3,400-nautical mile range and fuel efficiency.
See more stories on Insider's b... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Florida, News, Air Travel, Boston, Planes, US, Trends, Features, Flying, Atlantic, Delta, Miami, Aviation, Airbus130 people like this. Like
June 15, 2021 at 11:44 AM Flying on private jet firm Set Jet.
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Set Jet is a membership-based private jet firm offering seats on private aircraft on set routes across the American West.
Flights cost less than $500 but still offer most of the trappings of a traditional private jet flight.
I flew on a Set Jet flight and was impressed by the luxury of the service for the low price point.
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Flying on a private jet is the very pinnacle of air trave... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, News, California, Planes, Trends, Features, Flying, Arizona, San Diego, Aviation, Las Vegas, Airlines, Costa Rica, Private Jets107 people like this. Like
June 13, 2021 at 8:03 AM Flying home from Bogota, Colombia on American Airlines.
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American Airlines canceled two of my flights when flying home from Bogotá, Colombia to New York, effectively leaving me stranded in the country.
I managed to get out of Bogotá using multiple tactics and passed the time thanks to a credit card perk.
American ended up giving me $24 in meal vouchers and a free layover hotel but had to fly me 2,000 miles from my original destination.
See more stories on Insider&#... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, News, Airports, Air Travel, Planes, US, Trends, Features, Colombia, Flying, Chase, American Express, Dallas, Miami85 people like this. Like
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