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Destination: MEXICO CITY
The Festivals of Mexico City
Mexico City is an almost magical place - the center of custom, culture and cuisine for Mexico. When traveling to foreign countries, the best way to truly experience the destination is to become part of the local culture – do as the locals do. If you haven’t considered it before, think about attending a local festival if you are at your destination at the right time.
Featured Article

Mardi Gras in New Orleans: Everything You Need to Know in 2020 - Condé Nast Traveler
New Orleans natives have their own traditions, separate from when the crowds descend.
Of Special Interest

All Around Asia: Celebrating Culture & Luxury | World Travel Magazine
A touch of the Orient, a glimmer of the Middle East – Asia is a melting pot of cultures exploding with diverse charms.

Travel Advisory Updates to Know Now: Zika, Cuba, and Beyond | Jetsetter
It seems like there’s always some headline about changes in travel regulations or weather forecasts that could derail any vacation. To ensure a smooth trip, it’s best to stay aware of the big travel issues happening now, from new TSA rules to Department of State advisories. Here’s what you absolutely need to know before you go.

15 Secrets of the Colosseum in Rome | Travel + Leisure
The Colosseum is second only to Vatican City as the most visited spot in Italy: Close to 6 million tourists a year visit the monument.

How to Get Your Baby a Passport | Travel + Leisure
Here are the things you’ll need to apply: a DS-11 passport application; the baby’s birth certificate; parents’ IDs (driver’s license does the trick); the baby’s photo; an $80 check for the U.S. Department of State; and $25 for processing.
City Spotlight

Making sense of Dubai's Palm Jumeirah | World Travel Magazine
The world’s most famous man-made island stretches its sandy branches into the Persian Gulf with all the elaborate indulgences one can think of—from heart-stopping seaside views, lip-smacking epicurean feasts, and swanky hotels that endow royal services unlike any other.
Country Spotlight

On a Myanmar River Cruise, a Rare Chance to Interact With Burmese Monks - Condé Nast Traveler
A cruise down the Irrawaddy River offers a glimpse into the cultural ritual of providing food for monks.

Uncovering the real treasure of Fiji | World Travel Magazine
With a welcoming community spirit that embraces visitors as family, Fiji’s sharing culture is deeply rooted.

Maldives - paradise of the modern world | World Travel Magazine
Luminous blue waters engulf a vast collection of islands, each one boasting with unadulterated coastal perfection that lures sea wanderers into its sugar-white shores.
Air Travel

These 11 Items Are Your Best Shot at Having an OK Middle Seat Experience | Travel + Leisure
From noise-canceling headphones to a comfortable travel pillow and an aromatherapy hand lotion, keep reading to shop everything you need to make the dreaded seat assignment a more pleasant experience. Consider it your definitive middle seat survival kit.

It Does Matter When You Check in to Your Flight—Here’s What You Need to Know | Travel + Leisure
While it typically makes sense to check in as soon as the app or website allows it, there are times when it’s smarter to check in later.