Fresh Stories from Oyster
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Tech
Alexa Is Coming to Hotel Rooms (and What that Means for Your Privacy)
"Alexa, order wine." This morning, Amazon announced a new program called Alexa for Hospitality. The e-commerce powerhouse is introducing its…
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Steamy
7 Nude Travel Experiences to Add to Your Bucket List
While some may consider stripping down in front of complete strangers uncomfortable, others find it to be a thrilling experience…
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Las Vegas
What to Pack for a Perfect Trip to Vegas
Heading to Vegas and racking your brain over what to pack? We’re here to help. While you can find pretty…
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Luxury
Best Luxury Hotels in Soho, New York City
Chic shopping, be-seen restaurants, and trendy nightlife make Soho one of New York's most vibrant fashion and dining districts. And…
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Travel Inspiration
Where to Recover From a Layoff, Breakup, or Other Major Life Setbacks
Travel can be the cure for some pretty monumental setbacks, from layoffs to breakups to illnesses. (“Eat, Pray, Love,” anyone?)…
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Europe
Top 5 LGBTQ-Friendly Destinations to Visit in Europe
June has arrived, meaning that cities around the United States and abroad will start kicking off their Pride festivals, parades…
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Cancun
10 Things to Pack for a Perfect Trip to Cancun
Cancun, located at the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula, is one of the most popular spots for a beach vacation…
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Romantic
Most Romantic Hotels in Napa Valley
Northern California's famous wine-producing idyll has long drawn romance-seekers and honeymooners. Take a look at the intimate inns, stunning winery…
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Cruise
6 Tips on How to Avoid Food Poisoning on a Cruise
There’s no quicker way to spoil a cruise vacation than to be hit with a terrible a case of food…
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Flying
10 TSA-Approved Beauty Products You May Not Know Exist
There isn't an air traveler in America who hasn't felt the pain of the TSA's liquid restrictions. Sometimes this pain…
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All-Inclusive
The Ultimate Cheat Sheet for Caribbean All-Inclusive Resort Club Upgrades
The best part of booking an all-inclusive vacation is that everything -- food, drinks, activities, and accommodations -- is supposed…
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Luxury
Best Luxury Hotels in London
Steeped in history, with wonderful tourist sites at every turn, London is one of the world's most popular travel locations…
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Travel Tips
How To: Pick the Right Trip Insurance
With recent terrorist attacks and unpredictable weather patterns, travel insurance, which once seemed like an impulse purchase, has grown in…
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Travel Tips
8 Things You Should Never Do at Hotel Checkout
For most hotel guests, checking out is an afterthought. It’s the last thing you have to do before heading home…
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Mexico
Top 9 Family Hotels on Mexico’s Pacific Coast
Traveling with kids means no more spa days, poolside cocktails, and late-night entertainment while on vacation, right? Wrong. Ahead are…
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Travel Tips
Everything You Need to Know About Passport Renewals
Are you a U.S. citizen? Is your passport close to expiring? If so, here's everything you need to know about…
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Fashion and Style
The Best One-Piece Swimsuits for Travel
One-piece swimsuits are great for travel. First of all, they're easy to keep track of (imagine arriving at your beach…
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Historic
The Most Famous Hotels in Paris
"When I dream of afterlife in heaven," Ernest Hemingway once said, "the action always takes place in the Paris Ritz."…
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Shopping
The Best Books to Read This Summer (Plus, Where to Read Them)
Like sunscreen, sunglasses, and swimwear, a good book is a summer travel essential. Enhanced by the destination in which you…
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New York City
The 9 Best Hotels in New York City Under $200 a Night
New York City is one of the world's most popular cities to visit, and with good reason. The Big Apple…
