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These Popular Cities Are Banning Cars From Their City Centers
Gas prices are painful enough at home. About 80 percent of Americans now live in urban areas, according to the US Census Bureau, and city centers are more congested than ever.
Congestion tolls in New York, London, and Brussels have helped, but a growing number of cities are going further: pushing gas-powered cars out of city centers entirely.
Here's where it's already happening, and what it means if you're planning a visit.
G U I D E
Zion and Beyond: Where to Play, Eat, and Stay in Southern Utah
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Southern Utah sits on the Colorado Plateau, a vast elevated expanse of ancient sandstone carved by rivers over millions of years into the canyons, mesas, and red rock formations that define the region. For outdoor enthusiasts, it's one of the most compelling landscapes in the country.
STAYS & DEALS
Where to Sleep, Splurge, and Save
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Sublime Sand, Portugal: New this month in Comporta, Portugal, on one of Europe's most untouched Atlantic coastlines. 43 private pool villas, four new restaurants, and Comporta's first nightclub.
Tower Club Signature Collection, lebua Bangkok: The world's first vertical destination just leveled up. New suites include lounge access, afternoon high tea, limousine service, and dedicated butler service, all above two Michelin-starred restaurants and Bangkok's skyline.
Jamaica All-inclusive Packages: Flight and nights included. Pick your vibe, whether that's quiet beachfront or a high-energy resort, and book a package that handles everything.
Puente Romano Marbella, Spain: The Andalusian village-style resort includes professional babysitting, so parents can actually use the award-winning spa and adults-only pool club.
Southernmost Beach Resort, Key West: Stay longer and save up to 25% off so you can truly unwind on island time.
H A C K S
12 Ways to Beat Jet Lag (And the One This Travel Editor Swears By)
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Summer trips are coming. And you don’t have time to waste days adjusting to a new time zone. These 12 strategies cover everything from light exposure to sleep scheduling, and one of them has a travel editor fully convinced.
T R A V E L
How to Plan a World Cup Trip to Vancouver, With or Without a Ticket
Photo: Dyana Lederman
The World Cup is reason enough to book. Vancouver gives you every reason to come back even without a ticket.
S T A Y S
The Kid-Friendly Mexico Resort That Lets Adults Have Their Vacation, Too
Photo: Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa Resort
One entrance, two lobbies, and one clever rule: guests on the Secrets side can access all Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa Resort amenities, while the adults-only spaces stay peacefully kid-free. Book the side that fits your trip, use Dreams as the social hub, and take adults-only breaks as needed.
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