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Rachel Chang

Californian-turned-New Yorker (well, Hobokenite) Rachel started her editorial career chasing celebrities as a teen and entertainment magazine editor (Us Weekly, CosmoGIRL!, J-14). Along the way, she also started chasing passport stamps, writing travel stories for Airbnb Magazine, Travel + Leisure, Rolling Stone, Parade, and Mic. She now covers both travel and pop culture while wandering the world—often reluctantly running races (including the NYC marathon, twice) along the way.

14 Asian American–Founded Brands Designing Travel Gear We Love

From durable luggage to leakproof reusable toiletry bottles and bug repellant balm.

15 Best Lightweight Rain Jackets for Travelers

Easy-to-pack jackets for every rainy day adventure.

13 Best Airbnbs in New Jersey

The Garden State has it all, whether you’re looking for NYC views or a charming Jersey Shore getaway.

25 Best Arch Support Shoes for Long Days on Your Feet

Comfortable sneakers, sandals, and slip-ons for flat-footed travelers. 

Solar Eclipse 2024: Expect Flight Delays and Traffic Jams from Texas to Maine

Pack your patience—and your eclipse viewing glasses—if you're traveling this week.

Taiwan Earthquake: What to Know About Travel and How to Help

A deadly earthquake shook Taiwan on Wednesday morning, impacting Hualien City and the wider region.

There's a New Airport in Tulum—With Nonstop Flights From the US

Now Americans can get to the Riviera Maya hotspot without the two-hour commute from Cancun.

The Best Flights to View the 2024 Solar Eclipse From the Sky

Flights from six US airlines overlap with the eclipse path on April 8—here's the complete list.

Newark Liberty’s Terminal A Becomes the Third US Airport to Receive a Prestigious 5-Star Rating

Newark was once considered the ugly ducking of New York City's airports—no longer.

17 Running Shoes Worth Packing—Whether You're a Casual Runner or a Marathoner

Tried-and-true running shoes from Nike, Adidas, Brooks and more.

What to Know About Airbnb's New Camera Ban Before Booking Your Next Stay

The new policy goes into effect globally April 30.

How Lululemon’s New Casual Sneaker Stacks Up Against Other Travel Shoes

I've been wearing the brand's first everyday shoe consistently for the last three weeks—here are my thoughts.

These Are the Best Airports in North America, According to a New Passenger Survey

Little-known airports in Michigan and South Carolina won awards in all five categories.

25 Best Sports Bras, According to Runners of All Levels

Shop zip-front, racerback, and pullover options recommended by amateurs and Olympians alike.

LaGuardia Goes From Worst to Best Airport in New Passenger Survey

Some $8 billion and five years later, the long-beleaguered LaGuardia Airport is getting the last laugh.

TSA Facial Recognition Is Being Rolled Out at More US Airports

United and Delta passengers with TSA PreCheck can now opt in to the technology at seven US airports.

This Year's Top Spring Break Travel Trends

From South Florida cruises to chasing the eclipse, these travel trends are a mix of the classic and unique.

Delta Just Announced a Second Solar Eclipse Flight

Delta flight 1010 will chase the solar eclipse's path of totality from Dallas to Detroit on April 8.

The Country’s Newest National Park Is a Former Japanese Incarceration Site

American citizens of Japanese descent were forcibly relocated to ‘Camp Amache’ between 1942 and 1945—the new designation will allow more travelers to hear their stories.

What NYC’s Port Authority Bus Terminal Could Look Like After a $10 Billion Redesign

The sweeping renovation would take place over eight years—and transform the future of travel in NYC.