By The Way: There’s still time to plan a summer trip. Here’s how.

July 16, 2021

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In case you missed it this week: Your guide to existing in an airport again; how to plan a last-minute summer vacation; and what to know about restrictions in France.

Do's and don'ts

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The completely correct guide to being in an airport again

It's been a long time since many of us have flown. Here are the basics to help you prepare for your glorious return to the inglorious airport.

Last-minute travel

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Here's how to salvage summer vacation, according to travel experts

Travelers are trying to cram in a last trip or two before the return of school and office life.

In-flight drama

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Woman was duct-taped to her seat after trying to open plane door midflight

She also bit a crew member during the Texas-to-North Carolina flight last week, the airline says.

A guide to Europe

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Everything you need to know about traveling to France this summer

France has re-opened to American travelers. Here's what to know before you go.

Norwegian Cruise Line sues Florida over DeSantis ban on vaccine passports

Norwegian calls Florida's ban on vaccine verification an "anomalous, misguided intrusion" that threatens the company's plan to resume cruises in the state.

What cruising is like right now, according to 7 people who spent weeks at sea

Wildlife encounters have turned deadly this summer. How to stay safe when visiting the outdoors.

As lockdown restrictions ease, a changed London awaits the return of foreign tourists

'The Smithsonian of the Valley' puts San Fernando Valley history on display

Why we need to stop calling food 'exotic'

The 25 best sandwiches in the D.C. area

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There's more to see

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Travel has returned, and we are updating our City Guides to nearly 70 cities around the world so you can plan your dream trip. This week, our featured guide is to Austin.

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Hi! 👋 Austin Graff, your D.C. local guide here. As D.C. reopens, Eastern Market is full of life again. The longest continuously operating market in the city, the Italianate-style market is open Tuesday through Sunday. On weekends, a year-round flea market pops up on the surrounding streets. Browse local vendors selling art, antiques, clothes and jewelry. When you're done, order a latte at Peregrine, one of the city's oldest independent coffee shops, and a smoothie from Turning Natural, a Black-owned and woman-owned juice bar. For more of Austin's recommendations, check out our full guide to D.C.