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Packing Tips + Gear

Away’s New Holiday Suitcases Will Brighten Up the Baggage Carousel—and They’re 20 Percent off Right Now

Savings on the sparkly suitcases in the luggage brand’s limited-edition holiday collections start at $63 off.

November 16, 2023 12:59 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Videos

6 Useful Accessories I Never Travel Without [VIDEO]

Bring these items on your next trip.

December 16, 2023 07:21 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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Hotels

These Boutique Hotels Will Now Loan You Fun Wardrobe Accessories During Your Stay—for Free

Whether you actually forgot an item or just want to try out a new purse or pair of sunglasses, a new partnership between Kimpton and Anthropologie has you covered.

July 20, 2023 06:58 PM

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Bailey Berg

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Travel Accessories We Never Leave Home Without

Sure, you’d never travel without your toothbrush—but what about a refillable toothpaste tube?

December 14, 2023 11:46 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Underwater Cameras, According to Divers

Plus a few key accessories to take below the surface.

November 2, 2021 05:12 PM

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Adrienne Jordan

Rows of brown seats in the economy cabin of a plane

Air Travel News

5 Easy Ways to Make Your Economy Flight More Comfortable

A long-haul flight in economy can feel less turbulent with some basic accessories and prep work.

March 4, 2025 02:42 AM

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Sophie Friedman

Style + Design

Where to Shop in Cape Town: 8 Great Boutiques

Bring home a piece of the city by visiting stylish stores from local fashion, accessory, and home-decor designers.

March 21, 2022 04:17 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Organic vineyards near Mendoza in Argentina with Andes in the background

Packing Tips + Gear

11 Gifts for the Wine Lovers in Your Life

These are the best bottles, accessories, and trips to give wine lovers this year.

November 4, 2022 04:47 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

Away Just Launched 5 New Products—and None Are Luggage

For the first time, Away is selling travel pillows, masks, blankets, and more.

April 8, 2021 06:42 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Open suitcase filled with folded clothes against a striped carpet.

Packing Tips + Gear

This Is Everything You Need to Pack for Your Next Cruise

No need to go overboard packing for your cruise. Here’s exactly what you need to bring for a wide range of activities.

March 3, 2026 05:24 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Packing Tips + Gear

Add Some Sparkle to Your Travels With Away’s Limited-Edition Holiday Collection

This season, the direct-to-consumer luggage company is releasing hard-shell suitcases in five new colors, including yellow, red, and black with a high-shine glitter finish.

November 23, 2021 12:19 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

Away Just Debuted More Than 15 New Items

With this new collection, the popular luggage company just doubled its core line of bags and travel accessories.

November 12, 2020 08:20 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Illustration of a blue station wagon with two dark skinned people in the front seats and two suitcases on the roof rack.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

TSA and AAA’s Tips on How to Handle Thanksgiving Travel

If you’re traveling for Thanksgiving, you’re not alone—so are more than 55 million other people. Here’s what to know before heading out.

October 25, 2024 12:08 PM

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Michelle Baran

Packing Tips + Gear

19 Travel Packing Tips From Frequent Travelers

Use these tips from Afar staff and other travel experts to pack more efficiently and stay organized on the road.

March 17, 2025 09:41 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Several rows of JetBlue's Even More Space seating, grey airplane seats with orange trim

Air Travel News

JetBlue Introduces a New Class of Service

The New York City–based airline is giving its added-legroom seats “even more” love.

January 29, 2025 05:49 PM

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Bailey Berg

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