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Air Travel News

Flying in Economy? Here Are 4 Easy Ways to Make Your Flight More Comfortable

The idea of a long-haul flight in economy can feel a lot less turbulent if you follow these tips from frequent flyers.

January 05, 2024 12:16 PM

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Kristin Limoges

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In the Magazine

Learning the Value of Slowing Down on Slovenia’s Juliana Trail

Cheese dumplings, medieval towns, and ancient mountains—one writer hikes the 167-mile-long Juliana Trail.

December 01, 2023 01:06 PM

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Peggy Orenstein

I Just Flew New Low-Cost Airline Play to Iceland—This Is What It Was Like

Air Travel News

This Is What It’s Really Like to Fly Low-Cost Airline Play to Europe

Icelandic airline Play offers fares to Europe as low as $100 one-way. AFAR’s special air correspondent recently flew the airline to find out if there’s a catch.

October 31, 2023 06:00 PM

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Barbara Peterson

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Holiday Travel

15 Advent Calendars Travelers Will Love

Count down the days to Christmas with these Advent calendars filled with chocolate, coffee, and travel-size beauty products from around the world.

October 27, 2023 01:38 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Le Panoramic restaurant, located at the top of a ski resort in Courchevel, France

Winter Sports

What Is Après-Ski? A Guide to Where and How to Experience It Around the World

Whether you’re new to the scene or know the difference between alpine styles, we’ll give you the rundown of après-ski subtleties around the world.

October 24, 2023 01:42 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Cities We Love

Falling in Love With Türkiye Again on a Weeklong Trip

Our AFAR cofounder reconnects with a beloved city and discovers what’s new and notable from Istanbul to Cappadocia.

April 20, 2023 12:01 PM

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Greg Sullivan

Epic Trips

A Night to Remember on the Greenland Ice Sheet

When the going gets tough, the tough use hand warmers.

March 29, 2023 02:39 PM

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Stephanie Vermillion

Panoramic view of Stroget street in Copenhagen, Denmark

Style + Design

Love Danish Design? Bring These Souvenirs Home From Copenhagen

Our senior gear editor and lover of all things Denmark weighs in on the best souvenirs.

February 10, 2023 03:28 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Restaurants + Cafés

7 Best New Restaurants in Washington, D.C.

From an Italian place with 40-layer lasagna to a Latin-Mediterranean spot serving dim sum platters, these are the restaurants to book now.

January 05, 2022 01:12 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals for Travelers in 2021

Amazon Prime Day takes place on June 21 and 22 this year.

June 21, 2021 07:52 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

Restock Your Toiletry Bag With These Amazon Prime Day Beauty Deals

A few of our favorite travel-size toiletries and health essentials are on sale right now.

October 13, 2020 05:17 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Weekend Getaways

The Best Weekend Getaways in the United States

There’s never been a better time to explore close to home.

February 20, 2019 10:53 AM

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AFAR Editors

Food + Drink

A Quest to Cook Like My Grandma Led Me to an Italy Most Travelers Miss

On the toe of the Italian peninsula, a second-generation Italian American finds striking landscapes, underappreciated cuisine, and warm hearts.

November 28, 2018 04:40 PM

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Freda Moon

Bars + Nightlife

Santa Barbara’s Ultimate Tasting Room Trail

In this beautiful seaside town, you can sample many of California’s most exciting wines without ever getting in your car.

August 22, 2018 08:00 PM

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Georgia Freedman

Restaurants + Cafés

Tar, Spaghetti, and Other Totally Real Ice Cream Flavors You Need to Try in Europe

Chocolate and vanilla are classics, but on your next trip to the continent, opt instead for one of Europe’s quirkier traditional flavors. Like resin or licorice. Trust us.

June 07, 2018 05:56 PM

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Chris Ciolli

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