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Some of Playa Viva's accommodations are treehouses that hover six feet off the ground.
Some of Playa Viva's accommodations are treehouses that hover six feet off the ground.
Hotels
17 Magical Tree House Hotels Around the World
Eat, sleep, and live your childhood dream with a bird’s-eye view at one of these tree house hotels.
October 2, 2026 08:20 PM
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Bailey Berg
A tram in Amsterdam featuring an image of Yayoi Kusama and depictions of her art for her Stedelijk Museum exhibit
Museums + Galleries
Yayoi Kusama’s Final Major Exhibit Is Taking Place in Amsterdam
October 2, 2026 05:22 PM
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Bailey Berg
A humpback whale breaching in Alaska
Cruise
Ship Strikes Are Among the Biggest Threats to Whales. One Cruise Line Wants to Help Change That
October 1, 2026 01:36 PM
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Michelle Baran
3 people with dirt bikes practice figure eights in a field in British Columbia
Outdoor Adventure
I Crashed, Stalled, and Slayed a Few Dragons at Dirt Bike Camp in British Columbia
October 1, 2026 08:30 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
A Japanese temple surrounded by trees with a mountain and city skyline in the background
Off The Tourist Trail
I’ve Been a Tour Guide in Tokyo for More Than 20 Years. These Are My Tips for Avoiding the Crowds in Japan.
October 1, 2026 02:58 AM
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Yukari Sakamoto
A snow-capped Mount Denali with streaks of clouds in front of it in Denali National Park
Trending News
Why 2027 Is the Year to Visit Denali National Park
September 29, 2026 08:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
view of an airplane wing with the sun shining and clouds below
Air Travel News
Here’s Why You Need to Know What Type of Plane You’ll Fly On—and How to Find Out
September 29, 2026 03:52 AM
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Ramsey Qubein
How to Recreate a Day in Sydney at Home
Cities We Love
How to Recreate a Day in Sydney at Home
May 21, 2020 03:04 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
These French Soap Sheets Are My Greatest Travel Hack
Packing Tips + Gear
These French Soap Sheets Are My Greatest Travel Hack
May 21, 2020 01:35 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Introducing AFAR’s First Book Club
Books
Introducing AFAR’s First Book Club
May 20, 2020 12:29 PM
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Sara Button
VIDEO: Carbon Emissions Are Dropping in 30 of the World’s Largest Cities
Videos
VIDEO: Carbon Emissions Are Dropping in 30 of the World’s Largest Cities
May 19, 2020 08:01 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Europe’s Museums Begin to Reopen With New Rules and “Social-Distancing Devices”
Museums + Galleries
Europe’s Museums Begin to Reopen With New Rules and “Social-Distancing Devices”
May 19, 2020 07:56 PM
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Sarah Buder
You Could Win a Picasso Painting for €100 Through This Raffle
Art + Architecture
You Could Win a Picasso Painting for €100 Through This Raffle
May 19, 2020 05:41 PM
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John Leicester
RV Rentals Are Zooming Along Right Now
Tips + News
RV Rentals Are Zooming Along Right Now
May 18, 2020 07:51 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Las Vegas Airport Installs PPE Vending Machines
Air Travel News
Las Vegas Airport Installs PPE Vending Machines
May 18, 2020 07:11 PM
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Sara Button
How Coronavirus Is Helping Venice Reimagine Tourism
Tips + News
How Coronavirus Is Helping Venice Reimagine Tourism
May 18, 2020 04:52 PM
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Colleen Barry
What Is an Immunity Passport—and Do I Need One to Travel?
The Future of Travel
What Is an Immunity Passport—and Do I Need One to Travel?
May 18, 2020 04:36 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
How to Pretend You’re in Puerto Rico at Home
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Pretend You’re in Puerto Rico at Home
May 18, 2020 03:24 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Hawaiian Lantern Floating Festival Will Livestream Memorial Day Ritual
Festivals + Events
Hawaiian Lantern Floating Festival Will Livestream Memorial Day Ritual
May 18, 2020 09:55 AM
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Ann Shields
New Bill Requires Airlines to Offer Full Refunds—Even if the Customer Canceled
Air Travel News
New Bill Requires Airlines to Offer Full Refunds—Even if the Customer Canceled
May 15, 2020 08:15 PM
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Michelle Baran
Slovenia Declares End to Coronavirus Epidemic and Loosens Visitor Quarantine Restrictions
Tips + News
Slovenia Declares End to Coronavirus Epidemic and Loosens Visitor Quarantine Restrictions
May 15, 2020 06:34 PM
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Tim Chester
12 Movies Set in Tokyo to Stream Right Now
Art + Culture
12 Movies Set in Tokyo to Stream Right Now
May 15, 2020 05:30 PM
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Staff
Go on Safari From Your Living Room—and Become a Conservationist, Too
Outdoor Adventure
Go on Safari From Your Living Room—and Become a Conservationist, Too
May 15, 2020 04:57 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
An “Electric Bloom” of Light Installations Just Opened at This Botanical Garden
Art + Architecture
An “Electric Bloom” of Light Installations Just Opened at This Botanical Garden
May 15, 2020 04:48 PM
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Sarah Buder
Hong Kong Shop Starts to Offer “Tear Gas” Flavor Ice Cream
Tips + News
Hong Kong Shop Starts to Offer “Tear Gas” Flavor Ice Cream
May 15, 2020 02:37 PM
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Nadia Lam
This Massive Coronavirus-Themed Mural in the Swiss Alps Inspires Hope
Tips + News
This Massive Coronavirus-Themed Mural in the Swiss Alps Inspires Hope
May 15, 2020 02:04 PM
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Sarah Buder
10 Virtual Travel Ideas That Will Transport You to Another Place
COVID + Travel
10 Virtual Travel Ideas That Will Transport You to Another Place
May 15, 2020 01:29 PM
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Jessie Beck
VIDEO: Norway Recycles 97 Percent of Its Plastic Bottles
Travel for Good
VIDEO: Norway Recycles 97 Percent of Its Plastic Bottles
May 14, 2020 08:33 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Europe’s Plan for Reopening Borders and Travel Within the EU
Tips + News
Europe’s Plan for Reopening Borders and Travel Within the EU
May 14, 2020 04:30 PM
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Michelle Baran
Belgian Man Uses Cranes to Reunite Families During Quarantine
Tips + News
Belgian Man Uses Cranes to Reunite Families During Quarantine
May 14, 2020 02:09 PM
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Raf Casert
The Best Beaches in Grenada
International Beaches
The Best Beaches in Grenada
May 14, 2020 11:47 AM
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Terry Ward
Required Eating: 9 Meals Not to Miss in Grenada
Food + Drink
Required Eating: 9 Meals Not to Miss in Grenada
May 14, 2020 11:46 AM
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Terry Ward
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Destination Spotlight
To Italy, With Love
May 14, 2020 09:22 AM
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Staff
VIDEO: In India, Elephant-Friendly Tea Is Brewing Change
Travel for Good
VIDEO: In India, Elephant-Friendly Tea Is Brewing Change
May 13, 2020 07:31 PM
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Maggie Fuller
VIDEO: African Countries Are Joining Together to Build a 4,750-Mile Wall of Trees
Travel for Good
VIDEO: African Countries Are Joining Together to Build a 4,750-Mile Wall of Trees
May 13, 2020 07:30 PM
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Maggie Fuller
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