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David Barzelay of San Francisco's lauded Lazy Bear restaurant has created a dish made of a hashbrown with pickled relish and cured trout roe for United
Air Travel News
United’s Business Fliers Will Be Served Meals by the Stars of Netflix’s “Chef’s Table.” Here’s a Sneak Preview
The airline is making a huge push to upgrade the food service for its Polaris passengers.
June 12, 2026 05:18 PM
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Chris Dong
Williamsburg, VA USA - September 16, 2022: Shields Tavern, a historic eating restaurant, in the tourist town of Colonial Williamsburg
Food + Drink
14 Ye Olde Historic Taverns Across 7 U.S. States Where You Can Toast the Revolution
June 12, 2026 01:27 PM
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Brooke Barbier
two people sitting by the lake with mountains in the background and the picture is made to look like it's been ripped in half
Travel Tips + Etiquette
What Happens if Your Relationship Ends Before a Big Trip? Well, Now There’s Insurance for That
June 12, 2026 12:35 PM
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Mark Ellwood
National Landing presents Pride Happy Hour at Freddie’s Beach Bar on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Arlington. (Asico Photo)
LGBTQ Travel
Why You Should Visit This Queer Military Bar Created During a Time of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
June 12, 2026 09:56 AM
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Katie Chang
An A-frame Airbnb cabin in Canada sitting atop granite rocks with a smattering of tall, slender pine trees around and a sunset in the distance
Loyalty + Rewards
Chase Sapphire Preferred Just Added Major New Card Benefits—While Removing Some Others
June 11, 2026 06:33 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
People riding colorful boats in the Xochimilco canals of Mexico City
Trending News
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico Has a New Message for Travelers as the World Cup Begins
June 11, 2026 05:45 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
American Airlines Plane at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Trending News
American Airlines Suspends 6 Domestic Routes Due to Rising Fuel Costs
June 11, 2026 05:42 PM
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Bailey Berg
The Things That Cheered Us Up This Week
Art + Culture
The Things That Cheered Us Up This Week
May 22, 2020 01:02 PM
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Staff
13 Easy Breads to Bake From Around the World
Food + Drink
13 Easy Breads to Bake From Around the World
May 22, 2020 12:47 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Video: Designers and Distillers Get Creative During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Travel for Good
Video: Designers and Distillers Get Creative During the Coronavirus Pandemic
May 21, 2020 09:28 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Yosemite Might Require Reservations When It Reopens
Tips + News
Yosemite Might Require Reservations When It Reopens
May 21, 2020 07:02 PM
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Maggie Fuller
How to Pretend You’re in Buenos Aires at Home
Cities We Love
How to Pretend You’re in Buenos Aires at Home
May 21, 2020 04:50 PM
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Sarah Buder
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
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