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International Beaches
Europe’s Most Beautiful Beaches Aren’t Always Where You Would Expect
Scattered across islands, national parks, medieval towns, and rugged coastlines, these are the shorelines worth building a European trip around.
June 27, 2026 03:59 AM
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Lottie Gross
Chimney Rock National Monument defining rock formation to the back drop of a two-toned evening, part turquoise, part dark blue, with a faint moon up above
Road Trips
Colorado Wants You to Stay Up Late on This New Stargazing Road Trip
June 26, 2026 07:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
Santa Maria Beach, Los Cabos, Baja California sur, Mexico
Trending News
The Best Time to Visit These Hot-Weather Destinations May Be the Hottest Time of Year
June 26, 2026 05:31 PM
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Jon Bailey
People in a fishing skift operated by the Boat Company with forest-covered cliffs in the background in Alaska
Small Ship Cruises
This Nonprofit Cruise Line Wants to Make You Fall in Love with Alaska—So That You’ll Help Protect It
June 26, 2026 01:03 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Folia Bar + Kitchen
Stay Here Next
This New California Wine Country Hotel Is Built Around Great Food
June 26, 2026 11:54 AM
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Michelle Baran
Kansas City - FIFA Fan Fest June 16th 2026
Cities We Love
Why World Cup Fans Are Falling for Kansas City, the Tournament’s Smallest Host City
June 26, 2026 05:19 AM
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Lauren Keith
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Trending News
The Cheapest Day to Book Flights Is Not When You Think
June 26, 2026 03:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
Clearer Guidelines Established for Flying With Emotional Support Animals
Air Travel News
Clearer Guidelines Established for Flying With Emotional Support Animals
August 9, 2019 05:35 PM
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Michelle Baran
This New Footbridge to a Medieval Castle Is Not for People With a Fear of Heights
Tips + News
This New Footbridge to a Medieval Castle Is Not for People With a Fear of Heights
August 9, 2019 03:10 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
New Orleans Bans Airbnb-Style Rentals From Garden District, Most of French Quarter
Hotels
New Orleans Bans Airbnb-Style Homes From Garden District, Most of French Quarter
August 9, 2019 12:55 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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In the Magazine
AFAR Celebrates 10 Years
August 9, 2019 10:54 AM
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Sara Button
American Airlines Is Making Its First Foray Into Africa
Air Travel News
American Airlines Is Making Its First Foray Into Africa
August 8, 2019 07:51 PM
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Michelle Baran
Smokey Bear Is Turning 75: Here’s Where You Can Celebrate
Tips + News
Smokey Bear Is Turning 75: Here’s Where You Can Celebrate
August 8, 2019 06:43 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The Thrill of Animal Encounters Is Dissipating for Travelers
Tips + News
The Thrill of Animal Encounters Is Dissipating for Travelers
August 8, 2019 05:13 PM
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Michelle Baran
Venice May Reroute Large Cruise Ships From City Center
Tips + News
Venice May Reroute Large Cruise Ships From City Center
August 8, 2019 04:13 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Tennessee’s Coolest City? It’s All About Knoxville
Where to Travel Next
Tennessee’s Coolest City? It’s All About Knoxville
August 8, 2019 01:57 PM
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Ashley M. Biggers
What Are the Best Hotel Perks?
Hotels
What Are the Best Hotel Perks?
August 8, 2019 09:47 AM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
Rome Bans Sitting on the Spanish Steps
Tips + News
Rome Bans Sitting on the Spanish Steps
August 7, 2019 12:33 PM
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Laura Itzkowitz
The Best Travel Rewards Programs
Loyalty + Rewards
The Best Travel Rewards Programs
August 6, 2019 05:35 PM
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Michelle Baran
Why It’s Time to Visit Hong Kong Now
Hotels
Why It’s Time to Visit Hong Kong Now
August 6, 2019 12:25 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
17 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Going on a Galápagos Cruise
Expedition Cruises
17 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Going on a Galápagos Cruise
August 5, 2019 05:18 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Away Just Released a New Version of Its Carry-On With a Major Upgrade
Packing Tips + Gear
Away Just Released a New Version of Its Carry-On With a Major Upgrade
August 5, 2019 04:03 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
SFO Bans Sale of Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles
Travel for Good
SFO Bans Sale of Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles
August 2, 2019 05:14 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
This Country Will Finally Let Women Travel Independently
Trending News
This Country Will Finally Let Women Travel Independently
August 2, 2019 03:26 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Rome Bars McDonald’s From Opening Near Ancient Site
Restaurants + Cafés
Rome Bars McDonald’s From Opening Near Ancient Site
August 2, 2019 03:09 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Everything We Know So far About Universal’s Epic Universe Theme Park
Trending News
Everything We Know So far About Universal’s Epic Universe Theme Park
August 1, 2019 07:37 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
This Hotel Company Says “Good-Bye” to Mini Bathroom Amenities
Sustainable Travel
This Hotel Company Says “Good-Bye” to Mini Bathroom Amenities
August 1, 2019 03:37 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Why Now Is the Time to Visit Lima
Restaurants + Cafés
Why Now Is the Time to Visit Lima
August 1, 2019 12:53 PM
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Mary Holland
How This Airplane Is Changing the Experience of Flying
Air Travel News
How This Airplane Is Changing the Experience of Flying
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In the Magazine
The Traveler’s Guide to Happiness
August 1, 2019 10:57 AM
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Staff
The Secrets of Why Islands Make Us Happy
Islands
The Secrets of Why Islands Make Us Happy
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Can Travel Make You Happy?
From the Editor
Can Travel Make You Happy?
July 31, 2019 07:13 PM
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Julia Cosgrove
7 New Hotels With Dreamy Minimalist Designs
Hotels
7 New Hotels With Dreamy Minimalist Designs
July 31, 2019 07:07 PM
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Lindsay Lambert
We’re Celebrating AFAR’s 10th Anniversary–Thanks to You
Founder’s Note
We’re Celebrating AFAR’s 10th Anniversary–Thanks to You
July 31, 2019 07:04 PM
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Greg Sullivan
On Air: Michael Holtz on the Best Business Class, Flight Shaming, and “Secret” Air Routes
AFAR Advisor
An Interview With Michael Holtz on the Best Business Class, Flight Shaming, and “Secret” Air Routes
July 31, 2019 05:28 PM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
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