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A row of United aircraft all parked at airport gates alongside each other
Air Travel News
United Airlines Removes Thousands of Flights From Its Summer Schedule
The carrier has reduced its domestic seat capacity by nearly 5 percent. Here’s what travelers need to know.
July 10, 2026 02:20 PM
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Bailey Berg
Left: sheep in a meadow at Errington Cheese Farm in Scotland. Right: wheels of Lanark Blue cheese resting on a shelf
Food + Drink
Scotland’s Cheese Trail Is the Farmhouse Food Adventure You Didn’t Know You Needed
July 10, 2026 11:45 AM
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Camille Berry
A colorful display of traditional Mexican dishes served on a vibrant tablecloth with authentic ceramics.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Here’s How Much and When You Should Tip When Traveling in Mexico
July 9, 2026 02:43 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
Left hand picture: a person looking at a wall of framed art at the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration exterior; right-hand picture is the brick exterior of the museum which was a historic waterworks building
Museums + Galleries
Britain’s First Illustration Museum Has Opened—Here’s What to See
July 9, 2026 10:56 AM
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Lucy Kehoe
River view of Indianapolis's White River with kayakers and city skyline in the background
Outdoor Adventure
This Midwestern Capital Wants to Be America’s Newest River City
July 9, 2026 08:00 AM
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Matt Kirouac
A single boat glides along the dark-blue water in Malta with a large, sand-colored cliff along the shore
Where to Travel Next
The Mediterranean’s Best-Kept Secret Is Now Easier Than Ever to Reach—Here’s Why You Should Go
July 8, 2026 12:09 PM
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Heidi Mitchell
Vista of green cliffs along West Texas Highway 170 on Mexico Border and Rio Grande River
Road Trips
The 10 Best Scenic Drives in Texas, From Wildflower Fields to Cajun Country
July 8, 2026 10:05 AM
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Mae Hamilton
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
toitalywithlove-hero.jpeg
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
Touchless Services and Hospital-Grade Cleaning: What Hotels Are Doing to Meet Coronavirus Health Standards
The Future of Travel
Touchless Services and Hospital-Grade Cleaning: What Hotels Are Doing to Meet Coronavirus Health Standards
May 13, 2020 07:19 PM
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Michelle Baran
6 Classic Italian Cocktails to Make at Home When You’re Craving Italy
Food + Drink
6 Must-Try, Classic Italian Cocktails—Plus How to Make Them at Home
May 13, 2020 05:23 PM
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Ashley Goldsmith
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