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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
With Humans Away, Whales Play off the Coast of Southern France
Tips + News
With Humans Away, Whales Play off the Coast of Southern France
April 9, 2020 12:57 PM
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John Leicester
Recreate Travel Experiences at Home With Airbnb’s New Online Platform
Tips + News
Recreate Travel Experiences at Home With Airbnb’s New Online Platform
April 9, 2020 08:57 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
This Virtual Tour of the Great Barrier Reef With David Attenborough Is the Escape We Need
Water Sports
This Virtual Tour of the Great Barrier Reef With David Attenborough Is the Escape We Need
April 8, 2020 06:27 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Puffins, Koalas, and Pandas: Wildlife Webcams to Watch During Quarantine
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Puffins, Koalas, and Pandas: Wildlife Webcams to Watch During Quarantine
April 8, 2020 04:46 PM
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Sarah Buder
How to Say “Stay Home” in 75 Different Languages
Tips + News
How to Say “Stay Home” in 75 Different Languages
April 8, 2020 02:40 PM
Rewilding Australia
Travel Tales
Rewilding Australia
April 8, 2020 02:18 PM
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Emma John
How Rio’s Samba Schools Are Aiding the Coronavirus Effort in Brazil
COVID + Travel
How Rio’s Samba Schools Are Aiding the Coronavirus Effort in Brazil
April 8, 2020 01:05 PM
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Diarlei Rodrigues
76-Day Lockdown Ends in Wuhan, China’s Coronavirus Epicenter
Tips + News
76-Day Lockdown Ends in Wuhan, China’s Coronavirus Epicenter
April 8, 2020 12:38 PM
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Sam McNeil
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Hotels
The Best New Hotels in the World: The 2020 Stay List
April 8, 2020 11:45 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Most Delicious Side of Belgrade Embraces Its Roots
Food + Drink
The Most Delicious Side of Belgrade Embraces Its Roots
April 7, 2020 02:43 PM
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Nicholas Schmidle
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Packing Tips + Gear
The Avid Traveler’s Guide to Buying Luggage
April 7, 2020 11:26 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
One Great Day in Paris, According to Meghan Donovan
AFAR Advisor
How Influencer Meghan Donovan’s Would Spend a Day in Paris
April 7, 2020 09:46 AM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
Airlines Told They Must Issue Refunds for Coronavirus Cancellations
Air Travel News
Airlines Told They Must Issue Refunds for Coronavirus Cancellations
April 6, 2020 07:34 PM
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Michelle Baran
The Unexpected Paris Neighborhood to Stay in on Your Next Trip
Hotels
The Unexpected Paris Neighborhood to Stay in on Your Next Trip
April 6, 2020 04:37 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
How to Visit a National Park Without Actually Visiting a National Park
National Parks
How to Visit a National Park Without Actually Visiting a National Park
April 6, 2020 04:32 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Overlooked American Stories Come to Life at These New Museums
Museums + Galleries
Overlooked American Stories Come to Life at These New Museums
April 6, 2020 02:28 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Grand Canyon Joins Growing List of Closed National Parks
Tips + News
Grand Canyon Joins Growing List of Closed National Parks
April 6, 2020 02:07 PM
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Maggie Fuller
These Photos Show How Lockdown Has Stilled Bustling London Life
Tips + News
These Photos Show How Lockdown Has Stilled Bustling London Life
April 6, 2020 01:29 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
What an Epic Canadian Train Trip Can Teach You About Kindness
Travel Tales
What an Epic Canadian Train Trip Can Teach You About Kindness
April 3, 2020 02:54 PM
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Colleen Kinder
New Zealand Makes Lockdown Bear-Able by Embracing International Movement
Tips + News
New Zealand Makes Lockdown Bear-Able by Embracing International Movement
April 3, 2020 02:46 PM
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Nick Perry
Funny New Posters Depict Staying Home as a Travel Adventure
Art + Architecture
Funny New Posters Depict Staying Home as a Travel Adventure
April 3, 2020 02:07 PM
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Ann Shields
The 11 Best Sunscreens for Your Face, According to Your Skin Type
Packing Tips + Gear
The 11 Best Sunscreens for Your Face, According to Your Skin Type
April 2, 2020 05:19 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Angry Elephants and Mysterious Stenches: AFAR Editors Remember Embarrassing Travel Stories
Tips + News
Angry Elephants and Mysterious Stenches: AFAR Editors Remember Embarrassing Travel Stories
April 2, 2020 04:53 PM
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Tim Chester
Is Anyone Still Flying? What Air Travel During a Pandemic Looks Like
Air Travel News
Is Anyone Still Flying? What Air Travel During a Pandemic Looks Like
April 2, 2020 03:31 PM
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Michelle Baran
Watch This Orchestra Perform “Bolero” in Lockdown
Art + Culture
Watch This Orchestra Perform “Bolero” in Lockdown
April 2, 2020 01:45 PM
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John Leicester
Why It’s So Important to Stay Connected
Founder’s Note
Why It’s So Important to Stay Connected
April 2, 2020 01:36 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Food Trucks, Wineries, and Hotels: Stunning Shipping Container Projects Around the World
Style + Design
Food Trucks, Wineries, and Hotels: Stunning Shipping Container Projects Around the World
April 1, 2020 05:49 PM
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Sarah Buder
10 Can’t-Miss Places in Beirut, According to a Local
Cities We Love
10 Can’t-Miss Places in Beirut, According to a Local
April 1, 2020 12:25 PM
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Bethany Kehdy
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