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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
Travelers looking for warmth and history without the crowds of Santorini or the Amalfi Coast have a new destination to add to their wish list.
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
Turquoise cardboard containers of raspberries, blackberries, cherries, and strawberries
Travel Tips + Etiquette
At U.S. Customs, a Single Piece of Fruit Can Cost You $300. Here’s How to Avoid Being Fined.
July 8, 2026 02:20 AM
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Sophie Friedman
Rocky hill with some trees, turquoise water with sunbathers and some white boats
Where to Travel Next
5 Easy Alternatives to Crowded Summer Destinations in France
July 7, 2026 03:49 PM
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Sophie Friedman
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota, USA
Road Trips
This Summer Road Trip Crosses 700 Miles of One of the Most Underrated U.S. States
July 7, 2026 02:59 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Different foreign passports from many countries
Visas + Passports
The 2026 World’s Most Powerful Passport Rankings Are In. Where Does the U.S. Rank?
July 7, 2026 02:23 AM
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Bailey Berg
United States Of America Florida Florida Keys Key Largo John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park snorkeling on the coral reef
Water Sports
This Florida Island Is One of the Best in the World for Snorkeling
July 6, 2026 10:36 PM
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Charlene Fang
Need to Change Your Travel Plans Due to Coronavirus? These Are Your Options
Tips + News
Need to Change Your Travel Plans Due to Coronavirus? These Are Your Options
April 24, 2020 08:01 PM
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Michelle Baran
What to Do if Your Flight Is Canceled Due to Coronavirus
Air Travel News
What to Do if Your Flight Is Canceled Due to Coronavirus
April 24, 2020 07:38 PM
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Michelle Baran
What Life Looks Like in Locked-Down Countries
Tips + News
What Life Looks Like in Locked-Down Countries
April 24, 2020 02:00 PM
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Terry Ward
How to Pretend You’re in Paris at Home
Cities We Love
How to Pretend You’re in Paris at Home
April 24, 2020 01:31 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Get Lost in the Best Puzzles for Adults Who Love to Travel
Packing Tips + Gear
Get Lost in the Best Puzzles for Adults Who Love to Travel
April 23, 2020 08:48 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Grain Expectations: How a Tiny Tucson Bakery Is Preserving Local Heritage
Food + Drink
Grain Expectations: How a Tiny Tucson Bakery Is Preserving Local Heritage
April 23, 2020 06:35 PM
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Sara Button
You Can Download AFAR Zoom Backgrounds Right Now for Free
Tips + News
You Can Download AFAR Zoom Backgrounds Right Now for Free
April 23, 2020 05:11 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
In Brussels, a Special Bus Is Delivering Messages of Love and Hope
Tips + News
In Brussels, a Special Bus Is Delivering Messages of Love and Hope
April 23, 2020 01:00 PM
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Raf Casert
Independent Bookstores in New York City That We Love
Books
Independent Bookstores in New York City That We Love
April 23, 2020 09:54 AM
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Staff
The Best Adventure Destinations According to Fearless Female Guides
Epic Trips
The Best Adventure Destinations According to Fearless Female Guides
April 22, 2020 07:28 PM
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Sara Button
Find Your Chill With CBD Delivery
Health + Wellness
Find Your Chill With CBD Delivery
April 22, 2020 05:39 PM
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Nicole Antonio
8 Easy Ways to Make Your Next Road Trip Greener
Travel for Good
8 Easy Ways to Make Your Next Road Trip Greener
April 22, 2020 05:10 PM
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Maggie Fuller
9 Ways to Celebrate UNESCO World Book Day
Books
9 Ways to Celebrate UNESCO World Book Day
April 22, 2020 03:25 PM
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Sara Button
Thief Stole Van Gogh Painting With Sledgehammer, Security Footage Shows
Tips + News
Thief Stole Van Gogh Painting With Sledgehammer, Security Footage Shows
April 22, 2020 01:13 PM
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Mike Corder
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Travel for Good
What Travelers Can Do to Save the Planet
April 22, 2020 09:22 AM
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Staff
The World’s 10 Greenest Cities of 2020
Tips + News
The World’s 10 Greenest Cities of 2020
April 22, 2020 09:18 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Marriott’s New Plan for Safe Hotel Stays in the Age of Coronavirus
Tips + News
Marriott’s New Plan for Safe Hotel Stays in the Age of Coronavirus
April 21, 2020 04:01 PM
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Michelle Baran
The Great Barrier Reef’s Great Big Complicated Story
Longreads
The Great Barrier Reef’s Great Big Complicated Story
April 21, 2020 03:49 PM
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Juli Berwald
This Cruise Line Is Taking Sustainability to the Next Level
Ocean Cruises
This Cruise Line Is Taking Sustainability to the Next Level
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Home Workouts to Stay Sane and Fit While You’re Stuck Inside
Health + Wellness
Stay in Shape While Traveling—No Gym Required—With These Hotel Room Friendly Exercises
April 21, 2020 02:53 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Oktoberfest 2020 Is Canceled Due to Coronavirus
Festivals + Events
Oktoberfest 2020 Is Canceled Due to Coronavirus
April 21, 2020 02:38 PM
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Sarah Buder
Germaphobes, Rejoice: This Hand Sanitizer Smells Like Big Sur After Rain
Health + Wellness
Germaphobes, Rejoice: This Hand Sanitizer Smells Like Big Sur After Rain
April 21, 2020 01:22 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
How to Plan a Volunteer Vacation You’ll Really Love
Travel for Good
How to Plan a Volunteer Vacation You’ll Really Love
April 20, 2020 09:48 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Spring Is Not Canceled: Beautiful Photos From Around the World
Where to Travel Next
Spring Is Not Canceled: Beautiful Photos From Around the World
April 20, 2020 05:53 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
13 National Parks That Are Also UNESCO World Heritage Sites
National Parks
13 National Parks That Are Also UNESCO World Heritage Sites
April 20, 2020 04:30 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Even Though We Aren’t Traveling, We Can Still Support Sustainable Tourism
Longreads
Even Though We Aren’t Traveling, We Can Still Support Sustainable Tourism
April 20, 2020 02:42 PM
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Gregory Miller
I Went Bird Watching in Colombia From My Couch and You Should Too
Outdoor Adventure
I Went Bird Watching in Colombia From My Couch and You Should Too
April 17, 2020 04:16 PM
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Jeremy Saum
Why Mount Tamalpais in Marin County, California, Is My Happy Place
Outdoor Adventure
Why Mount Tamalpais in Marin County, California, Is My Happy Place
April 17, 2020 02:12 PM
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Sarah Buder
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