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View of the Manila skyline
Air Travel News
Delta Just Launched a New Nonstop Flight to One of Asia’s Most Exciting Cities
Here’s what to do when you go.
July 17, 2026 06:30 PM
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Bailey Berg
Haifoss waterfall in Iceland with the sun just peaking out over the horizon
Trending News
It’s Not Too Late to Book a Trip to See the August 2026 Eclipse—Here’s How You Can Do It
July 17, 2026 01:58 PM
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Bailey Berg
a field of golden grape vines at Navarro Vineyards with low green mountains in the distance and a small hot air balloon in the blue sky
Road Trips
Wine, Redwoods, and the Coast: One Perfect Northern California Road Trip
July 17, 2026 10:48 AM
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Jessie Beck
North Dakota_Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library_PR_20260531 TRPL May June 2026 Aerial 00027.jpg
Trending News
Why Theodore Roosevelt’s New Presidential Library Is Worth the Trip
July 16, 2026 09:08 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Entrance to the Chase Sapphire lounge at DFW airport with rose-tinted armchairs against the walls and a check-in desk at the back of the entryway
Air Travel News
A New Chase Sapphire Lounge Just Opened in One of the Country’s Biggest and Busiest Airports—Here’s a Look
July 16, 2026 06:34 PM
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Chris Dong
Left: New Orleans French Quarter Scenic photo of buildings with flowers on their balcony railings. Right: tuba player and musicians performing on the streets in the French Quarter
History + Culture
Road Scholar Is Adding 2 New Civil Rights Tours to Its Lineup
July 16, 2026 04:14 PM
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Stacey Lastoe
Left: Torrance Beach lifeguard; right: people on the beach during daytime
Accessible Travel
From California to Scotland, These 8 Beaches Are Raising the Bar for Accessibility
July 16, 2026 02:27 PM
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Matt Villano
How Voluntourism Got Its Groove Back
Travel for Good
How Voluntourism Got Its Groove Back
November 21, 2016 07:34 PM
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Maggie Fuller
7 Free Travel Journals to Dive Into
History + Culture
7 Free Travel Journals to Dive Into
November 18, 2016 08:05 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Why Security Pre-Clearance in Foreign Airports Is a Good Thing
Air Travel News
Why Security Pre-Clearance in Foreign Airports Is a Good Thing
November 18, 2016 05:59 PM
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Matt Villano
Vegas Rolls the Dice With Brand-New Bike Share Program
The Future of Travel
Vegas Rolls the Dice With Brand-New Bike Share Program
November 17, 2016 12:38 PM
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Matt Villano
6 Reasons We Love Australia’s Quirky QT Brand
Hotels
6 Reasons We Love Australia’s Quirky QT Brand
November 16, 2016 06:47 PM
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Ann Abel
10 Reasons to Travel to Abu Dhabi This Winter
Where to Go in Winter
10 Reasons to Travel to Abu Dhabi This Winter
November 16, 2016 01:39 PM
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Susan Mason
A person speaking on the phone while reading a map
Travel for Good
The Most Heart-Warming Help We’ve Ever Received from a Stranger Abroad
November 15, 2016 03:19 PM
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Sarah Buder
5 Simple Tricks for Upgrading Your In-Flight Meals
Air Travel News
5 Simple Tricks for Upgrading Your In-Flight Meals
November 15, 2016 12:11 PM
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Ashley Goldsmith
Living Our Values: A Letter from AFAR Cofounder Greg Sullivan
Founder’s Note
Living Our Values: A Letter from AFAR Cofounder Greg Sullivan
November 11, 2016 06:07 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Where a Designer Finds Inspiration in Marfa
Style + Design
Where a Designer Finds Inspiration in Marfa
November 11, 2016 03:14 PM
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Sarah Buder
How Realistic Is It to Really Move to Another Country?
Packing Tips + Gear
How Realistic Is It to Really Move to Another Country?
November 10, 2016 12:47 PM
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Matt Villano
A Real Snake Was Found on a Real Plane
Air Travel News
A Real Snake Was Found on a Real Plane
November 8, 2016 12:58 PM
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Matt Villano
Where to Get a Glimpse of the Golden Age of Baja
Beaches
Where to Get a Glimpse of the Golden Age of Baja
November 8, 2016 12:04 PM
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Jennifer Trandell
How to Visit Atlanta Like a Country Music Star
Art + Culture
How to Visit Atlanta Like a Country Music Star
November 7, 2016 05:43 PM
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Maggie Fuller
AFAR Staffers Weigh In on Hotels vs. Airbnbs
Hotels
AFAR Staffers Weigh In on Hotels vs. Airbnbs
November 7, 2016 02:04 PM
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Ashley Goldsmith
New Delta App Lets You Track Your Luggage
Air Travel News
New Delta App Lets You Track Your Luggage
November 7, 2016 01:22 PM
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Matt Villano
Eco-Friendly Air Travel Is Closer Than Ever
Air Travel News
Eco-Friendly Air Travel Is Closer Than Ever
November 4, 2016 01:39 PM
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Matt Villano
This Woman Is About to Visit Every Single Country in the World
People
This Woman Is About to Visit Every Single Country in the World
November 4, 2016 01:26 PM
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Matt Villano
A Mother-Daughter Road Trip up the California Coast
Road Trips
A Mother-Daughter Road Trip up the California Coast
November 4, 2016 09:11 AM
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Jenny Miller
What It’s Like to Sail on the World’s Most Luxurious Ship
Small Ship Cruises
What It’s Like to Sail on the World’s Most Luxurious Ship
November 2, 2016 12:03 PM
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Anne Kalosh
Can You Match These Holidays to Their Home Countries?
Festivals + Events
Can You Match These Holidays to Their Home Countries?
November 1, 2016 03:15 PM
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Nicole Antonio
This App Is Like a Travel Agent in Your Pocket
AFAR Approved
This App Is Like a Travel Agent in Your Pocket
November 1, 2016 09:18 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
Meet the Man Making Sure Airbnb Lives Up to its Values
Travel Insiders
Meet the Man Making Sure Airbnb Lives Up to its Values
November 1, 2016 09:17 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
Want a Local’s Perspective on a New City? Spend a Night at These Hotels
Hotels
Want a Local’s Perspective on a New City? Spend a Night at These Hotels
October 31, 2016 08:50 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Meet the Blind Man Who Climbed Everest—and Wants to Help Others Do the Same
Hiking + Cycling
Meet the Blind Man Who Climbed Everest—and Wants to Help Others Do the Same
October 31, 2016 08:16 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Mountain Town That’s Waiting to Be Discovered
Weekend Getaways
The Mountain Town That’s Waiting to Be Discovered
October 28, 2016 08:12 PM
How to Travel When You’re Breast-Feeding
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Travel When You’re Breast-Feeding
October 28, 2016 11:50 AM
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Carrie Murphy
How to Help Haiti? Changing the Narrative of Aid Relief
Travel for Good
How to Help Haiti? Changing the Narrative of Aid Relief
October 27, 2016 05:09 PM
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Kathleen Rellihan
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