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A colorful display of traditional Mexican dishes served on a vibrant tablecloth with authentic ceramics.
Trending News
Here’s How Much and When You Should Tip When Traveling in Mexico
Tipping in Mexico is the best way to say “gracias” for stellar hospitality.
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
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
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
13 of the Freakiest Bogeymen from Around the World
History + Culture
13 of the Freakiest Bogeymen from Around the World
October 27, 2016 04:37 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Middle Eastern Food Is Thriving in Los Angeles Right Now
Restaurants + Cafés
Middle Eastern Food Is Thriving in Los Angeles Right Now
October 26, 2016 12:08 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
Don’t Believe in Ghosts? Spend a Night at This Haunted Hotel
Hotels
Don’t Believe in Ghosts? Spend a Night at This Haunted Hotel
October 26, 2016 08:36 AM
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Kyana Moghadam
The Music Festival That’s Also a Summer Camp for Adults
Festivals + Events
The Music Festival That’s Also a Summer Camp for Adults
October 25, 2016 08:05 PM
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Mia Quagliarello
Some of the World’s Rarest Wines Come From This Region in Europe
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
Some of the World’s Rarest Wines Come From This Region in Europe
October 25, 2016 07:18 PM
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Jason Wilson
When Should You Book Flights? Google Can Now Tell You
Air Travel News
When Should You Book Flights? Google Can Now Tell You
October 21, 2016 03:34 PM
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Matt Villano
There’s So Much Happening in Napa and Sonoma Right Now
Weekend Getaways
There’s So Much Happening in Napa and Sonoma Right Now
October 21, 2016 01:47 PM
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Danielle Walsh
Where to Hide Out from Zika
Beaches
Where to Hide Out from Zika
October 19, 2016 05:20 PM
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Maggie Fuller
This Book Will Forever Change the Way You See NYC
Books
This Book Will Forever Change the Way You See NYC
October 19, 2016 03:25 PM
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Kyana Moghadam
A Chef’s Guide to Eating in Nashville
Restaurants + Cafés
A Chef’s Guide to Eating in Nashville
October 19, 2016 12:31 PM
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Sarah Buder
The Liberal Moroccan Surf Town You Must See to Believe
Beaches
The Liberal Moroccan Surf Town You Must See to Believe
October 18, 2016 04:54 PM
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Paige Darrah
An Insider’s Guide to Watching the Final Presidential Debate in D.C.
Cities We Love
An Insider’s Guide to Watching the Final Presidential Debate in D.C.
October 18, 2016 03:33 PM
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Kayleigh Kulp
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