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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
The Urban Cowboy Team's Pinterest-Worthy Roadtrip
Road Trips
The Urban Cowboy Team’s Pinterest-Worthy Roadtrip
December 17, 2015 04:17 PM
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Michaela Trimble
7 Reasons to Drop Everything and Visit Colombia Right Now
Art + Culture
7 Reasons to Drop Everything and Visit Colombia Right Now
December 16, 2015 03:15 PM
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Simon Willis
How to Find the Best Deals on Last-Minute Flights
Air Travel News
How to Find the Best Deals on Last-Minute Flights
December 16, 2015 12:30 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
Why One Lawyer Quit His Job to Sell These Shoes from India
Style + Design
Why One Lawyer Quit His Job to Sell These Shoes from India
December 15, 2015 08:24 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Interview: Michael Chabon on Travel
People
Interview: Michael Chabon on Travel
December 15, 2015 06:14 AM
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Justin Lancy
Why Copenhagen Is the Christmas Capital of the World
Festivals + Events
Why Copenhagen Is the Christmas Capital of the World
December 14, 2015 06:10 PM
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Andrew Evans
Our Most Memorable 2015 Travel Experiences II: Seeking Stillness
AFAR Company Updates
Our Most Memorable 2015 Travel Experiences II: Seeking Stillness
December 14, 2015 06:03 PM
Where to Eat in Portugal, According to a Chef
Bars + Nightlife
Where to Eat in Portugal, According to a Chef
December 14, 2015 05:26 PM
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Jen Murphy
Five Lesser-Known Treasures to Visit in Canada
Destination Spotlight
Five Lesser-Known Treasures to Visit in Canada
December 11, 2015 02:40 PM
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Renee Suen
This Is How You Live on Swiss Time
Health + Wellness
This Is How You Live on Swiss Time
December 11, 2015 02:23 PM
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Taffy Brodesser-Akner
8 Strange Fried Foods in Tokyo That May Change Your Life
Restaurants + Cafés
8 Strange Fried Foods in Tokyo That May Change Your Life
December 10, 2015 02:50 PM
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Andrew Richdale
This Is the Secret to Enjoying the Amalfi Coast
UNESCO World Heritage
This Is the Secret to Enjoying the Amalfi Coast
December 10, 2015 01:24 PM
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Andrew Evans
Rising Above Fear: Let's Pack Our Bags and Keep Traveling
Longreads
Rising Above Fear: Let’s Pack Our Bags and Keep Traveling
December 9, 2015 03:36 PM
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Joseph Diaz
Where to Shop for Authentic Hawaiian Crafts in Hilo Town, Big Island
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Where to Shop for Authentic Hawaiian Crafts in Hilo Town, Big Island
December 8, 2015 07:45 PM
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Pam Mandel
How Away Revolutionized the Future of Smart Suitcases
Packing Tips + Gear
How Away Revolutionized the Future of Smart Suitcases
December 8, 2015 06:38 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
Interview with Nicaraguan Coffee Entrepreneur César Vega
Bars + Nightlife
Interview with Nicaraguan Coffee Entrepreneur César Vega
December 8, 2015 02:45 PM
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Michaela Trimble
The United States of Literature: 10 Novels Where the City Is Key
Books
The United States of Literature: 10 Novels Where the City Is Key
December 3, 2015 07:11 PM
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Nile Cappello
2015: The Year of Irish Design
Art + Culture
2015 Named The Year of Irish Design
December 3, 2015 02:50 PM
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Jessica Colley Clarke
History + Culture
In the Caribbean, Cricket is About More than Just the Game
December 2, 2015 07:58 PM
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Emma John
Japanese Snowsurfing Is the New Snowboarding
Winter Sports
Japanese Snowsurfing Is the New Snowboarding
December 2, 2015 07:50 PM
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Rosecrans Baldwin
Where to Eat Sushi in Japan, According to a Seafood Expert
Restaurants + Cafés
Where to Eat Sushi in Japan, According to a Seafood Expert
December 2, 2015 07:49 PM
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Rosecrans Baldwin
4 Surprising Skiing Destinations
Winter Sports
4 Surprising Skiing Destinations
December 2, 2015 07:49 PM
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Abigail Barronian
Where to Drink Spanish Cider in Spain and Beyond
Bars + Nightlife
Where to Drink Spanish Cider in Spain and Beyond
December 2, 2015 07:21 PM
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Aislyn Greene
The Dominican Republic’s Most Underrated Landscapes
Beaches
The Dominican Republic’s Most Underrated Landscapes
December 2, 2015 06:30 PM
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Lebawit Lily Girma
How Your Travel Dollars Can Help Nepal This Year
Travel for Good
How Your Travel Dollars Can Help Nepal This Year
December 2, 2015 03:27 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Pampered Guide to Mongolia
Epic Trips
The Pampered Guide to Mongolia
December 2, 2015 03:11 PM
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Andrew Sessa
Weekend Guide: Explore Nicaragua’s Coffee Culture
Food + Drink
Weekend Guide: Explore Nicaragua’s Coffee Culture
December 2, 2015 03:01 PM
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Hillary Richard
Baja is the ideal spot for those who appreciate films and Mexican tradition.
Weekend Getaways
Go Beyond Spring Break in Cabo San Lucas
December 2, 2015 02:59 PM
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Jen Murphy
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