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Beautiful village Stein am Rhein, Switzerland
Where to Travel Next
5 Charming Swiss Towns for Fondue, Medieval Castles, and Alpine Lakes
No matter the season, hop on the train to these diminutive Swiss towns and villages for history lessons, hikes, and plenty of cheese.
July 21, 2026 02:12 AM
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Melanie Haiken
People in red polar gear on a Zodiac in the Canadian Arctics seen between two people blurred in the foreground
Expedition Cruises
On a Recent Arctic Expedition Cruise, My Itinerary Completely Unraveled. Here’s What Happened Next
July 20, 2026 05:45 PM
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Stefanie Waldek
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Food + Drink
11 Essential Foods to Eat on a Trip to Puerto Rico
July 18, 2026 08:08 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
View of the Manila skyline
Air Travel News
Delta Just Launched a New Nonstop Flight to One of Asia’s Most Exciting Cities
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
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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
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
Essential Movies Set in New York City to Stream Right Now
Art + Culture
Essential Movies Set in New York City to Stream Right Now
April 17, 2020 12:53 PM
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Staff
In Iran, Isolated Musicians Perform From Rooftops
Tips + News
In Iran, Isolated Musicians Perform From Rooftops
April 16, 2020 03:18 PM
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Ebrahim Noroozi
How to Support Small Businesses in Italy When You Can’t Travel There
Tips + News
How to Support Small Businesses in Italy When You Can’t Travel There
April 16, 2020 02:59 PM
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Katie Parla
How to Take an Epic Train Trip Through Eastern Canada
Train Travel
How to Take an Epic Train Trip Through Eastern Canada
April 16, 2020 11:42 AM
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Colleen Kinder
Emirates Begins Testing Passengers for Coronavirus Prior to Boarding
Air Travel News
Emirates Begins Testing Passengers for Coronavirus Prior to Boarding
April 15, 2020 07:17 PM
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Michelle Baran
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