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Travel Tips + Etiquette
At U.S. Customs, a Single Piece of Fruit Can Cost You $300. Here’s How to Avoid Being Fined.
The best way to avoid being fined at U.S. customs is to know what you can—and can’t—bring in.
July 8, 2026 02:20 AM
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Sophie Friedman
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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
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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
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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
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Cruise
Sleeping Under the Stars—Cruises That Offer Glamping Aboard
July 6, 2026 07:44 PM
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Erica Silverstein
TORQUAY,ENGLAND-AUGUST 20: Boats sit peacefully on the water in Torquay on August 20, 2012. Torquay was the childhood home of Agatha Christie, and a festival is held in her honor yearly.
Books
Visit Agatha Christie’s Favorite Places in Devon 50 Years After Her Death
July 6, 2026 01:58 PM
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Tina Lofthouse
People enjoying the nice summer weather in Meldrum Bay, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada
History + Culture
You Can Camp on Remote Lakes, Soar Over a National Park, and Spot Polar Bears on These Epic Canadian Tours
May 15, 2025 12:54 PM
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Debbie Olsen
"Teatro Victoria", Medellín
Food + Drink
Roasted Stuffed Pig Is a Must Eat When in Colombia—Plus 10 Other Foods You Can’t Miss
May 15, 2025 09:01 AM
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Cat Sposato
The Detroit venue El Club is a dedicated supporter of independent music.
Cities We Love
The Ultimate 48 Hours in Detroit for Music Fans
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Kayaking on Summersville Lake is a summertime treat.
Outdoor Adventure
7 Stunning Lakes and Rivers to Explore in Appalachia
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The pool at Grand Hotel Fasano sits by the shores of Lake Garda in Italy.
Stay Here Next
This Idyllic Italian Lake Is an Overlooked Alternative to Lake Como—Here’s Where to Stay
May 14, 2025 12:21 PM
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Alia Akkam
The Congregation is a laid-back café housed in a former church in Detroit’s Boston-Edison Historic District.
Restaurants + Cafés
The Essential Detroit Travel Guide for Foodies
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Camping Checklist: What to Pack for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
Camping
The Ultimate Camping Checklist for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
May 13, 2025 01:59 PM
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Jessie Beck
Two adults and a a child stand on the deck of a Paul Gauguin Cruises ship looking out a big green mountainous island
Cruise
Even If Your Family Has Never Been on a Cruise Before, This Might Be the No. 1 Reason to Consider It
May 13, 2025 01:18 PM
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Fran Golden
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Food + Drink
This Is the World’s First Michelin-Starred Ice Cream Shop
May 13, 2025 12:01 PM
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Clarissa Wei
The Siren Hotel’s lobby
Art + Culture
9 Must-Visit Detroit Spots for Art and Style Lovers
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Many travelers don't have a Real ID or passport
Air Travel News
The Real ID Requirement Is Now in Effect—Is It Holding People Up at the Country’s Airports?
May 12, 2025 06:28 PM
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Jennifer Billock
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Spring 2025
Surfing Isn’t out of Reach for Blind Travelers. Here’s How I Made it Happen in Hawai‘i
May 12, 2025 02:19 PM
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Ryan Knighton
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Family Travel
I Often Travel With My Older Parents and Younger Kids—These Are 9 Tips I Recommend to Keep Everyone Happy
May 12, 2025 01:53 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
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Air Travel News
Help! I Left Something on the Plane or at TSA. How Do I Get It Back?
May 12, 2025 11:11 AM
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Stacey Lastoe
A high view of bridges over a river leading to Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.
Road Trips
This U.S. Road Trip Is Full of Small Towns, Mountains, and Stargazing
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A view of the sun setting over mountains covered in green trees in West Virginia.
Outdoor Adventure
This Underrated Destination Is the Perfect Place to Unplug
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United airplanes parked at gates at Newark Liberty International Airport
Air Travel News
What’s Going on at Newark Airport, and How It Could Affect Your Upcoming Flights
May 9, 2025 05:49 PM
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Barbara Peterson
Ace Hotel & Swim Club in the Athens Riviera. Green chaise longues surround a pool; right: the hotel's blue and white exterior.
Hotels
The Seaside Mediterranean City Is Having a Moment—Here’s Why It’s Worth the Trip
May 9, 2025 10:57 AM
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Nicola Chilton
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Family Travel
Do You Travel Like a Millennial, a Boomer, or a Gen Xer? Here’s How Each Generation’s Travel Habits Differ
May 8, 2025 12:47 PM
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Terry Ward
Tucked away in the rolling hills of Valle De Guadalupe is the Banyon Tree Veya, a wellness focused luxury hotel. Valle de Guadalupe, is the heart of Mexico’s wine country, producing around 70% of the nation’s wine. In recent years, it’s also become a go-to spot for travelers looking to enjoy wine and eat Baja Med cuisine, a fusion of Mexican flavors with Mediterranean and Asian influences. / Bethany Mollenkof for Afar Magazine
Spring 2025
For Some of the World’s Most Exciting Wines, Travel to Mexico
May 8, 2025 09:59 AM
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Anya von Bremzen
Kauai
Outdoor Adventure
Gorgeous Beaches, Small Towns, and Waterfalls: This Is One of the Most Beautiful Islands in the U.S.
May 7, 2025 02:37 PM
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Rachel Ng
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Air Travel News
This Is the World’s Best Priority Pass Lounge, According to Travelers
May 7, 2025 12:31 PM
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Paul Rubio
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Ocean Cruises
5 Amazing Excursions Curated by Afar
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A view of a mountain and pale pink and blue sky reflected in a lake in the early morning light of Juneau, Alaska.
Disney
The Best Way to See Alaska Is on a Disney Cruise
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Air Travel News
Flights Will Likely Be Cheaper This Year, According to Airline Insiders—Here’s When to Book for the Best Deals
May 6, 2025 02:42 PM
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Dennis Green
Visitors posing for photos inside of the Yu Yin Classical Garden in Guangzhou.
Spring 2025
I’ve Been to Guangzhou a Dozen Times, but This Last Trip With My Son Changed Me
May 6, 2025 12:12 PM
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Bonnie Tsui
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Longreads
10 Minutes from the Taj Mahal, a Must-Visit Café With a Mission
May 6, 2025 11:16 AM
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Iona Brannon
Red and yellow fireworks over a city skyline at night
Holiday Travel
These 7 Places Are Having the Most Festive July 4 Parties
May 5, 2025 04:29 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
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