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Visitors at the poppy fields near the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve in Lancaster, Calif., Sunday, April 9, 2023.
Where to Go in Spring
These California Destinations Could Have a Superbloom This Year, Plus Where to Find Wildflowers in the State
From desert blooms in Death Valley to coastal florals in the Channel Islands and popular poppies in the Sierra foothills, here’s where to find California’s wildflowers.
January 29, 2026 01:46 PM
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Deb Hopewell
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Trending News
One Year After the L.A. Wildfires, How and Why to Visit the Hardest-Hit Areas
January 29, 2026 01:37 PM
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Juliana Shallcross
A tent bathroom at Naviva, A Four Seasons Resort, in Punta Mita, Mexico, with large soaking tub and views of the Pacific Ocean
Hotels
To Understand Hotel Luxury, Look at the Bathroom
January 29, 2026 11:48 AM
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Mark Ellwood
Socotra, Yemen - January 19, 2025: Discovering Socotra Islands breathtaking landscapes and coastlines on an adventure
Longreads
Can the “Galápagos of the Arabian Sea” Survive Its Popularity?
January 29, 2026 11:10 AM
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Rachel Nuwer
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4 Days In
Whiskey Slushies, Green Eggs, and Georgia Shrimp: 4 Days Eating Your Way Through Atlanta
January 29, 2026 10:47 AM
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Lia Picard
Bird's-eye view looking straight down upon boats in the water in Dubrovnik with ancient stone buildings and structures in view
Trending News
Travel Advisors on How Best to Maximize Your Federal Vacation Days—and Where to Go to Avoid Crowds When You Do
January 28, 2026 06:18 PM
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Terry Ward
An illuminated black sign at the airport with most yellow letters reads "Real ID Are You Ready?"
Air Travel News
Still Don’t Have a Real ID? You’ll Need to Pay a Fee to Get Through the Airport Starting in February
January 28, 2026 01:25 PM
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Bailey Berg
This Virtual Tour of the Great Barrier Reef With David Attenborough Is the Escape We Need
Water Sports
This Virtual Tour of the Great Barrier Reef With David Attenborough Is the Escape We Need
April 08, 2020 06:27 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Puffins, Koalas, and Pandas: Wildlife Webcams to Watch During Quarantine
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Puffins, Koalas, and Pandas: Wildlife Webcams to Watch During Quarantine
April 08, 2020 04:46 PM
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Sarah Buder
How to Say “Stay Home” in 75 Different Languages
Tips + News
How to Say “Stay Home” in 75 Different Languages
April 08, 2020 02:40 PM
Rewilding Australia
Travel Tales
Rewilding Australia
April 08, 2020 02:18 PM
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Emma John
How Rio’s Samba Schools Are Aiding the Coronavirus Effort in Brazil
COVID + Travel
How Rio’s Samba Schools Are Aiding the Coronavirus Effort in Brazil
April 08, 2020 01:05 PM
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Diarlei Rodrigues
76-Day Lockdown Ends in Wuhan, China’s Coronavirus Epicenter
Tips + News
76-Day Lockdown Ends in Wuhan, China’s Coronavirus Epicenter
April 08, 2020 12:38 PM
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Sam McNeil
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Hotels
The Best New Hotels in the World: The 2020 Stay List
April 08, 2020 11:45 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Most Delicious Side of Belgrade Embraces Its Roots
Food + Drink
The Most Delicious Side of Belgrade Embraces Its Roots
April 07, 2020 02:43 PM
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Nicholas Schmidle
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Packing Tips + Gear
The Avid Traveler’s Guide to Buying Luggage
April 07, 2020 11:26 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
One Great Day in Paris, According to Meghan Donovan
AFAR Advisor
One Great Day in Paris, According to Meghan Donovan
April 07, 2020 09:46 AM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
Airlines Told They Must Issue Refunds for Coronavirus Cancellations
Air Travel News
Airlines Told They Must Issue Refunds for Coronavirus Cancellations
April 06, 2020 07:34 PM
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Michelle Baran
The Unexpected Paris Neighborhood to Stay in on Your Next Trip
Hotels
The Unexpected Paris Neighborhood to Stay in on Your Next Trip
April 06, 2020 04:37 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
How to Visit a National Park Without Actually Visiting a National Park
National Parks
How to Visit a National Park Without Actually Visiting a National Park
April 06, 2020 04:32 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Overlooked American Stories Come to Life at These New Museums
Museums + Galleries
Overlooked American Stories Come to Life at These New Museums
April 06, 2020 02:28 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Grand Canyon Joins Growing List of Closed National Parks
Tips + News
Grand Canyon Joins Growing List of Closed National Parks
April 06, 2020 02:07 PM
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Maggie Fuller
These Photos Show How Lockdown Has Stilled Bustling London Life
Tips + News
These Photos Show How Lockdown Has Stilled Bustling London Life
April 06, 2020 01:29 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
What an Epic Canadian Train Trip Can Teach You About Kindness
Travel Tales
What an Epic Canadian Train Trip Can Teach You About Kindness
April 03, 2020 02:54 PM
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Colleen Kinder
New Zealand Makes Lockdown Bear-Able by Embracing International Movement
Tips + News
New Zealand Makes Lockdown Bear-Able by Embracing International Movement
April 03, 2020 02:46 PM
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Nick Perry
Funny New Posters Depict Staying Home as a Travel Adventure
Art + Architecture
Funny New Posters Depict Staying Home as a Travel Adventure
April 03, 2020 02:07 PM
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Ann Shields
The 11 Best Sunscreens for Your Face, According to Your Skin Type
Packing Tips + Gear
The 11 Best Sunscreens for Your Face, According to Your Skin Type
April 02, 2020 05:19 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Angry Elephants and Mysterious Stenches: AFAR Editors Remember Embarrassing Travel Stories
Tips + News
Angry Elephants and Mysterious Stenches: AFAR Editors Remember Embarrassing Travel Stories
April 02, 2020 04:53 PM
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Tim Chester
Is Anyone Still Flying? What Air Travel During a Pandemic Looks Like
Air Travel News
Is Anyone Still Flying? What Air Travel During a Pandemic Looks Like
April 02, 2020 03:31 PM
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Michelle Baran
Watch This Orchestra Perform “Bolero” in Lockdown
Art + Culture
Watch This Orchestra Perform “Bolero” in Lockdown
April 02, 2020 01:45 PM
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John Leicester
Why It’s So Important to Stay Connected
Founder’s Note
Why It’s So Important to Stay Connected
April 02, 2020 01:36 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Food Trucks, Wineries, and Hotels: Stunning Shipping Container Projects Around the World
Style + Design
Food Trucks, Wineries, and Hotels: Stunning Shipping Container Projects Around the World
April 01, 2020 05:49 PM
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Sarah Buder
10 Can’t-Miss Places in Beirut, According to a Local
Cities We Love
10 Can’t-Miss Places in Beirut, According to a Local
April 01, 2020 12:25 PM
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Bethany Kehdy
Inside the Wonderful World of Wagashi
Food + Drink
Inside the Wonderful World of Wagashi
March 31, 2020 08:00 PM
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Nancy Singleton Hachisu
Hotels Spread Messages of Hope by Keeping the Lights on
Hotels
Hotels Spread Messages of Hope by Keeping the Lights on
March 31, 2020 04:01 PM
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Michelle Baran
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