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Chimney Rock National Monument defining rock formation to the back drop of a two-toned evening, part turquoise, part dark blue, with a faint moon up above
Road Trips
Colorado Wants You to Stay Up Late on This New Stargazing Road Trip
The state’s new Stargazing Trail proposes a new outlook on the classic road trip—one that focuses on the beauty that presents itself after the sun has gone down.
June 26, 2026 07:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
Santa Maria Beach, Los Cabos, Baja California sur, Mexico
Trending News
The Best Time to Visit These Hot-Weather Destinations May Be the Hottest Time of Year
June 26, 2026 05:31 PM
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Jon Bailey
People in a fishing skift operated by the Boat Company with forest-covered cliffs in the background in Alaska
Small Ship Cruises
This Nonprofit Cruise Line Wants to Make You Fall in Love with Alaska—So That You’ll Help Protect It
June 26, 2026 01:03 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Folia Bar + Kitchen
Stay Here Next
This New California Wine Country Hotel Is Built Around Great Food
June 26, 2026 11:54 AM
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Michelle Baran
Kansas City - FIFA Fan Fest June 16th 2026
Cities We Love
Why World Cup Fans Are Falling for Kansas City, the Tournament’s Smallest Host City
June 26, 2026 05:19 AM
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Lauren Keith
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Trending News
The Cheapest Day to Book Flights Is Not When You Think
June 26, 2026 03:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
A scoop of matcha ice cream at Fortunes in Tivoli, NY
Food + Drink
16 Ice Cream Shops in the U.S. With Seriously Unique Flavors
June 25, 2026 04:26 PM
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Alina Polishuk
This Berlin Theater Shows How Entertainment Might Look Post-Coronavirus
History + Culture
This Berlin Theater Shows How Entertainment Might Look Post-Coronavirus
June 11, 2020 04:32 PM
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Sarah Buder
Portugal Is Reopening for Travelers (and They Won’t Have to Quarantine)
Tips + News
Portugal Is Reopening for Travelers (and They Won’t Have to Quarantine)
June 10, 2020 07:44 PM
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Sara Button
The National Museum of African American History and Culture Is Helping People Talk About Racism
Museums + Galleries
The National Museum of African American History and Culture Is Helping People Talk About Racism
June 10, 2020 04:23 PM
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Sarah Buder
10 Cozy Hotels for a Romantic Getaway
Weekend Getaways
10 Cozy Hotels for a Romantic Getaway
June 10, 2020 09:21 AM
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Erika Hueneke
The Future of Dining Is Alfresco
Bars + Nightlife
The Future of Dining Is Alfresco
June 9, 2020 09:58 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Luxury Travelers Start Booking Again—and It’s Not All Domestic
Hotels
Luxury Travelers Start Booking Again—and It’s Not All Domestic
June 9, 2020 01:07 PM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
How to Visit Austin From Home for a Day
Cities We Love
How to Visit Austin From Home for a Day
June 8, 2020 08:10 PM
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Maggie Fuller
The Adventurous Drinker’s Guide to Belgian Beers
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
The Adventurous Drinker’s Guide to Belgian Beers
June 8, 2020 06:58 PM
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Tim Chester
With Recovery of Last Case, New Zealand Has Eradicated COVID-19
Tips + News
With Recovery of Last Case, New Zealand Has Eradicated COVID-19
June 8, 2020 01:38 PM
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Nick Perry
Antiracism Protests Ignite in Cities Around the World
Tips + News
Antiracism Protests Ignite in Cities Around the World
June 8, 2020 12:44 PM
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Pan Pylas
The Joys of a Virtual Whisky Tasting
Food + Drink
The Joys of a Virtual Whisky Tasting
June 8, 2020 11:24 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Italy’s New Hiking Trail Will Connect 25 National Parks
Hiking + Cycling
Italy’s New Hiking Trail Will Connect 25 National Parks
June 5, 2020 08:28 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Europe Proposes Further Extending Travel Ban Until July 1
Tips + News
Europe Proposes Further Extending Travel Ban Until July 1
June 5, 2020 05:23 PM
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Lorne Cook
AFAR Is Too White—and We Plan to Change That
From the Editor
AFAR Is Too White—and We Plan to Change That
June 5, 2020 04:23 PM
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Julia Cosgrove
Yes, Some of Us Can Start Traveling Again—But Should We?
The Future of Travel
Yes, Some of Us Can Start Traveling Again—But Should We?
June 5, 2020 02:15 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Travel Should Be a Force for Good
Travel for Good
Travel Should Be a Force for Good
June 4, 2020 06:26 PM
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Julia Cosgrove
What It’s Like to Get Back out in the World for the First Time
The Future of Travel
What It’s Like to Get Back out in the World for the First Time
June 4, 2020 05:13 PM
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Staff
9 Coffee Subscriptions and Boxes for Beans From Around the World
Food + Drink
9 Coffee Subscriptions and Boxes for Beans From Around the World
June 4, 2020 05:08 PM
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Sarah Buder
Airlines Extend Their Flight Change Flexibility Policies
Air Travel News
Airlines Extend Their Flight Change Flexibility Policies
June 4, 2020 03:18 PM
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Michelle Baran
How to Make Flexible Travel Bookings in Uncertain Times
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Make Flexible Travel Bookings in Uncertain Times
June 4, 2020 02:24 PM
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Michelle Baran
California Hotels Are Opening Amid Unclear Rules
Hotels
California Hotels Are Opening Amid Unclear Rules
June 4, 2020 02:01 PM
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Natalie Beauregard
The National Parks Are Reopening. Here’s What We Know
National Parks
The National Parks Are Reopening. Here’s What We Know
June 3, 2020 08:36 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Italy’s Top Museums Have Reopened Without Crowds
Tips + News
Italy’s Top Museums Have Reopened Without Crowds
June 3, 2020 04:13 PM
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Trisha Thomas
Italy Reopens to European Travelers—but Not to Americans Yet
COVID + Travel
Italy Reopens to European Travelers—but Not to Americans Yet
June 3, 2020 04:10 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
You Could Get Paid to Hike the Appalachian Trail and Drink Beer Next Year
Hiking + Cycling
You Could Get Paid to Hike the Appalachian Trail and Drink Beer Next Year
June 3, 2020 12:27 PM
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Maggie Fuller
This Travel Company Is Helping a Nairobi Slum During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Travel for Good
This Travel Company Is Helping a Nairobi Slum During the COVID-19 Pandemic
June 3, 2020 11:41 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
Care Package Ideas to Brighten Any Travel Lover’s Day
Packing Tips + Gear
Care Package Ideas to Brighten Any Travel Lover’s Day
May 29, 2020 05:43 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Urban Cowboy Lodge Is the Escape We All Need Right Now
Hotels
Urban Cowboy Lodge Is the Escape We All Need Right Now
May 29, 2020 04:26 PM
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Sunshine Flint
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