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A living room area with a couch, arm chairs, and a large outdoor deck within a suite on the Four Seasons I yacht
Small Ship Cruises
The New Four Seasons Yacht Takes an Approach to Pricing Not Seen on Other Cruises. Will It Work?
A veteran cruise writer sails on the new ‘Four Seasons I’ and gives her take on the unique design and pricing of this brand-new yacht.
June 30, 2026 07:25 PM
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Fran Golden
The topsail schooner 'Pride of Baltimore II' seen at a bit of a distance sailing along the water with four sails and an American flag flapping off the back
Outdoor Adventure
Slow Travel in Style—Where to Sail on a Tall Ship in the U.S. This Summer
June 30, 2026 06:42 PM
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Pat Tompkins
The white facade of Mission San Juan Bautista with a two-tiered bell tower with three bells on the right and a large cross in front of the building
Trending News
California Is Giving Away a Free Pass to 30 Historic State Parks This Summer
June 30, 2026 02:28 PM
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Bailey Berg
People walking around and making selections from a food bar at Alaska Airlines' new lounge at Portland International Airport
Air Travel News
A First Look at Alaska Airlines’ Ambitious New Airport Lounge
June 29, 2026 05:43 PM
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Bailey Berg
Lake Club Exterior, Ritz Carlton Tahoe
Lake Club Exterior, Ritz Carlton Tahoe
Hotels
The Best Lake Tahoe Hotels for Ski Season and Summer Escapes
June 28, 2026 12:08 PM
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Alexandra Cheney
Above view to the empty Praia das Catedrais or Beach of Cathedrals located on northwest coast of Spain. It has been declared Natural Monument. Travel and famous touristic places concept. Europe, Spain
International Beaches
Europe’s Most Beautiful Beaches Aren’t Always Where You Would Expect
June 27, 2026 03:59 AM
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Lottie Gross
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
June 26, 2026 07:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
Meet the People Who Make the Marrakech Medina Tick
History + Culture
Meet the People Who Make the Marrakech Medina Tick
August 4, 2017 10:56 AM
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Lisa Abend
How to Navigate the Biggest Market in Marrakech Like a Pro
History + Culture
How to Navigate the Biggest Market in Marrakech Like a Pro
August 4, 2017 10:40 AM
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Sarah Buder
6 Hotel Bummers—and How They’re Getting Fixed
Hotels
6 Hotel Bummers—and How They’re Getting Fixed
August 3, 2017 05:53 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
How to Make Sense of the Intense, Timeless, Thoroughly Modern Beauty of Bangkok
Cities We Love
How to Make Sense of the Intense, Timeless, Thoroughly Modern Beauty of Bangkok
August 2, 2017 09:10 PM
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Tom Downey
How (and Where) to Get off the Beaten Path in Bangkok
Cities We Love
How (and Where) to Get off the Beaten Path in Bangkok
August 2, 2017 08:57 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
Why You Should Visit Greenland and Things to Do There
Epic Trips
Why You Should Visit Greenland and Things to Do There
August 2, 2017 03:35 PM
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Dana Brindle
10 California Wineries That Pair Sips With Concerts
Art + Culture
10 California Wineries That Pair Sips With Concerts
August 2, 2017 12:20 PM
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Tamara Palmer
How to Road Trip Through West Sweden
Road Trips
What Makes West Sweden a Great Road Trip Destination?
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Joshua Tree National Park Deserves Its Recent Recognition
National Parks
Joshua Tree National Park Deserves Its Recent Recognition
August 1, 2017 03:09 PM
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Matt Villano
The Tokyo Neighborhood You Need to Know
Festivals + Events
The Tokyo Neighborhood You Need to Know
July 31, 2017 06:14 PM
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Laura House
This Is the World’s First Onboard Virtual Reality Experience
Packing Tips + Gear
This Is the World’s First Onboard Virtual Reality Experience
July 31, 2017 05:38 PM
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Sarah Buder
Your Guide to What’s New on AFAR.com
Founder’s Note
Your Guide to What’s New on AFAR.com
July 31, 2017 04:08 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Vail Vows to Have Zero Environmental Footprint by 2030
The Future of Travel
Vail Vows to Have Zero Environmental Footprint by 2030
July 31, 2017 04:08 PM
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Matt Villano
Coolest Travel Jobs: What It’s Like to Live in Antarctica as a Polar Scientist
People
Coolest Travel Jobs: What It’s Like to Live in Antarctica as a Polar Scientist
July 31, 2017 04:08 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
Colorado’s All-Seasons Alternative to Aspen
Hiking + Cycling
Colorado’s All-Seasons Alternative to Aspen
July 31, 2017 04:08 PM
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Nile Cappello
5 Ways to Vacation Like the French
Travel Tips + Etiquette
5 Ways to Vacation Like the French
July 31, 2017 04:08 PM
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Lindsey Tramuta
The Best Rosé Wineries in the U.S.
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
The Best Wineries in the U.S. for Rosé Lovers
July 31, 2017 04:08 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Yes, You Can Take Your Teen (and Tween) to Tokyo
Cities We Love
Yes, You Can Take Your Teen (and Tween) to Tokyo
July 27, 2017 12:03 PM
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Lora Shinn
This Nazi Bunker Is Housing a New Museum
Museums + Galleries
This Nazi Bunker Is Housing a New Museum
July 26, 2017 01:35 PM
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Matt Villano
Adventure Comes Naturally in West Sweden
Outdoor Adventure
Adventure Comes Naturally in West Sweden
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Natural Wonders
How to See the August Solar Eclipse, According to an Eclipse Concierge
July 25, 2017 03:41 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
You Can Now Go Face to Face with Endangered Penguins in Chicago
Family Travel
You Can Now Go Face to Face with Endangered Penguins in Chicago
July 24, 2017 02:15 PM
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Matt Villano
Yes, It’s Possible to Explore the Amazon on a Stand-Up Paddle Board
Epic Trips
Yes, It’s Possible to Explore the Amazon on a Stand-Up Paddle Board
July 21, 2017 08:37 PM
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Jess McGlothlin
The New French Airline You Can Start Flying This Fall
Air Travel News
The New French Airline You Can Start Flying This Fall
July 21, 2017 04:00 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
Independent Hotels That Can Earn You Loyalty Points
Loyalty + Rewards
Independent Hotels That Can Earn You Loyalty Points
July 21, 2017 03:48 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
The West Texas Road Trip You Didn’t Know You Were Missing
Road Trips
The West Texas Road Trip You Didn’t Know You Were Missing
July 21, 2017 12:57 PM
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Sarah Theeboom
Pop Quiz: Test Your Soda Knowledge
Food + Drink
Pop Quiz: Test Your Soda Knowledge
July 19, 2017 07:37 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Meet Dripkit, the Easy-to-Pack Coffee Maker
Packing Tips + Gear
Meet Dripkit, the Easy-to-Pack Coffee Maker
July 19, 2017 05:37 PM
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Danielle Walsh
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