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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
6 Liquids That You Can (and Should) Be Packing in Your Carry-On
Packing Tips + Gear
6 Liquids That You Can (and Should) Be Packing in Your Carry-On
November 22, 2016 04:07 PM
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Maggie Fuller
The Best Portable Games for Long Flights
Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Portable Games for Long Flights
November 22, 2016 03:29 PM
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Sarah Buder
Great Travel Reads for Thanksgiving Weekend
Books
Great Travel Reads for Thanksgiving Weekend
November 22, 2016 03:02 PM
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Matt Villano
What to Expect From United’s New “Basic” Fare
Air Travel News
What to Expect From United’s New “Basic” Fare
November 22, 2016 02:19 PM
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Matt Villano
This Woman Won the Trip of Her Dreams Through AFAR and Lumeria Maui
Epic Trips
This Woman Won the Trip of Her Dreams Through AFAR and Lumeria Maui
November 22, 2016 12:22 PM
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Sarah Buder
How Voluntourism Got Its Groove Back
Travel for Good
How Voluntourism Got Its Groove Back
November 21, 2016 07:34 PM
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Maggie Fuller
7 Free Travel Journals to Dive Into
History + Culture
7 Free Travel Journals to Dive Into
November 18, 2016 08:05 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Why Security Pre-Clearance in Foreign Airports Is a Good Thing
Air Travel News
Why Security Pre-Clearance in Foreign Airports Is a Good Thing
November 18, 2016 05:59 PM
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Matt Villano
Vegas Rolls the Dice With Brand-New Bike Share Program
The Future of Travel
Vegas Rolls the Dice With Brand-New Bike Share Program
November 17, 2016 12:38 PM
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Matt Villano
6 Reasons We Love Australia’s Quirky QT Brand
Hotels
6 Reasons We Love Australia’s Quirky QT Brand
November 16, 2016 06:47 PM
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Ann Abel
10 Reasons to Travel to Abu Dhabi This Winter
Where to Go in Winter
10 Reasons to Travel to Abu Dhabi This Winter
November 16, 2016 01:39 PM
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Susan Mason
A person speaking on the phone while reading a map
Travel for Good
The Most Heart-Warming Help We’ve Ever Received from a Stranger Abroad
November 15, 2016 03:19 PM
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Sarah Buder
5 Simple Tricks for Upgrading Your In-Flight Meals
Air Travel News
5 Simple Tricks for Upgrading Your In-Flight Meals
November 15, 2016 12:11 PM
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Ashley Goldsmith
Living Our Values: A Letter from AFAR Cofounder Greg Sullivan
Founder’s Note
Living Our Values: A Letter from AFAR Cofounder Greg Sullivan
November 11, 2016 06:07 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Where a Designer Finds Inspiration in Marfa
Style + Design
Where a Designer Finds Inspiration in Marfa
November 11, 2016 03:14 PM
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Sarah Buder
How Realistic Is It to Really Move to Another Country?
Packing Tips + Gear
How Realistic Is It to Really Move to Another Country?
November 10, 2016 12:47 PM
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Matt Villano
A Real Snake Was Found on a Real Plane
Air Travel News
A Real Snake Was Found on a Real Plane
November 8, 2016 12:58 PM
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Matt Villano
Where to Get a Glimpse of the Golden Age of Baja
Beaches
Where to Get a Glimpse of the Golden Age of Baja
November 8, 2016 12:04 PM
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Jennifer Trandell
How to Visit Atlanta Like a Country Music Star
Art + Culture
How to Visit Atlanta Like a Country Music Star
November 7, 2016 05:43 PM
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Maggie Fuller
AFAR Staffers Weigh In on Hotels vs. Airbnbs
Hotels
AFAR Staffers Weigh In on Hotels vs. Airbnbs
November 7, 2016 02:04 PM
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Ashley Goldsmith
New Delta App Lets You Track Your Luggage
Air Travel News
New Delta App Lets You Track Your Luggage
November 7, 2016 01:22 PM
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Matt Villano
Eco-Friendly Air Travel Is Closer Than Ever
Air Travel News
Eco-Friendly Air Travel Is Closer Than Ever
November 4, 2016 01:39 PM
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Matt Villano
This Woman Is About to Visit Every Single Country in the World
People
This Woman Is About to Visit Every Single Country in the World
November 4, 2016 01:26 PM
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Matt Villano
A Mother-Daughter Road Trip up the California Coast
Road Trips
A Mother-Daughter Road Trip up the California Coast
November 4, 2016 09:11 AM
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Jenny Miller
What It’s Like to Sail on the World’s Most Luxurious Ship
Small Ship Cruises
What It’s Like to Sail on the World’s Most Luxurious Ship
November 2, 2016 12:03 PM
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Anne Kalosh
Can You Match These Holidays to Their Home Countries?
Festivals + Events
Can You Match These Holidays to Their Home Countries?
November 1, 2016 03:15 PM
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Nicole Antonio
This App Is Like a Travel Agent in Your Pocket
AFAR Approved
This App Is Like a Travel Agent in Your Pocket
November 1, 2016 09:18 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
Meet the Man Making Sure Airbnb Lives Up to its Values
Travel Insiders
Meet the Man Making Sure Airbnb Lives Up to its Values
November 1, 2016 09:17 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
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