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See Mexico’s Sacred “New Fire” Ceremony Through an Indigenous Photographer’s Eyes

Photographer Joanna García Cherán shares a glimpse of the ancient fire lighting ritual, which has been practiced by her indigenous Purépecha community since the pre-Hispanic period.

February 14, 2020 10:40 AM

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Sarah Buder

From the Editor

What Travel Can Teach Us About Empathy

AFAR editor in chief Julia Cosgrove reflects on travel’s power to cultivate open-mindedness and respect.

February 14, 2020 10:22 AM

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Julia Cosgrove

Hiking + Cycling

This 1,200-Mile Colorado Bike Trip Is a Cyclist’s Dream

With bike tour operator Cycle of Life Adventures, you can spend 26 days enjoying some of the state’s most stunning national parks and best trails.

February 13, 2020 07:44 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Longreads

Why You Should Visit Indian Country

As tourism to reservations and Native-run destinations increases, tribes are developing distinctive experiences.

February 13, 2020 03:02 PM

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Rebecca Nagle

Travel for Good

The Thoughtful Traveler’s Guide to Indigenous Tourism

When communities share their culture on their own terms, everybody wins.

February 13, 2020 11:03 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Travel for Good

How to Travel Ethically in Sub-Saharan Africa

AFAR spoke with Dr. Chika Ezeanya-Esiobu, an expert in indigenous knowledge, who shared her thoughts about meaningful travel through Africa.

February 13, 2020 09:38 AM

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Christine Ajudua

Expedition Cruises

Just Back From Antarctica

Why it matters to go to Antarctica now

February 13, 2020 09:23 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Expedition Cruises

5 Great Shore Excursions to Book While On an Alaskan Cruise

From cuddling sled-dog puppies to hiking Denali National Park, the best Alaska cruise itineraries mean more great ways to explore Alaska right now.

February 12, 2020 09:52 AM

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Anne Kalosh

Festivals + Events

Striking J’ouvert Celebration Portraits From Grenada

Photographer Wayne Lawrence captures the raw and vivid predawn revelry of J’ouvert.

February 12, 2020 09:48 AM

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Sara Button

Photo Essays

Bolivia’s History-Making Indigenous Climbers, in Photos

Photographer Todd Antony captures images of the Aymara women who are defying stereotypes and taking to the mountaintops.

February 12, 2020 08:49 AM

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Sara Button

Travel for Good

How Aboriginal Tourism Is Changing Travel in Australia

A new initiative Down Under is increasing the visibility of indigenous travel experiences.

February 12, 2020 08:20 AM

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Katie Lockhart

Restaurants + Cafés

A Visit to Café Ohlone, the Behind-a-Bookstore Restaurant Serving Indigenous Cuisine

The Berkeley cafe offers the true food of the East Bay—the original California cuisine.

February 12, 2020 08:22 AM

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Shanthi Sekaran

National Parks

Another National Park Will Soon Require Reservations

This fall, Acadia National Park plans to test a new permit system to cut down on traffic and overcrowding.

February 11, 2020 07:31 PM

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Maggie Fuller

History + Culture

Cape Town Celebrates Nelson Mandela’s Legacy With Powerful Tributes and Landmark Trail

Following the 30th anniversary of Mandela’s release from imprisonment, here’s where to follow in his footsteps across landmark sites in South Africa.

February 11, 2020 06:13 PM

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Lindsay Lambert

Air Travel News

This New Nonstop Flight to Guadeloupe Is a Game Changer for Your Winter Travels

With the addition of its JFK-PTP route, JetBlue now flies to the French overseas department three days a week. AFAR was on the inaugural flight.

February 11, 2020 03:28 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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