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History + Culture

Why (and How) Mount Rushmore Was Built

The story behind one of the United States’ biggest man-made tourist attractions

October 17, 2016 05:56 PM
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Ashley Goldsmith
Other

How to Experience the World’s Flower Capital

Learn how to build a traditional flower arrangement in the country that supplies 65 percent of the cut flowers used in the United States.

October 17, 2016 05:18 PM
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Nick Pachelli
Restaurants + Cafés

AFAR Staffers’ Insider Tips on the Best Ways to Eat Abroad

How to taste the finest flavors the world has to offer.

October 17, 2016 03:08 PM
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Sarah Buder
Natural Wonders

TripAdvisor Is Taking a Major Stand for Animal Rights

The move comes at a time when travelers are pressuring tourism operators to act more ethically—especially when it comes to animals.

October 14, 2016 02:21 PM
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Matt Villano
Cities We Love

How Well Do You Know Your World Capitals?

Test your knowledge of the world’s leading cities.

October 14, 2016 01:52 PM
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Sarah Buder
People

Filson’s Creative Director on His Favorite Things to Do in the Pacific Northwest

From his favorite outdoor activities to his must-have gear

October 14, 2016 10:59 AM
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Jennifer Lee
Air Travel News

How to Make a Friend in Iceland

It’s actually really easy now thanks to Icelandair’s new program.

October 13, 2016 07:01 PM
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Andrew Richdale
Air Travel News

7 Tips for Better Domestic Travel

Flying within the United States can be a less-than-luxurious experience. Here’s how to make it more comfortable.

October 13, 2016 11:06 AM
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Ramsey Qubein
History + Culture

What “Narcos” Won’t Tell You About Medellín

The Netflix series paints only a partial picture of the Colombian city’s history.

October 13, 2016 11:06 AM
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Simon Willis
Hiking + Cycling

The Sense We All Should Use More Often When Traveling

One hiker discovers the importance of the most animal of senses: smell.

October 12, 2016 12:34 PM
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Alison Konecki
Hotels

Ritz-Carlton Rolls Out Car-Charging Stations Worldwide

A sign that electric cars have truly taken off

October 11, 2016 04:13 PM
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Matt Villano
Water Sports

What It Feels Like to Whitewater Raft in Alaska

Through the rapids of Six-Mile Creek in 22 untweetable tweets

October 11, 2016 02:25 PM
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Jeremy Saum
History + Culture

As a Traveler, How Do You Walk Sarajevo’s Bridge to the Past?

With 24 hours’ notice, AFAR sent writer Michael Clinton to the reborn capital of Bosnia-Herzegovina 20 years after a siege that broke the world’s heart.

October 11, 2016 12:48 PM
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Michael Clinton
Travel Tips + Etiquette

Should You Cruise During Hurricane Season?

The short answer? Yes.

October 10, 2016 07:38 PM
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Anne Kalosh
Tips + News

Belize Wants to Send You a Postcard

We love that the country’s new promotional campaign is in praise of postcards.

October 7, 2016 06:29 PM
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Maggie Fuller

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