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New York Times best-seller Peggy Orenstein shares some thoughts on travel, writing, and performing for an audience after her appearance at AFAR Travel Tales.

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Books

What’s in a Name? How One Traveler Went From Outsider to Local in Lesotho

When Will McGrath followed his wife, Ellen—a sociologist specializing in AIDS research—to Lesotho, he knew little about the African country. Less than a year later, he became Moshoeshoe.

September 18, 2018 04:36 PM

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Will McGrath

Epic Trips

Meet the Storyteller: Emma John

Writer Emma John sat down with us after appearing at AFAR Travel Tales, where she shared her memories of traveling to Venice.

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Tips + News

Hurricane Lane Is Causing Catastrophic Rain and Flooding in Hawaii

The storm has been downgraded to Category 2 but is still inflicting major damage throughout the Hawaiian Islands.

August 24, 2018 06:08 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Architecture

Eight Unmissable Art Shows in Europe This Fall

Across the continent, several new exhibitions are worth building a trip around.

August 23, 2018 03:12 PM

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Kimberly Bradley

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Santa Barbara’s Ultimate Tasting Room Trail

In this beautiful seaside town, you can sample many of California’s most exciting wines without ever getting in your car.

August 22, 2018 08:00 PM

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Georgia Freedman

Packing Tips + Gear

Pack Like a Pro: What an Instagram Influencer Never Leaves Behind

In this series, we interview figures in business, entertainment, and fashion about their travel essentials.

August 15, 2018 12:29 PM

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Mike Arnot

National Parks

Big City Escapes: 8 National Park Service Treasures Within Easy Reach

These sites offer starry skies, pristine deserts, and tales of our multicultural history—and they’re all close to some of the nation’s biggest cities.

July 25, 2018 02:26 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Art + Architecture

Think Outside the Gallery: Where to Explore Andy Goldsworthy’s Immersive Art

Andy Goldsworthy’s outdoor projects prompt travelers and art lovers alike to reflect more deeply on their surroundings.

July 12, 2018 07:26 PM

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Allison Gibson

Water Sports

Some of the World’s Best New Dive Spots Are Under Oil Rigs

Offshore oil rigs can be eyesores, but beneath the surface, the views are anything but ugly.

July 11, 2018 05:37 PM

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Tara Bradley Connell

Food + Drink

The One Summer Treat You Need to Try in All 50 States

Across the country, we wait eagerly for summer’s seasonal fruits, fried treats, and nostalgic snacks. These 50 are always worth the wait.

June 22, 2018 06:08 PM

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Shilo Urban

Solo Travel

Travel Tips From an Adventurer Who Walked 7,456 Miles Across Africa

Mario Rigby recently returned from a walk across Africa, traversing the continent from Capetown to Cairo. The journey took two years and three months. Here’s what he learned.

June 15, 2018 04:30 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Cities We Love

Where to Shop Now in Los Angeles

Explore the best and most stylish shops in L.A.

June 14, 2018 10:34 AM

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Visit California

Packing Tips + Gear

The Future of the Great American Road Trip Is Electric

Taking on the state’s most iconic highway in what has become—for better or for worse—the state’s most iconic car.

June 11, 2018 04:21 PM

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Aislyn Greene

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