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Cities We Love

Canada’s Oldest Chinatown Is an Underrated Day-Trip Destination

It’s not in Toronto. Or Vancouver.

December 30, 2022 07:31 PM

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Vivian Chung

Cities We Love

Three Remarkable Days in Cologne

Home to Cologne Cathedral, and filled with Romanesque churches, pedestrian-friendly streets, and world-class museums, one of Germany’s oldest cities also happens to be its liveliest.

Sponsored by the German National Tourist Board

Travel Tales

How One Entrepreneur Put Down Roots in Argentina’s Wine Country

Michael Evans went to Argentina to clear his head. Twelve years and a booming business later, he has no intention of leaving.

February 13, 2017 12:12 PM

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Andrew Parks

Cities We Love

The Ultimate Palm Springs Travel Guide

Less than two hours from Los Angeles, Palm Springs has long been the city’s popular desert getaway, welcoming both Hollywood stars and less famous visitors.

January 31, 2019 07:00 PM

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Staff

Tips + News

Thailand Admits First Foreign Tourists in 7 Months—but They Have to Stay at Least 30 Days

The arrivals must adhere to a number of rules.

October 20, 2020 01:49 PM

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Jerry Harmer

From the Editor

What a Wonderful World: Memories of a Perfect Day in Queens With My Dad

AFAR editor in chief Julia Cosgrove on what makes a city—and a country—great.

July 31, 2018 03:09 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

The new three floor United Club features two bar areas—one of which feels like a downtown Denver brewery.

Air Travel News

United Just Unveiled Its Largest Ever Club Lounge

The new lounge near gate B44 nods to the Centennial State with locally produced art and beer flights.

September 13, 2023 03:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Travel Next

An Adventure that Chooses You

No matter what adventure means to you, The Islands of Tahiti will expand the way you experience the world

April 5, 2018 09:25 AM

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Tahiti Tourisme

Air Travel News

Are Surgical Masks Safer Than Cloth Masks on Planes?

Several international carriers have recently banned cloth masks. Are they less protective than surgical masks? Infectious disease experts weigh in.

September 13, 2021 06:52 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Plan Your Most Joyful Trip, According to a Happiness Expert

Laurie Santos’s Yale University course “Psychology and the Good Life” focuses on topics such as mindfulness and slowing down. Here’s how you can apply her teachings to your own travels.

July 30, 2019 05:04 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Where to Travel Next

7 Beautiful Places in Italy Without the Crowds

Ditch the crowds and spend some time in these destinations instead.

January 15, 2025 03:19 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

There are no government rules about cleaning requirements or schedules.

Air Travel News

How Do They Clean Those Airplane Blankets, Really?

Pillows, blankets, seats, bathrooms, dishes, and trays—how the heck are airplanes cleaned? And how often?

July 25, 2023 12:35 PM

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Jennifer M. Wood

History + Culture

What’s in a Name? Why Turkey Is Now Türkiye

Türkiye is the latest country to attempt a rebrand. What motivated the move?

January 11, 2022 01:46 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Computer on a desk in the middle of the jungle

Solo Travel

7 Tips for Traveling the World as a Digital Nomad

Life as a digital nomad isn’t all laptop shots against an azure ocean—here are some crucial tips for making the transition.

January 6, 2025 03:15 PM

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Annie Daly

Epic Trips

This Lesser-Known Island Is Malta’s Quieter Little Sister

From fig festivals and beaches to hiking and rock climbing, here’s a local’s guide to enjoying this lesser-known Mediterranean gem.

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