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Road Tripping in One of Italy’s Most Underrated Islands [VIDEO]

A local shares her tips and recommendations for the perfect road trip in Sardina.

October 16, 2023 09:50 AM

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Claudia Cardia

Cities We Love

9 Reasons Why Bremen is One of Germany’s Most Innovative Cities

The pulsating, multifaceted heart of Northwest Germany rose to prominence as a hive of cutting-edge technology, science, architecture, and gastronomy some 1,200 years ago.

Sponsored by The German National Tourist Board

Trains

A New High-Speed Train Will Connect These 2 Iconic Italy Destinations Directly

Starting in 2024, travelers will be able to take a single train (versus a cumbersome connection) to travel from the capital to this famed archaeological site.

June 16, 2023 03:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Road Trips

8 Scenic East Coast Road Trips to Take This Year

Pick a podcast, gas up (or charge up), and hit the road for one of these epic drives.

May 25, 2022 08:16 PM

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Ray Rogers

A person taking a picture if another person on a rock.

Winter 2024

Behind the Scenes: How We Chose the AFAR 2024 Where to Go List

In the editor’s letter of the latest issue of AFAR, deputy editor Tim Chester explains the process behind the annual Where to Go list.

January 9, 2024 01:43 PM

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Tim Chester

History + Culture

The Most Spirited Day of the Dead Celebrations in the United States

Outside of Mexico, some of the liveliest observances of Día de los Muertos take place in U.S. cities—and they’re totally free to attend.

October 9, 2023 12:07 PM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

How to Pretend You’re in the Caribbean at Home

Use this itinerary as a guide to recreate the best parts of a Caribbean vacation—the music, the food, but not the sand—at home during lockdown.

June 19, 2020 06:12 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, is located on a private peninsula in Mexico's Rivera Nayarit.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Mexico for Families, According to Parents

These hotels and resorts in Mexico deliver superlative hospitality to travelers of all ages.

July 11, 2024 12:10 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Safari

Botswana’s Chobe Game Lodge Is Changing Safaris With All-Women Guide Teams

One game lodge in Botswana is revolutionizing the safari industry with its team of “Chobe’s Angels.”

May 17, 2022 02:13 PM

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Sucheta Rawal

UNESCO World Heritage

Venice No Longer Risks Losing UNESCO Status

The decision comes after a ban on massive cruise ships in the city’s historic center.

July 26, 2021 02:50 PM

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Colleen Barry

A white guest room with doors opening to balcony and view of the Eiffel Tower

Hotels We Love

The Paris Hotels Where an Eiffel Tower View Is Actually Worth It

Not all Eiffel Tower views are created equal. These hotels prove why only some are worth the splurge.

September 18, 2025 09:58 AM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

The pool at the Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi surrounded by palm trees, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a four-story yellow hotel building

Air Travel News

This Airline’s New Flight Stopover Program Includes Free Luxury Hotel Nights

Turn a connecting flight into a restorative retreat.

June 6, 2024 08:44 AM

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Bailey Berg

Art + Culture

This Tokyo Bar on Wheels Never Parks in the Same Place Twice

Minibar Midori has no fixed address and announces its whereabouts on Instagram, so finding it is half the fun.

May 7, 2026 12:08 PM

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Marigold Warner

COVID + Travel

Times Square Will Host New Year’s Eve Again—for the Vaccinated

Those with proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be able to partake in the city’s iconic New Year’s Eve celebration.

November 16, 2021 02:12 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Tips + News

Air Italy Joins United in Offering Nonbinary Gender Booking Option

The Italy-based carrier is the first European airline to do so.

June 5, 2019 05:24 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

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