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The Doctor Will Be With You . . . in 3 Hours

After a three-hour wait and a broken video chat sent me scrambling to book a COVID-19 test abroad, BinaxNOW’s COVID at-home test appears to be back to normal.

August 9, 2021 07:02 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hiking + Cycling

The Great Way to See Canada’s Scenic Beauty That Many Travelers Miss

The best way to explore the country’s wilderness in winter? Fat biking.

March 20, 2025 03:09 PM

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Steve Lyons

In Russia, you don’t put your shot glass down until you’ve emptied it.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Bar Exam: How to Drink Like a Local in 20 Countries

What may seem like normal bar behavior in the United States might not be acceptable elsewhere. Here’s a rundown of drinking etiquette in countries around the world.

March 9, 2018 08:25 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Tips + News

EU Officially Proposes Reopening External Borders

The European Commission hopes international travelers will be able to visit Europe this summer.

May 3, 2021 03:29 PM

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Samuel Petrequin

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

Air Travel News

How to Figure Out What Type of Plane You’re Flying In

The type of plane you fly on can affect everything from how much luggage space you’ll have to how you can pick the best seat.

January 17, 2024 05:45 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

You can seek warmer temps in Southern Hemisphere destinations like Brazil.

Holiday Travel

Why Thanksgiving Is the Best Time to Travel

Hitting the road in lieu of heading to the dinner table can result in some unforgettable Thanksgiving memories.

October 25, 2022 07:54 PM

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Michelle Baran

Where to Travel Next

Millennials Can’t Get Enough of This Stretch of Florida Coast

Why people of a certain age are flocking to Tampa and St. Petersburg.

January 28, 2022 01:53 PM

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Terry Ward

Propeller plane by the shoreline of a beach

Off The Tourist Trail

Skip the Crowds: The Best Places in Florida to Visit Next

Head to deserted beaches, seek out lesser-known state parks, and explore downtown Orlando’s neighborhoods.

February 21, 2025 12:05 PM

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Terry Ward

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

Tips + News

This Is What a Socially Distanced Louvre Looks Like

After a four-month lockdown, the world’s most visited museum reopened to a limited number of visitors on Monday, July 6. Here’s what it looks like now compared to before coronavirus.

July 7, 2020 04:42 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Yes, You Need Rental Car Insurance—but You May Already Have It

Everything you need to know about rental car insurance before your next trip.

March 7, 2023 08:00 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

Jaguar rewilding in Caiman Ecological Refuge, in Brazil's Pantanal.

Safari

Venturing into Brazil’s Pantanal Region on a Jaguar Safari

In the Brazilian wetlands, we track jaguars and hyacinth macaws on a wildlife conservation tour in the same time zone as New York City.

October 17, 2022 01:45 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Loyalty + Rewards

Escape Winter: 6 South Florida Resorts and Hotels You Can Book With Points

Swap snow for sunshine and put your hard-earned points to use at these top hotels under the Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, and Marriott portfolios.

January 21, 2022 03:27 PM

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Paul Rubio

Open Sky in Utah is just a 20-minute drive from the entrance to Zion National Park.

Hotels

These Are the 6 Best Hotels for Watching the Perseid Meteor Shower

These are the best U.S. hotels for watching one of the most spectacular night-sky events of the year.

July 27, 2023 08:04 AM

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Stephanie Vermillion

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