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Large Cruise Ships Return to Venice Despite a Recently Approved Ban

The Italian government this spring pledged to get cruise ships out of the Venice lagoon, but reaching that goal will take time.

June 7, 2021 05:53 PM

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Colleen Barry

Breeze Airways' "Nicest" class of service is the low-cost carrier's version of first class.

Air Travel News

Is It Worth Flying First or Premium Class on a Budget Airline? We Decided to Find Out

Low-cost carriers Breeze Airways and French Bee have their own versions of first and premium class seats at the front of the plane. We recently tested them out to see how they stack up.

February 24, 2023 04:15 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Winter 2024

In Utrecht, Chasing an Art Movement That Hoped to Heal the World

In the early 20th century, De Stijl changed history with its bold colors and lines. Writer Chris Colin hunts for its legacy in the Dutch city where it all began.

January 30, 2024 01:58 PM

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Chris Colin

Longreads

America, the Beautiful

Dozens of cultures, hundreds of languages, countless stories.

July 1, 2020 09:20 AM

Epic Trips

Why a Trip to Rwanda Will Stay With You Long After You’ve Left

A country once divided by hatred is showing the world how to heal. For travelers, it’s a destination where both nature and humanity inspire awe.

May 22, 2018 07:05 PM

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Tom Rachman

Bars + Nightlife

7 Winter-Ready Hotel Rooftops to Cozy Up on Right Now

Just because temps get low doesn’t mean your drinking shouldn’t stay high-in-the-sky—these cooler-weather cities offer rooftop perches that are welcoming and warming, all winter long.

January 24, 2019 09:18 PM

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Lindsay Lambert

Travel Inspiration

The Best Things to Do in Arizona

Rugged beauties like the Grand Canyon and the red rocks of Sedona entice travelers, but high-end resorts and top culinary options make this vast western state worthy of many return visits.

January 14, 2020 05:28 PM

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Stacey McKenna

Tips + News

Finland Wants to Send You on a Free Summer Vacation With a Local Guide

The country’s “Rent a Finn” program is pairing a few lucky travelers with locals to show off what makes Finland the happiest country in the world.

March 26, 2019 01:44 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Road Trips

Colorado’s Scenic Byways Could Be Your First Electric Road Trip

By electrifying its most scenic byways, the state is inviting sustainable travelers to explore further.

May 28, 2021 02:55 PM

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Ashley Mateo

COVID + Travel

Should I Go Home for the Holidays?

AFAR editors reflect on the challenges faced—and decisions made—regarding this year’s less-than-festive season.

December 10, 2020 12:03 PM

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Michelle Baran

Fogo Island Inn is set along the shores of its namesake island's rugged coastline.

Stay Here Next

This Remote Island Retreat Is One of Canada’s Most Epic Getaways

Fogo Island Inn in Newfoundland, Canada, is singular in its stunning design, local craftsmanship, and meaningful connections with the community.

June 7, 2024 10:31 AM

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Greg Sullivan

National Parks

Cascading Waterfalls and Craggy Peaks: The Ultimate Southwestern Colorado Road Trip

This loop around the San Juans soars over stunning mountain passes and into Victorian-era mining towns, spanning some of the most rugged terrain in the lower 48.

June 24, 2019 05:45 PM

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Brad Japhe

Holiday Travel

The Dos and Don’ts of Gift-Giving Around the World

What should you do when someone refuses a gift in Japan? And what colors should you use when wrapping a gift in Italy? We’ve got the answers.

December 7, 2017 05:26 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Art + Culture

A Cinema Lover’s Guide to Rome

A writer goes on a quest to find the Eternal City’s most cinematic spots.

October 17, 2018 06:39 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Air Travel News

JetBlue Founder Launches Breeze Airways With Fares Starting at $39

All of the new carrier’s routes connect cities that have little or no nonstop service.

May 21, 2021 09:32 AM

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Barbara Peterson

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