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One safe Derby Day bet: This mint julep will be the most extravagant race day drink. It’s also second only to gambling in speedy ways to empty your wallet. Net proceeds, though, go to charity.

An AFAR Ambassador Spends a Week Learning Italian in the Eternal City

What’s the secret to a genuinely friendly welcome? In Japan, a dedication to group harmony and an appreciation for the transience of the moment.

Everyone should travel solo at least once in their life. Here’s why.

Lions, elephants, and zebras are great, but you don’t have to go on safari to fall in love with these less-visited parklands in countries across the continent.

Photographer Christopher Anderson explores French identity through the colors of the flag.

The head monk of Mongolia’s oldest monastery, who will be joining a trip with Nomadic Expeditions this summer, offers a history lesson—and a few pearls of wisdom.

We won’t go so far as to say the two theme park resorts are like night and day, but there are some key points of variation that you should consider before booking a trip.

See which 10 countries saw the largest percentage of arrival growth by international tourists between 2016 and 2017, according to new numbers from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

On the toe of the Italian peninsula, a second-generation Italian American finds striking landscapes, underappreciated cuisine, and warm hearts.

As a kid moving from one hotel to the next, AFAR deputy editor Jennifer Flowers found nourishment in family rituals. Here, she shares her secret for beating homesickness.

How to keep your possessions safe on the road in three easy steps

A pot of cocido madrileño is served with a fascinating history—and lots of flavor.

Here’s everything you need to know to plan a perfect itinerary for this year’s celebration of midcentury modern design, taking place February 14 through February 24, 2019.

The odd combo works much better than it sounds, and there’s a load of flavors to discover.