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Solo Travel

The World’s Northernmost Pilgrimage Route Is in Norway—and Almost No One’s Heard of It

Unlike the cramped, crowded Camino and other famous trails, the St. Olav Ways is so unknown that it’s almost a secret.

January 18, 2019 07:33 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Style + Design

A Design Lover’s Guide to Art Nouveau in Europe

Despite a relatively short period of popularity, art nouveau left its mark in cities across Europe; these are the best places to spot the ornate, elegant style.

September 13, 2018 07:43 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Art + Architecture

How to Discover the Artistic Side of New Orleans

Designer Alexa Pulitzer is constantly inspired by the city.

April 18, 2016 07:55 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Longreads

How an Unplugged Trip to Buenos Aires Turned Into an Epic Bar Crawl

Alone, techless, and unable to speak the language, one writer finds the best way to understand the city is to order a drink.

July 23, 2018 07:56 PM

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Mark Byrne

Tips + News

Book Now, Pay Later: Everything You Need to Know About Third-Party Travel Financing

If your wanderlust knows no bounds—but your budget does—third-party travel financing might just be the match for you.

March 15, 2019 06:05 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

Bars + Nightlife

Why Spain Is the Best Place to Rekindle a Love of Late Nights

AFAR spins the globe and sends novelist Mira T. Lee on a last-minute trip to Spain, where she rediscovers a forgotten side of herself.

July 24, 2019 03:29 PM

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Mira T. Lee

Holiday Travel

How Independence Days Are Celebrated All Over the World

From the United States to South Korea, these countries have unique ways of observing Independence Day traditions.

July 2, 2018 08:00 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Cities We Love

Fake Monument Turns NYC Tourism Upside Down

It commemorates a giant octopus attack on the Staten Island Ferry.

October 4, 2016 12:48 PM

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Matt Villano

Water Sports

7 Islands That Will Make You Want to Buy a Sailboat

Sailing isn’t just another way to get around—it grants you access to places, communities, and experiences that other travelers often miss.

March 9, 2018 01:25 PM

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Matt Jancer

Art + Culture

Is This the Most Magical City in Mexico?

Explore Mexico’s hippest enclave through the lens of travel photographer Ana Linares.

June 16, 2017 06:52 PM

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Dana Brindle

Safari

4 Great Countries in Africa for Your First Safari

These experiences and operators offer a range of price points and embrace sustainable tourism practices.

June 28, 2022 05:40 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Books

This Book Will Forever Change the Way You See NYC

Forget your GPS—Katharine Harmon’s latest book is the only map you need for a trip to the Big Apple.

October 19, 2016 03:25 PM

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Kyana Moghadam

Restaurants + Cafés

What Should You Eat in New Orleans? ‘Wicked, Wicked Things’

May 6, 2016 11:36 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Natural Wonders

Otters Returning to Central California in Record Droves

You can easily spot them from land or from a kayak.

April 5, 2017 05:39 PM

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Matt Villano

Cities We Love

A Local’s Guide to Jaipur’s Royal Past and Glittering Future

Jaipur, the centuries-old home of Rajasthan’s royal family, is beginning to embrace the cutting edge. Samir Andrea Kasliwal, an heir to the 166-year-old Gem Palace, explains.

July 30, 2018 07:54 PM

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Samir Andrea Kasliwal

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