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Train Travel

You Can Still Flag Down a Train in Alaska’s Backcountry

A day trip on the Hurricane Turn Train near Denali National Park gives one writer a peek at what it’s like to live unplugged and off the grid in the Alaskan backcountry.

December 11, 2018 06:56 PM
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Erin Gifford
Expedition Cruises

Why This Controversial Cruise Is a Big Deal

Global warming made this voyage possible—but it was as sustainable as possible and brought thousands of dollars into Inuit communities.

September 15, 2016 03:31 PM
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Anne Kalosh
Mexico

Overview

May 23, 2018 04:10 PM
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Catherine Craddock-Carrillo
Tasmania

Overview

March 31, 2021 11:28 AM
National Parks

Airbnb Will Make Visiting America’s National Parks Easier Than Ever

A new partnership between Airbnb and the National Park Foundation will spotlight listings near select national park sites.

June 29, 2017 01:43 PM
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Sarah Buder
Epic Trips

What It’s Like to Swim With Whale Sharks

Get ready for a huge dose of perspective.

June 27, 2017 10:58 AM
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Sarah Purkrabek
Restaurants + Cafés

Heading to Boston? 6 Fun Things to Eat

You won’t want to miss these unusual treats.

May 12, 2016 07:46 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Tips + News

9 Ways to Pick Your Next Trip

AFAR editors share their tried-and-true methods for deciding where to go next.

October 1, 2015 04:50 PM
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Danielle Walsh
Travel Tips + Etiquette

DriveShare Is the Airbnb of Cool Vintage Cars

Skip the rental-car counter: This clever app will put you behind the wheel of a classic ride on your next vacation.

January 5, 2018 01:29 PM
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Brett Berk
Hotels

10 Bohemian Jungle Getaways for Free Spirits

From a glampsite in Bali to Pablo Escobar’s former beach retreat, these lush getaways will charm you with their rustic, laid-back vibes.

March 30, 2018 04:26 PM
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Nicole Trilivas
Bars + Nightlife

The Best Rooftop Bars in Washington, D.C.

From the shaded terraces of five-star hotels to rowdy wooden decks atop local dives, these rooftops “raise the bar” on alfresco evenings in the nation’s capital.

February 15, 2019 04:54 PM
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Susan Mason
Museums + Galleries

How to See the Historic Obama Portraits—and Why You Should Make the Trip

This week, the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery became the center of the contemporary art world.

February 15, 2018 08:25 PM
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David K. Gibson
Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Complete Guide to Booking Travel Online

What is an online travel agency, and what are the best sites and apps to use to search for hotels and flights? We break it all down for you.

October 4, 2019 02:26 PM
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Mike Arnot
Myanmar

Overview

May 17, 2018 03:22 PM
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Duncan Forgan
Packing Tips + Gear

Should You Use a Friend-Finding App While Traveling?

When it comes to solo sojourns, a new generation of apps is attempting to connect travelers faster than ever.

February 10, 2016 07:56 PM
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Daniel Dumas

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