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Traditional spanish shrimp with garlic, usually prepared with olive oil, top view

Food + Drink

Where to Eat and Drink in Spain, According to a Mixologist

September 18, 2015 01:23 PM

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Jen Murphy

Where to Travel Next

Get to Know Jordan’s Luxurious Side

Immerse yourself in the culture and epic scenery of Jordan with these luxurious experiences that take you from dawn past dusk.

September 7, 2017 11:39 AM

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Visit Jordan

Hotels

6 Hotel Robes Worth Booking a Room For

Cozy up.

June 23, 2015 01:10 PM

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Jessica Glavin

Beaches

One Tiny Country Is Fighting to Save Its Endangered Reefs—for All of Us

Palau is a small country with a big responsibility: protecting some of the world’s most important reefs for future generations of divers and snorkelers.

December 3, 2017 07:00 PM

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Anna Vodicka

A traditional Balinese wood-carved door.

Style + Design

How and Where to Buy Balinese Wood Carvings

This quick and easy guide covers where to go, what to look for, and how much to expect to pay.

August 1, 2016 05:16 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

National Parks

Beyond the Safari in Africa’s Other National Parks

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.

November 8, 2018 07:22 PM

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Will McGough

Expedition Cruises

17 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Going on a Galápagos Cruise

From tips on when to go to exactly how much sunscreen you’ll need to pack—here’s what you need to know before taking an expedition cruise to the Galápagos Islands.

August 5, 2019 05:18 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Restaurants + Cafés

The 6 Types of Tacos You Need to Try in Mexico City

We talked to a taco expert about every kind of taco to find which ones are worth seeking out.

February 18, 2016 03:16 PM

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Will McGough

Festivals + Events

Has a Recession Killed Brazilian Carnival?

As many as 50 towns have canceled this year’s celebration due to tight funds.

February 22, 2017 03:47 PM

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Matt Villano

Other

5 Ways to Feel the Magic in Santa Fe

Now more than ever, the city is full of experiences that fuel the body and spirit. (Bonus: It’s home to great alcoholic spirits, too.)

January 20, 2016 08:36 PM

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Alex Schechter

History + Culture

Preserving Peru’s Ancient Culinary Legacy, One Forgotten Ingredient at a Time

In the face of environmental and cultural change, innovative chefs, dedicated scientists, and knowledgeable farmers are banding together to rediscover their country’s gastronomic roots.

August 8, 2018 01:30 PM

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Melanie Haiken

Books

True Tales of Adventure to Inspire Your Next Epic Trip

Between the covers of these nine books, the authors cover a lot of ground, from a trek in Australia to a perilous journey in Antarctica.

June 19, 2018 12:17 PM

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Sara Button

Food + Drink

Spain’s Most Substantial Stew Is the Definition of Comfort Food

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

January 9, 2018 10:52 AM

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Leah Messinger

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Best Expat Advice From Our Readers Who’ve Lived Abroad

We asked current and former expats from the AFAR community for their top tips on how to move to—and settle down in—another country. This is what they told us.

February 16, 2017 04:15 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Where to Travel Next

Where to Travel in 2019 According to Your Astrological Sign

Looking to find the perfect travel adventure in 2019? We asked an astrologist for the very best destination matches, based on your sun sign.

January 11, 2019 05:33 PM

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Ryan Evans

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