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17 Independent Bookstores We Love Around the World

In London, Paris, Porto, and beyond, these independent shops should be required stops on any bibliophile’s travel itinerary.

July 19, 2024 06:56 AM

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Tim Chester

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Solo Travel

As a Solo Female Traveler, Here’s What to Know and Where to Go

These are the best destinations for women traveling solo, plus tips for how to go.

March 3, 2025 09:47 AM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

Cities Are Becoming More Cycle-Friendly as They Emerge From Lockdown

From Lima to Barcelona, city dwellers are rethinking their reliance on cars as restrictions start to ease.

May 4, 2020 05:03 PM

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Aritz Parra

Food + Drink

Waterworld

America’s first water sommelier believes that the more we think about what we drink, the more we will care about the planet. But first, he has to get people to take him seriously.

October 28, 2020 11:13 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Books

The Surprising Book Genre That Could Inspire Your Next Trip

Using settings as characters, the best mysteries can offer a vivid introduction to a city or country. These stories will get you started on your next adventure.

May 21, 2024 06:11 PM

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Pat Tompkins

COVID + Travel

Netherlands Go Back Into Lockdown for Holidays

All non-essential stores, bars, and restaurants in the Netherlands are closed from December 19 until January 14.

December 20, 2021 04:18 PM

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Danica Kirka

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What’s New In...

What’s New in Washington, D.C. This Fall

Don’t let election season scare you away: The nation’s capital has plenty of other exciting things to offer in the coming months.

October 9, 2024 09:01 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Videos

VIDEO: Carbon Emissions Are Dropping in 30 of the World’s Largest Cities

World of Good is a video series featuring feel-good stories that often get buried in our newsfeeds. In this episode, we look at a little something positive in climate news.

May 19, 2020 08:01 PM

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Maggie Fuller

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Travel Tips + Etiquette

6 Tips for Travelers Who Want to Move Abroad—and Companies That Will Help You Do It

Expats and digital nomads who have already made the leap offer their advice. Plus, companies that can make the process much smoother.

January 29, 2026 06:58 PM

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Meagan Drillinger

From the Editor

What Travel Can Teach Us About Empathy

AFAR editor in chief Julia Cosgrove reflects on travel’s power to cultivate open-mindedness and respect.

February 14, 2020 10:22 AM

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Julia Cosgrove

Tips + News

The World’s 10 Greenest Cities of 2020

Vienna tops Resonance’s annual list of the world’s greenest cities based on criteria like air quality, walkability, and access to recycling and composting programs.

April 22, 2020 09:18 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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Hotels

How This Hotel’s Stunning Architecture and Rich Legacy Make for a Dream Getaway

Almost a century since it was born, this iconic hotel continues to wow guests with its Frank Lloyd Wright heritage, 22,000-square-foot spa, and world-class amenities.

Sponsored by Arizona Biltmore

The entryway to the opulent grand Zwinger museum complex in Dresden, Germany

History + Culture

The Rich Heritage in This German Region Makes It a Must-Visit on Your Next Europe Holiday

Descend into ancient mine shafts, visit skilled woodcarvers, soar to the top of eastern Germany’s highest mountain, and soak up the charm of historic towns.

Sponsored by Hilton and the German National Tourist Board

AFAR Advisor

These Under-the-Radar German Cities Will Please Your Most Discerning Clients

Discover 17 hidden gems in “the country of poets and thinkers” that combine luxury, history, wellness, wine, and more passion-led activities for some quality time away.

Sponsored by German National Tourist Board

Sustainable Travel

Electric Boats Are Coming Sooner Than You Think

From Buenos Aires to Belfast to Bangkok, newly electrified ferries and tour boats (and even a few cruise ships) are changing the way we set sail.

May 14, 2024 05:31 PM

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Elissa Garay

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