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For some, crossing the Atlantic via cruise ship represents a way to connect with history.

The Thrill of an Off-Season Transatlantic Cruise, Rough Seas and All

Late fall and winter sailings across the Atlantic on Cunard line’s classic “Queen Mary 2” ocean liner can bring unpredictable weather. For enthusiasts, that’s part of the appeal.

January 5, 2023 09:14 PM

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Fran Golden

AFAR Travelers’ Awards

The Best Destinations in the World: 2020 AFAR Travelers’ Awards

It’s a great time to dream about the first place you’ll visit as soon as it’s safe to travel again.

December 18, 2020 04:07 PM

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Staff

Packing Tips + Gear

15 Podcasts to Help You Master a New Language

With a native speaker in your ear, you can study a language and be transported at a time when we all need an escape.

March 17, 2020 02:41 PM

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John Newton

Expert Insights on 6 Key Trends Shaping the Travel Industry

The Future of Travel

These Are 6 Key Trends Shaping the Travel Industry in 2018, According to Experts

Experts on the AFAR Travel Advisory Council share their insights

December 3, 2018 12:19 PM

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Lindsay Harrison

Road Trips

6 Things to Know About Taking Road Trips During Coronavirus

What is it like to take a road trip through the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic? AFAR deputy editor Jennifer Flowers shares her experience.

July 17, 2020 10:05 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Packing Tips + Gear

How to Apply Marie Kondo’s Life-Changing Magic to Packing

Does your suitcase spark joy? Travel can be messy, but Marie Kondo believes your luggage doesn’t need to be.

February 13, 2019 12:32 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Tips + News

Greece May Open to U.S. Travelers This Summer

Since June 15, international travelers from certain nations with “acceptably low” COVID-19 infection rates have been able to visit Greece.

July 15, 2020 06:17 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Minnewaska Park in New York, cliffs and water

Weekend Getaways

10 Weekend Getaways From NYC for Lobster Rolls, Contemporary Art, and Fall Foliage

Getting out of the city is a breath of fresh air; here’s where to go by train, bus, or car.

October 2, 2025 02:20 AM

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Sarah Buder

Disney

Where to Find Disneyland Resort’s Best Drinks (and Not Just the Hard Stuff)

Disneyland itself is famously dry, but an abundance of options is only a short walk away.

August 28, 2019 11:58 AM

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Nicole Antonio

These Are Europe’s Fastest Growing Destinations for Celebrating the Holidays

London is still the top spot across the pond for U.S. travelers during the holidays, but these unexpected cities are more popular than ever from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve this year.

November 30, 2018 12:39 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Architecture

This Detroit Neighborhood Is an Architecture Fan’s Dream

Mies van der Rohe designed 186 residences at Lafayette Park, where several tours let you enjoy his work from every angle.

August 7, 2018 04:24 PM

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Amy S. Eckert

Outdoor Adventure

The 15 Best State Parks in California You Need to Visit

Sometimes it feels as though the Golden State is one vast parkland. Where to peer into tide pools, hike the coast, and get your redwood on.

May 12, 2022 09:55 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Tips + News

The Real Story Behind Venice’s Newly Crystal-Clear Canals

One of the world’s most beloved cities appears to be returning to an earlier, unspoiled state. That optimistic conclusion, however, is not the whole story.

March 19, 2020 12:07 PM

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John Newton

Outdoor Adventure

Welcome to Ketchikan, Alaska’s Most Accessible Remote Destination

An abundance of native culture, jaw-dropping wild beauty, and proximity to the lower 48 give this charming small town its outsize appeal.

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