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Santa’s Cabin Is Open for a Free 3-Night Stay This Holiday Season

Airbnb is giving away a stay at Santa’s home in Finnish Lapland to one lucky family. The only catch? The elves might put you to work in the post office.

December 4, 2023 04:58 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

COVID + Travel

India Reopens to Vaccinated Travelers

All travelers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and test negative for the virus within 72 hours of their flight.

October 15, 2021 12:34 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

gray car parked on side of empty road with parent and young blond boy peeking head out of car window to take a picture of the green mountains landscape

Family Travel

8 Road Trip Games to Keep Everyone Entertained, No Matter Their Age

Whether you’ve got a car full of kids, adults, friends, or family, these road trip games will make sure everyone has a good time—no equipment required.

December 1, 2023 09:23 AM

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Nathalie Alonso

COVID + Travel

Bermuda Is Loosening Requirements for Fully Vaccinated Travelers

But unvaccinated visitors will be banned, effective March 7.

February 14, 2022 07:56 PM

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Bailey Berg

Natural Wonders

11 Remote Places That Take Crowd-Free Travel to the Extreme

These locales may be difficult to reach, but the views make the effort more than worthwhile.

February 5, 2025 03:05 PM

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Becca Blond

Health + Wellness

Soak in the Scenery From the Most Stunning Outdoor Bathtubs in the World

Freestanding, clawfoot, or heated with geothermal power—these private outdoor bathtubs take relaxation to a deeper level.

October 5, 2018 01:42 PM

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Nicole Trilivas

Bars + Nightlife

These Swanky Speakeasies Are Hidden in Unmarked Hotel Guest Rooms—Here’s How to Get In

We’ll tell you five locations, but it’s up to you to find the secret hotel keys and passcodes.

July 24, 2025 09:42 AM

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Matt Kirouac

Air Travel News

TSA Security Screenings Will Be Self-Service in Select Airports

The new procedure is already available at 25 U.S. airports.

June 30, 2023 03:07 PM

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Bailey Berg

Founder’s Note

Why It’s So Important to Stay Connected

AFAR’s co-founder Greg Sullivan reflects on our rapidly changing world as the magazine goes to print.

April 2, 2020 01:36 PM

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Greg Sullivan

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National Parks

Everyone Visits Yosemite in the Summer, But Here’s a Smarter Time to Go

Perfect weather, stunning scenery, and more room to roam—here’s why spring and fall are the best times to visit.

Sponsored by Yosemite Mariposa County Tourism Bureau

Tips + News

This Is Nuts: You Could Go to Italy for Free, Thanks to Nutella

Only further fueling our addiction, makers of Nutella are giving fans a chance to win a five-day trip to Italy’s Piedmont region, the birthplace of the decadent hazelnut spread.

February 4, 2020 02:50 PM

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Mekalyn Rose

A flight attendant standing in an airplane aisle, with seats on either side. Her hands are raised to the luggage bins.

Air Travel News

Why Do Airplanes Dim the Cabin Lights During Takeoff and Landing?

One of the many mysteries of air travel actually has a very simple—and smart—explanation.

November 15, 2023 08:00 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

9 Charming Houseboat Rentals for a Socially Distanced Summer Trip

Epic Trips

9 Charming Houseboats in the U.S. to Rent for Your Next Summer Getaway

Planning your next trip is smooth sailing with these floating getaways on Airbnb and Vrbo.

June 11, 2020 11:37 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Sail to Hawai'i, French Polynesia, Singapore, across Asia and the Middle East on the all-suite 'Seven Seas Mariner.'

Expedition Cruises

7 Incredible Around-the-World Cruises to Book Now

If you have time to spare and want to visit a treasure trove of destinations from the comfort of a ship, these global sailings are well worth the splurge.

September 7, 2022 02:30 PM

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Fran Golden

Longreads

How My Autism Makes Me a Better Traveler

Traveling with autism has its challenges. It can also have some unexpected benefits.

April 2, 2024 10:02 AM

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Kiernyn Orne-Adams

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