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S2, E25: The Promise and Peril of Digital Nomadism

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, an AFAR editor—and digital nomad—explores the dark side of working remotely.

July 25, 2023 05:35 PM

The Guards Bar at Raffles London at The OWO features wood-paneled walls and crimson chairs.

Unpacked, the Podcast

S3, E12: Behind the Scenes: How We Make Our Best New Hotels List

On this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, hotel expert Jennifer Flowers reveals the 31 hotels we should all be staying in this year.

April 4, 2024 09:00 AM

Travel Tales

S4, E2: Traveling in Picasso’s Footsteps

On this week’s episode of Travel Tales by AFAR, an art lover on a whirlwind trip through Spain and France explores the dramatic life—and complicated legacy—of Pablo Picasso.

October 12, 2023 07:20 PM

Head to the beaches of Bartolome Island in the Galapagos to see hermit crabs, blue-footed boobies, and other creatures.

Unpacked, the Podcast

S3, E2: Where, and Why, to Cruise in 2024

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, cruise expert Fran Golden shares her favorite itineraries for 2024, what’s new in the world of sustainable cruising, and the right cruise for every traveler.

January 23, 2024 01:03 PM

How Can We Be Better Travelers in Europe? Rick Steves Has the Answers.

Unpacked, the Podcast

S2, E19: Rick Steves Wants to Save the World, One Trip at a Time

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, we speak with travel legend Rick Steves about ethical travel and his climate smart commitment.

June 13, 2023 03:57 PM

Unpacked, the Podcast

S3, E14: Unpacking One of the World’s Most Diverse Cities

On this week’s episode of Unpacked, we explore one of the world’s most diverse cities—which didn’t really start out that way.

April 17, 2024 09:13 PM

Podcast: Is it Really Possible to Travel Like a Local?

Unpacked, the Podcast

S1, E3: Is it Really Possible to Travel Like a Local?

In our third episode of “Unpacked by AFAR,” tips on how to be a better observer, and how embracing our “outsider” status can help us travel better—and empathize more.

July 14, 2022 05:45 PM

Amsterdam brims with iconic sights, and walking and cycling along the canals are not only top experiences, but are also the best ways to get around. The city is home to numerous notable museums, many of which are conveniently gathered on the Museumplein. You can view some of the world’s great paintings at the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. More modern art and design are displayed at the Stedelijk Museum and new Moco Museum. The Anne Frank House, where you can visit the secret annex she and her family hid in during the Nazi occupation, is a moving experience. In the evening, peek into the Red Light District, one of Amsterdam’s most beautiful and historic neighborhoods, then head to a café for a local beer.

Unpacked, the Podcast

S5, E3: Beyond the Canals: An Insider’s Guide to Amsterdam’s Real Neighborhoods

On this episode of Unpacked: Off the Tourist Trail, Blane Bachelor shares her insider tips on navigating overtourism, cycling like a local, and finding the city’s quieter, more authentic side.

March 17, 2026 03:32 PM

M. Sanjayan, host of the PBS show "Changing Planet" and CEO of Conservation International, sits on a rock in the Australian outback.

Unpacked, the Podcast

S2, E11: How the Host of a Must-Watch Nature Show Deals With Climate Change

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, conservationist M.Sanjayan shares the secrets behind season two of his ground-breaking PBS show, Changing Planet.

April 19, 2023 04:38 PM

Unpacked, the Podcast

S3, E25: A Local’s View of Paris: Off the Beaten Path in a Changing City

On this week’s episode of Unpacked, we learn the cultural insights you need to venture beyond the tourist trail in Paris.

October 8, 2024 01:13 PM

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