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Meeting the Lone Resident of the Highest Village in Europe

Wolves, avalanches, and months of solitude: a glimpse into life in the Caucasian wilderness.

January 20, 2020 11:37 AM

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Benjamin Kemper

Where to Travel Next

Travelers’ Choice Awards: The Top Destinations for 2018

For AFAR’s third annual Travelers’ Choice destinations awards, our readers cast more than 100,000 votes to recognize their top places to go. Get ready to hit the road—the world awaits.

December 13, 2018 11:07 AM

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Sara Button

Disney

What’s the Difference Between Disneyland and Walt Disney World?

We won’t go so far as to say the two theme park resorts are like night and day, but there are some key points of variation that you should consider before booking a trip.

August 28, 2019 11:10 AM

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Nicole Antonio

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Hidden Under This Street in France Is a Fascinating History—and Champagne Worth Billions

How the Avenue de Champagne, and the bottles in its cellars, have endured the test of centuries, from Napoleon’s conquests to the world wars.

August 29, 2018 04:18 PM

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Brad Japhe

Natural Wonders

This Vast Argentinian Plateau Is an Otherworldly Experience

With perspective-bending landscapes, ruddy pastel colors, and a harsh, remote location, Argentina’s Atacama Plateau feels downright Martian.

November 6, 2017 08:20 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Packing Tips + Gear

The Future of the Great American Road Trip Is Electric

Taking on the state’s most iconic highway in what has become—for better or for worse—the state’s most iconic car.

June 11, 2018 04:21 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Hiking + Cycling

Steep Canyons, Crashing Waterfalls, and Whales Galore: Northeastern Iceland’s Ultimate Road Trip

Reykjavík has its charms, but to get the most of all Iceland has to offer, it’s best to hit the road.

June 24, 2019 06:24 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Disney

The Grown-Ups’ Guide to Disneyland

Think you’re too old to enjoy the Happiest Place on Earth? Think again.

April 25, 2019 07:02 PM

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Nicole Antonio

Longreads

Finders, Keepers

Deep in southwest Arkansas is a state park that charges visitors $10 to search for gems that can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

May 5, 2021 02:35 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Weekend Getaways

10 Small Towns in the U.S. to Visit This Winter

Bigger isn’t always better when it’s time to get away. Case in point: These smaller, off-the-radar enclaves across the United States are well worth the wander come wintertime.

December 3, 2019 05:31 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Pura Ulun Danu Batur is a temple in Bali situated on lake Beratan high up in a crater of an extinct volcano in Bali, Indonesia.

Destination Spotlight

This Lesser-Known Corner of Bali is Perfect for Avoiding Crowds. Here’s What to Do There.

Your guide on what to see, where to eat, and which hotels to book in the relaxed, north of Bali.

October 1, 2015 11:29 PM

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Cain Nunns

Restaurants + Cafés

The Surprisingly Sweet Reason You Should Go On a Vinegar Pilgrimage

Believe it or not, a taste of vinegar can reveal a place’s essence just as well as a sip of fine wine can.

April 12, 2017 11:35 AM

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Aislyn Greene

The Sachertorte at Hotel Sacher in Vienna

Food + Drink

The Fascinating Story Behind One of Vienna’s Most Beloved Desserts

This beloved Austrian dessert is more than a culinary classic—it’s a source of national pride.

January 16, 2018 01:30 PM

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Sasha Martin

Art + Architecture

How to Hang Like a Local in Madrid’s Trendiest Neighborhood

Lavapiés, once overlooked, is the go-to district in the Spanish capital to find both traditional and modern Madrid.

February 23, 2018 05:25 PM

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Benjamin Kemper

Destination Spotlight

How to Explore Iceland Like a Local

When in Reykjavík, do as the Vikings do.

December 29, 2016 10:08 AM

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Maggie Fuller

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