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Beyond the Olympics in London’s East End

The Spirit of Istanbul

A new generation of tastemakers puts Beijing on the fashion map.

Chris Walker and Morgan Hartley spent three months cycling through central Asia as part of an 18-month bike trip. Here is part one of five of their account, in which their trip is almost thwarted from the start.

On a trip with a young traveler in tow, a writer reflects on her first Venice adventure—and how it changed her life.

A writer seeks out the disappearing workshops that have been the source of elegance in Naples for generations.

Where to eat the best tapas in Madrid, Sevilla, Barcelona, and San Sebastián—plus how to order them like the locals do.

With just an old photograph in hand, a writer sets out to understand her father’s role in the Vietnam War—depending entirely on the kindness of strangers willing to help.

Sylvia Kouvali’s Istanbul: Tophane

Chefs bring fresh flavors from Portugal’s former colonies to Lisbon’s plates.

Expect to find jazz, rock, metal, Latino pop, salsa, and even classical. The live music scene in Mexico City goes way beyond mariachi—though you can certainly find that, too.

In Japan’s capital, youth dress up—and let loose—in over-the-top themed establishments.

Split! Eight Quirky Border Towns

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Jonathan Gold on a spontaneous journey to Prague with just 24 hours’ notice.

How do you make sense of diverse, dizzying São Paolo? Talk to the people who make the sushi, spray the graffiti, and build the giant watermelons.