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Space, the Deep Sea, and the Nudge That Saved His Life

This week on Travel Tales by Afar, we hear from professor and life-long traveler Jim Kitchen, who in the space of one year, traveled 66 miles into space—and seven miles down to the ocean floor.

July 17, 2025 12:08 PM

Unpacked, the Podcast

S2, E2: Happy New(ish) Year! Now Go Hug a Tree

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, we lace up our boots and enter the wide, wide world of forest bathing.

February 20, 2023 12:40 PM

Baby on Board: 5 Luxury Cruise Lines That Actually Cater to Kids

Unpacked, the Podcast

S2, E23: Four AFAR Editors Share Their Hard-Won Tips for Traveling With Kids

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, four AFAR editors—all parents—share their tips on traveling with kids, from how to deal with jet lag to one brilliant packing hack.

July 12, 2023 12:27 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

A Challenging New Exhibit Spotlights a Transforming Arctic Through the Eyes of Its Communities

Unpacked, the Podcast

S2, E3: How to Travel, and Soothe Your Anxiety, in a Climate-Changing World

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, senior news editor Michelle Baran explores how we can travel safely, smartly, and compassionately in a climate-changing world.

March 1, 2023 06:25 PM

Unpacked, the Podcast

S2, E5: A Man, a Dog, a Walk Around the World, Part I

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, we hear from Tom Turcich, who—along with his dog, Savannah—spent seven years walking around the world.

March 16, 2023 06:29 PM

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