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Packing Tips + Gear

How to Dress for Winter, According to Nordic Adventurers

Plus, seven of our favorite Nordic and Scandinavian clothing brands to shop for surviving winter in style.

January 26, 2022 05:49 PM

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Terry Ward

A man looks up at a break between two rock cliffs, as though he's trying to decide whether or not to hike up.

COVID + Travel

How the Delta Variant Might Change Your Travel Plans

Should you change or cancel upcoming trips? How can travelers best protect themselves? Infectious disease and travel industry experts weigh in.

August 6, 2021 04:14 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hiking + Cycling

5 Urban Trails That Connect U.S. Cities to the Great Outdoors

You don’t have to get out of town to have rewarding encounters with nature. These green spaces offer ample opportunities to hike, walk, bike, glide or ride in the heart of the city.

July 16, 2021 06:38 PM

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Kristin Braswell

People stand on a train platform looking out at forests, a raging river and mountains in Alaska

Cruise

On an Emotional Cruise in Alaska, Reconnecting with My Family History—Including a Famous Ancestor

A writer sets out on an epic journey filled with connections—by sea and by rail.

August 28, 2025 07:25 PM

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Paul J. Heney

Expedition Cruises

The Ultimate Guide to Polar Cruising

Should you go to the Arctic or Antarctica, and with Lindblad Expeditions or Hurtigruten? What are the polar packing essentials? We break it all down for you.

May 6, 2019 07:36 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

UNESCO World Heritage

These Are the World’s Most Endangered UNESCO Sites—and How You Can Help Save Them

There are several challenges threatening UNESCO’s beloved World Heritage sites.

November 21, 2023 02:02 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Oberoi Udaivilas arranges secluded dinners in the most scenic parts of its 50-acre grounds.

Stay Here Next

A Review of One of Rajasthan’s Most Famous Retreats

One of Rajasthan’s most celebrated hotels is grand in both scale and design—and surprisingly family friendly.

April 18, 2023 05:05 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Food + Drink

9 Coffee Subscriptions and Boxes for Beans From Around the World

Treat yourself to one of these monthly or weekly craft coffee subscriptions. Bonus: They also make great gifts for loved ones in need of a pick-me-up.

June 4, 2020 05:08 PM

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Sarah Buder

AFAR Approved

This Rumpl Travel Blanket Comes With Me on Every Long-Haul Flight—and It’s Currently 25 Percent Off

The travel-size version of Rumpl’s sleeping bag–inspired blanket keeps me warm even when the AC is blasting at 30,000 feet. Get it for only $64 now.

November 16, 2023 11:06 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

United Employees Who Won’t Get Vaccinated Face Unpaid Leave or Termination

The airline is giving their unvaccinated employees until September 27 to get a shot—after that, they could possibly be fired.

September 10, 2021 02:26 PM

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David Koenig

A trip to Muskoka puts you in close proximity to tranquil lakes and beaches.

Weekend Getaways

Great Toronto Day Trips for Summer and Fall

Enhance your next visit to Toronto with an outing beyond the city limits.

June 28, 2023 01:27 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

Air Travel News

Air Travel Gets an Upgrade

A look at United Airlines’ Polaris lounges

Sponsored by United Airlines

Water Sports

Latest Thrilling Trend? Night Diving With Glowing Creatures and Feeding Sharks

“You never know what will emerge from the darkness.”

July 22, 2025 04:10 PM

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Suzie Dundas

Road Trips

23 Incredible Road Trips in the U.S.

Whether you’re looking for sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean or a multiday adventure through national parks, these road trips provide plenty of opportunities to explore the United States.

April 4, 2024 07:12 PM

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Ciera Velarde

Cities We Love

Why Now Is the Time to Visit Toronto, According to a Local

Canada’s first Nobu Hotel and the 50th anniversary of the Toronto International Film Festival are among the reasons why Toronto’s having a blockbuster year.

July 11, 2025 08:56 PM

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Julia Eskins

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