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How to Explore Patagonia off the Beaten Track

The three jagged peaks towering over a turqouise lake in Torres del Paine may be one of the most iconic images associated with Patagonia, but there’s so much more to the region.

November 7, 2019 05:04 PM

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Stacey McKenna

Food + Drink

12 Guatemalan Foods to Try, From Street Hot Dogs to Mayan Stews

From traditional breakfasts to hearty stews, the country’s flavorful cuisine is a standout across Central America.

July 23, 2025 09:02 AM

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Maliah West

Tips + News

Hotels Step Up to House Coronavirus Health Workers and Patients

The Four Seasons, the St. Regis, and the Yotel group were among the first to throw open their doors.

March 27, 2020 04:11 PM

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Tim Chester

Cities We Love

The Best Things to Do in Chicago Right Now

Never mind the weather, Chicago has a host of possibilities indoors and outside.

December 1, 2021 12:22 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Two children with their father at the edge of a stream in West Maui

Family Travel

Should You Take Your Kids Out of School to Travel?

Is missing school a detriment to your child’s education or an enhancement?

February 23, 2024 05:32 PM

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Michelle Baran

Outdoor Adventure

New York State Needs Volunteer Leaf Peepers

These are the fall foliage hot spots prospective applicants (and avid leaf lovers) should scope out.

September 3, 2020 07:25 PM

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Michelle Baran

Beaches

Puerto Rico Has Nearly 300 Beaches—These Are the Least Crowded

Step into Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent waters, white sands, and bathtub temperatures—in solitude.

November 29, 2024 09:25 AM

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Terry Ward

Food + Drink

Required Eating: 7 Dishes Not to Miss in Martinique

From salted cod fritters and spicy avocado salad to langoustines and lamb curry, here’s the food and drink to try for the full island experience.

March 31, 2022 04:20 PM

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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates

Museums + Galleries

This New Experience Gives You “Access” to a Famed Prehistoric Cave in Marseille

A replica of the undersea Cosquer Cave—complete with recreations of the paintings that made it famous—is now open in the south of France.

June 6, 2022 08:32 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Epic Trips

In Fiji, Preserving an Underwater Paradise—One Tree at a Time

It all starts with a mangrove sapling at Nanuku Resort on Viti Levu.

March 29, 2023 05:40 PM

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Tim Chester

Small Ship Cruises

AFAR’s Ellen Asmodeo-Giglio Will Be Godmother to the New Azamara Pursuit

Ahead of its inaugural voyage this August, AFAR EVP and chief revenue officer Ellen Asmodeo-Giglio has been named one of two godmothers of the new Azamara Pursuit.

June 15, 2018 08:00 PM

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Staff

Outdoor Adventure

5 National Parks That Prove Why a Uganda Safari Is Special

A visit to Uganda’s wild spaces may include encounters with hulking gorillas, cruises along the Nile River, and treks through snow-capped mountains.

January 12, 2024 03:54 PM

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James Sturz

Food + Drink

7 Rooftop Bars with the Best Drinks (and Views) of Asheville

Gaze out at the Blue Ridge Mountains and art deco skyline from behind your chilled martini glass.

April 17, 2024 12:37 PM

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Erin McGrady

History + Culture

5 Immersive Trips That Reward Slowing Down

From Kenya’s wildlife preserves to Ireland’s quiet countryside, these journeys prioritize depth over speed.

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Cities We Love

What to Do in Northern California, According to Catherine Bailey of Heath Ceramics

The owner of the iconic ceramic brand shares her favorite places to eat, stay, and explore in Northern California.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

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