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Boracay Reopens After Being Closed to Tourism for Six Months

The popular island in the Philippines is welcoming visitors once again, but with a new set of rules to protect it from the effects of overtourism that nearly ruined it.

October 26, 2018 04:21 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

How to Support Small Businesses in Italy When You Can’t Travel There

Rome-based culinary guide and author Katie Parla shares four ways you can help your favorite Italian businesses right now.

April 16, 2020 02:59 PM

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Katie Parla

AFAR Advisor

Virtuoso Week 2019: Tips and Trends From the Fashion Week of Travel

Plus, should there be a Code of Conduct for travelers?

August 21, 2019 01:57 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Four young Black men playing trombone and several middle aged Black people in colorful suits dancing down the street

Cities We Love

6 New Orleans Neighborhoods for All-Night Parties, Live Music, and Memorable Food

From the lively French Quarter to the culture-packed Tremé, get your Crescent City bearings.

July 23, 2025 05:12 AM

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Kristin Braswell

Tips + News

Iceland Invites the World to Scream It Out

A new campaign encourages travelers and the travel-stifled to express themselves.

July 16, 2020 05:19 PM

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Sara Button

Engelberg offers ski devotees access to some of the best snow in Europe.

Where to Travel Next

This Swiss Destination is a Skier’s Paradise

An AFAR writer and winter sports enthusiast discovers unparalleled adventure when going off-piste in Engelberg.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade

The view from the inside of a Hobbit Hole looking out.

For the first time ever, guests will be able to stay on the Hobbiton set.

December 7, 2022 02:47 PM

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Bailey Berg

Young people relaxing on the grass at Hampstead Heath

4 Days In

How to Have the Perfect Long Weekend in London, According to Locals

Your city itinerary includes hidden basement bars, wide-open parks, and secluded mews with appealing restaurants.

June 24, 2025 01:43 PM

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Emma John

Patrons at Keys in Los Angeles on March 7, 2025.

Art + Culture

The Storied Past, Exciting Present, and Changing Future of L.A.'s Sunset Strip

West Hollywood’s legendary Sunset Strip builds on its legacy with a host of new musical offerings.

March 18, 2025 02:25 PM

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Edmund Vallance

History + Culture

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Biggest Fans Can Take Trips Inspired by the Architect

If you’re obsessed with this pioneer of American architecture, these tour itineraries for 2020—all designed to showcase Wright’s legacy—will not disappoint.

October 4, 2019 07:06 PM

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Sarah Buder

AFAR Advisor

How to Travel Your Roots by Zoom

Until we can travel again, find your heritage on Zoom through expert genealogists, DNA kits, and trip planners.

March 18, 2021 12:25 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

2B3707R France, Ardeche, Parc Naturel des Monts d'Ardeche, Montselgues, mountain bike

Hiking + Cycling

This 81-Mile Bike-and-Train Loop in Southern France Is All About Gorges, Gîtes, and Farm Lunches

In the overlooked Cévennes region, a three-day route connects bike or e-bike trails with a train ride.

June 10, 2026 12:21 PM

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Erin Henk

Fenced sandy path leading to the ocean at sunrise

U.S. Beaches

Where to Find Sun, Surf, and Seafood on the Jersey Shore

From fun and funky to classy and refined, there’s a beach for every person in the Garden State.

June 2, 2025 05:03 AM

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Rachel Chang

Outdoor Adventure

Ways to Celebrate Earth’s Wild Places—at Home and Abroad

The natural landscapes we love to visit need our support. In celebration of Earth Day, here are ways to show our gratitude, whether we’re planning our next trip or helping from home.

April 21, 2022 12:15 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Gondolas in a canal on the Adriatic Coast of Italy

Cruise

These Fun, New Themed Cruises Are Calling Your Name

Are you a food lover, a wine enthusiast, a history buff? Ponant has you covered with its inspiring new collection of themed cruises.

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