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Josephine Baker Becomes First Black Woman Inducted at the Panthéon in Paris

The late entertainer and activist has received France’s highest honor, joining French luminaries such as Voltaire, Marie Curie, and Victor Hugo.

November 30, 2021 07:28 PM

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Sylvie Corbet

Food + Drink

Protecting The Ocean, One Rum Cocktail at a Time

Kicking off World Ocean Month, the original Barbados rum joins forces with 4ocean to help clean up the global seas and celebrate its seafaring heritage.

Sponsored by Mount Gay Rum

Inspired by 1930s cruise ships, the <i>Orient Express Silenseas </i>will feature classic interior design while also showcasing state-of-the art sustainable shipbuilding technology and advancements.

Cruise News

You’ll Soon Be Able to Sail—Yes, Sail—on the Orient Express

The world’s most renowned luxury train brand is building a sailing ship that looks just as exquisite and over the top as you would expect.

January 13, 2023 02:40 PM

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Michelle Baran

September / October 2021

A Better Way to Visit Hawai‘i

How will Hawai‘i—facing climate change, overtourism, and a push to reclaim Native lands—welcome travelers again?

September 2, 2021 09:05 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Health + Wellness

7 Best Onsen to Visit for a Dip Into Japanese Hot Spring Culture

Travel to these places and try one of Japan’s most relaxing traditions.

May 9, 2023 10:58 PM

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Burcu Basar

Road Trips

These Epic Road Trips Don’t Require a Gas Station

These five EV drives are charged up with plenty of adventure.

June 26, 2023 08:53 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

A beach lined with yellow and white loungers and umbrellas in Cannes, France, with a large cruise ship at sea in the distance

Cruise News

Oversized Cruise Ships Continue to Fall Out of Favor in Europe as Another French City Votes to Ban Them

The move is the latest among a growing wave of European cities that are restricting cruise ships to curb overtourism.

July 2, 2025 06:57 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Winter Sports

Where to Ski and Après Ski in Deer Valley This Winter

Three-time Olympian Kris “Fuzz” Feddersen reveals the runs to chase, après spots worth lingering at, and where you’ll find the legendary skier’s buffet.

Sponsored by icebreaker

Cities We Love

Washington, D.C.’s Neighborhoods Not to Miss

Venture beyond the Mall to explore the restaurants in Columbia Heights, the music scene at the Wharf, and the art in Blagden Alley.

January 5, 2022 12:32 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

Loyalty + Rewards

The Enhanced, No-Fee X1 Is a Game-Changing Credit Card

X1 continues to rewrite the credit card narrative.

January 24, 2023 01:34 PM

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Paul Rubio

Clouds covering Cocos Island National Park in Costa Rica.

Outdoor Adventure

Whales, Sea Turtles, and Active Volcanoes—Here Are 9 Must-Visit Costa Rican Parks

Though smaller than the state of West Virginia, Costa Rica has devoted more than 25 percent of its land to protected parks and nature reserves.

April 17, 2023 07:18 PM

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Mona Gable

A bird's eye view of a long, straight beach in Corpus Christi, Texas.

U.S. Beaches

Why This Beach Destination is a Fall Favorite

Still-warm weather and fewer crowds make beachcombing, birdwatching, and more in the Gulf Coast of Corpus Christi ideal for an autumn vacation.

Sponsored by Visit Corpus Christi

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Book a Hawaiian Vacation Using Hotel and Credit Card Points

Hotel points and credit card rewards can save you tons of money on a trip to Hawaii.

October 29, 2020 08:12 PM

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Eric Rosen

Colorful buildings line the waterfront in Gdansk, Poland

Visas + Passports

If You Have Family From These 9 Countries, You Can Get Dual Citizenship

Americans yearning for a second citizenship, and the benefits it provides, check your family tree. Some countries offer an easier path to citizenship based on your heritage.

March 31, 2025 06:20 PM

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Jamie Davis Smith

Health + Wellness

Inside the New Waterfront Spa on New York’s Governors Island

The QC NY spa is now open—and AFAR got a sneak peek inside.

May 31, 2022 12:27 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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