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Winter 2024

Traveling to Oman? Don’t Miss These Essential Things to Do

Bustling capitals, rugged mountains, and expansive deserts—there’s no shortage of things to do in Oman.

December 5, 2023 01:33 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

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Travel Deals

Does Buying Duty-Free Actually Save You Money? Experienced Shoppers Weigh In

How to buy smarter and maximize savings at international airports.

February 22, 2024 01:37 PM

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Iona Brannon

Open suitcase filled with folded clothes against a striped carpet.

Packing Tips + Gear

19 Travel Packing Tips From Frequent Travelers

Use these tips from Afar staff and other travel experts to pack more efficiently and stay organized on the road.

March 17, 2025 09:41 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Off The Tourist Trail

I’m a Barcelona Local—Here’s How to Avoid Tourist Crowds

Visit between November and March, shop for souvenirs with a story, and try boutique hotels.

August 15, 2024 12:43 PM

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Jessica Benavides Canepa

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Where to Travel Next

Hollywood on the Prairie: How Oklahoma Became the Nation’s Newest Movie Hot Spot

It’s time to catch up with latest star of the silver screen: Oklahoma!

March 25, 2024 01:59 PM

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Matt Kirouac

Packing Tips + Gear

Paravel Just Launched Its First Checked Luggage Line

Like Paravel’s carry-on suitcases, the larger Aviator Grand will also be carbon neutral and made with upcycled plastic water bottles.

November 10, 2020 05:32 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Mexico City, Mexico - March 15, 2022 : Locals and tourists, shops and restaurants on famous Madero Avenue, a historically significant pedestrian street of Mexico City

4 Days In

The Perfect 4 Days in Mexico City, According to Locals

Six tastemakers reveal the best new exhibitions, the top tostadas, and the perfect place for a cocktail.

December 11, 2024 02:50 PM

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Mary Holland

Three women hold a yoga pose on an open-air wooden platform. Surrounded by nature, mountains loom in the distance.

Health + Wellness

How to Slow Down and Recharge in Park City

In Park City, Utah, mindfulness shapes every experience—from unplugging outdoors to locally sourced meals, and supporting conservation.

Sponsored by Discover Puerto Rico

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Air Travel News

There’s One Major Airline You Couldn’t Find on Google Flights—Until Now

A change in policy will help travelers with comparison flight shopping.

May 23, 2024 03:25 PM

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Bill Fink

Weekend Getaways

Your Perfect Weekend Getaway in Sonoma Wine Country

From breweries and tasting rooms to hotels and rooftop restaurants, the small Sonoma County town of Healdsburg is experiencing a spate of new and exciting openings.

May 10, 2024 01:48 PM

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Jessie Beck

A guest of Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, a woman with brown hair in a white swimsuit, enters the aquamarine water of a cenote.

Art + Culture

Local Experiences to Try on Your Winter Getaway

With Maya-inspired cooking, Costa Rican coffee, and traditional Hawaiian workshops, these resorts highlight the heritage of the communities they serve.

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