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Why Now Is the Right Time to Visit Qatar

New contemporary art venues, affordably luxurious hotels, and a visa waiver are just a few of the reasons to move Qatar to the top of your must-visit list.

Sponsored by Visit Qatar

Restaurants + Cafés

Cheese Tea: The Bizarre Drink to Order Next Time You’re in Shanghai (or San Antonio)

The odd combo works much better than it sounds, and there’s a load of flavors to discover.

August 31, 2018 02:52 PM

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Kat Odell

Where to Go in Fall

6 Pumpkin Festivals to Hit This Fall

Pumpkin spice lattes are for chumps. What about a pumpkin-eating dragon?

October 2, 2018 06:07 PM

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Rachel Wilkinson

History + Culture

The Truth About Austria’s Dark Side

With 24 hours’ notice, AFAR sent writer Tom Rachman to Vienna where, on his quest to discover  the soul of the Austrian capital, he  stumbled upon the city’s  darker side.

August 15, 2017 07:24 PM

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Tom Rachman

Hotels

How a New American Capsule Hotel Compares to Japan’s Famous Sleeping Pods

Capsule hotels—enclosed spaces with only a bed—are ubiquitous in Japan but still rare elsewhere. A new micro-hotel at Dulles Airport aims to change that.

April 25, 2019 02:47 PM

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Mike Arnot

Health + Wellness

5 Hotels That Will Change the Way You Sleep

A growing number of hotels and resorts are trying to raise the bar on your REM cycles, with everything from next-level pillows to hypnotherapy.

October 4, 2017 12:58 PM

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Sandra Ramani

Bars + Nightlife

The Late-Night Secret Ireland’s Pubs Don’t Want You to Know About

Former Dublin resident Jessica Colley Clarke details the cheeky, illegal, but somewhat common tradition of the lock-in.

February 4, 2016 04:03 PM

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Jessica Colley Clarke

AFAR Advisor

How I Built (and Run) a Successful Travel Agency: Valerie, Jennifer, and Kimberly Wilson

How did Valerie Wilson Travel, Inc. become an industry powerhouse?

September 5, 2019 12:28 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Holiday Travel

How to Navigate German Christmas Markets Like a Pro

First-timers can make their way through the stalls, snacks, and slang of Germany’s magical holiday markets with ease, thanks to these 10 essential tips and tricks.

November 29, 2018 05:37 PM

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Ken Chitwood

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

6 of the Best Wineries in Oregon’s Willamette Valley

The region has come a long way in its relatively short half-century of winemaking pursuits.

November 28, 2018 07:19 PM

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Bryce Wiatrak

Hiking + Cycling

Glacial Lakes, Ancient Forests, and Snow-Capped Volcanoes: The Ultimate Patagonia Road Trip

This road trip tops lists for a reason: The fairy-tale scenery comes with adrenaline-spiking nature adventures, authentic South American culture, and world-class hospitality.

December 5, 2019 03:50 PM

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Nora Walsh

Health + Wellness

The Urban Bathhouse Is a Wellness Trend We Can Get Behind

Luxurious places for a soak and sauna session are popping up around the United States. Here are seven to check out.

March 27, 2018 10:08 AM

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Vanita Salisbury

Cities We Love

Beyond the French Quarter: Discovering New Orleans’s Downriver Delights

The Crescent City checklist is full of things to see and do, but New Orleans rewards those who dive a little deeper.

August 8, 2018 02:45 PM

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Tim Chester

Weekend Getaways

Surprise Trips Are More Popular Than Ever—Here’s What It’s Like When a Stranger Plans Your Vacation

One AFAR editor let the surprise travel agency Pack Up and Go plan a mystery road trip—one where she didn’t find out her destination until the moment she walked out the door.

January 25, 2019 04:19 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

To Get a True Taste of Haiti, Try Its Ultra-Local, Artisanal Rum

The island is unlike anyplace else in the Caribbean. You can feel it in the air—and taste it in its rum.

May 22, 2018 06:13 PM

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Tom Downey

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