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How Airline Upgrades Are Bringing Class Back to Economy Class

Long-lost perks and enhanced services are finding their way back to economy cabins.

April 4, 2019 06:31 PM

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Elaine Glusac

In Russia, you don’t put your shot glass down until you’ve emptied it.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Bar Exam: How to Drink Like a Local in 20 Countries

What may seem like normal bar behavior in the United States might not be acceptable elsewhere. Here’s a rundown of drinking etiquette in countries around the world.

March 9, 2018 08:25 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Air Travel News

I Took Uber Copter From Manhattan to JFK—Here’s What It’s Like

For $205, the 10-minute flight to the airport was worth it for the views alone but also was a huge time saver.

October 3, 2019 08:54 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Road Trips

Highway 1 Is Now Open Again on California’s Big Sur Coast

You can take a classic Big Sur road trip once again now that a section of Highway 1 is open. AFAR joined 80 other cars for the ride.

July 18, 2018 01:48 PM

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Tim Chester

ULURU, AUSTRALIA - CIRCA AUGUST 2016: Uluru at sunrise under beautiful fluffy clouds, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory, Australia

The Northern Territory

Overview

May 17, 2018 03:25 PM

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Serena Renner

The Future of Travel

How to Support Green Efforts on Maui

Lots of companies and festivals are upping the eco-game on Maui. Here’s how to find them.

Sponsored by Maui Visitors Bureau

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

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Air Travel News

Thinking of Flying JetBlue’s New NYC to Paris Route? Here’s What It’s Really Like

JetBlue launched its inaugural flight from New York to Paris on June 29. One AFAR editor flew the airline’s Mint business class (and economy back) to see how it compares.

July 6, 2023 07:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

Canada Bans 737 Max Planes After Ethiopian Crash, Leaving U.S. as the Last Holdout

Since Sunday, dozens of airlines and more than 45 countries have implemented changes to either ground their aircrafts or ban them from airspace entirely.

March 13, 2019 01:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Small Ship Cruises

Virgin Voyages’ First Season to Be as Progressive as Its Rule-Breaking Ship

The new cruise line from Richard Branson will be piloted by a Canadian woman, host an LGBTQ voyage, and have midnight sail-aways. Why are we not surprised?

June 28, 2019 08:11 PM

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Michelle Baran

Books

The Best Books of 2019 to Pack for Your Next Trip

With works from best-selling authors like Toni Morrison, Elizabeth Gilbert, and Colson Whitehead, these books top our list for the year.

September 27, 2019 06:34 PM

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Shannon Reed

A Ruff Guide to Adopting a Dog on Your Next Trip

Family Travel

These Hotels Pair Guests with Pups They Can Adopt

Make fetch happen. Bring home a new pet on your next trip at a hotel that’s connecting guests with animals in need.

July 13, 2018 01:51 PM

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Miranda Smith

Winter Sports

Here’s Why to Ski Western Canada this Winter

The awesome ski resorts here stand up to international heavyweights—and they’re easier to travel to.

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