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The Scottish Viking Fire Festival You Need to See to Believe

Blazing bonfires and costume-clad crowds bring the midwinter heat at this highly eccentric annual festival in the Northern Isles.

January 31, 2019 02:57 PM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

How to Pretend You’re in the Caribbean at Home

Use this itinerary as a guide to recreate the best parts of a Caribbean vacation—the music, the food, but not the sand—at home during lockdown.

June 19, 2020 06:12 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

AFAR Advisor

Why Colombia Should Be Your Next Dream Trip

A leader in sustainable tourism, this Latin American country offers nature in spades, plus fascinating history and vibrant culture that rewards all travelers.

October 29, 2020 05:34 PM

Where to Go in Fall

12 Beautiful Beaches in Europe That Are Perfect for Fall Travel

From Albania to the Algarve, these 12 beaches are exceptional in the autumn.

August 26, 2019 03:57 PM

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Lottie Gross

Art + Architecture

Behind the Scenes at the Vatican’s Hidden Mosaic Studio

In a tucked-away workshop restricted from the crowds of Vatican City, highly skilled artisans painstakingly preserve and create traditional Italian artworks.

May 29, 2019 06:33 PM

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Lindsay Lambert

How Google Could Eventually Be Your One-Stop Shop for Travel Planning

Google Docs has streamlined our work life; now Google Travel is working to be the cure-all for our travel booking and planning needs.

May 29, 2019 05:04 PM

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Michelle Baran

Loyalty + Rewards

Four Major Hotel Brands Just Merged Their Loyalty Programs Into One

Le Club AccorHotels finally merged the Fairmont, Raffles, and Swissôtel loyalty programs into one after acquiring the hotel brands in 2016. Here’s what’s in it for you.

July 2, 2018 07:49 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Culture

The Art Lover’s Guide to Arizona

The Grand Canyon State is rich in artistic attractions, including world-class museums, lively festivals, and several Frank Lloyd Wright sites.

January 14, 2020 08:46 AM

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Nora Burba Trulsson

Food + Drink

The Gin Distillery at the End of the World

At the gateway to Chile’s remote Torres del Paine National Park, the Last Hope Distillery rewards adventurers to Patagonia with craft spirits and conviviality.

October 31, 2019 02:28 PM

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Emily Gillespie

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Credit Cards for Groceries That Earn Points for Travel

Even if you’re not traveling, you can still earn bonus points and statement credits toward trips in the future with these rewards credit cards.

October 7, 2020 11:39 AM

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Eric Rosen

Health + Wellness

How to Soothe Your Tired, Achy Feet While Traveling

After hitting museums, hiking, biking, and touring, your feet deserve a mini spa treatment.

August 8, 2017 11:49 AM

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Vanita Salisbury

Natural Wonders

Another Total Solar Eclipse Is Coming in 2020—Here’s How to See It

During the celestial event next December 14, Chile and Argentina will be in the path of totality, and these are the trips you should take to experience it best.

December 12, 2019 08:41 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Tips + News

Why This Year Is the Best Time to Visit Hawaii

After a volcanic eruption and floods devastated parts of the state in 2018, Hawaii is back and better (and more affordable) this year. Here are a few specific reasons why you should go now.

February 11, 2019 01:18 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Camping

7 Easy Ways to Make Your Camping Trip More Comfortable

With these tips, your next campout can feel utterly indulgent.

September 15, 2020 07:48 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Last-Minute Alert: Rappel From the Rooftop of This London Hotel

Hotels

Guests Can Rappel From the Rooftop of This London Hotel

The Room with a View package offers a daredevil drop from the St. Giles Hotel’s 164-foot-tall central tower.

December 18, 2017 02:17 PM

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Matthew Phenix

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