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Turkey Converts Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia Museum Back Into a Mosque
The 6th-century cathedral became a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of the city in 1453, but has been a museum since 1934, drawing 3.7 million tourists last year.
July 10, 2020 04:34 PM
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Suzan Fraser
Books
7 UNESCO Cities of Literature Every Bookworm Should Visit
Make the most of your readerly passions at these global cities recognized for their vibrant literary communities.
November 27, 2023 11:06 AM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Destination Spotlight
10 Places You Must Visit on a Trip to Portugal
Of course, there’s Lisbon and Porto, but there are other places worth visiting too.
July 26, 2023 09:58 PM
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Charmaine Noronha
Art + Culture
The Things That Cheered Us Up This Week
Looking for some good news—or at least a delightful diversion—in this time of uncertainty and isolation? AFAR’s editors share the positive little things that have brightened long days spent inside.
May 22, 2020 01:02 PM
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Staff
Trending News
It Will Now Cost Less to Visit Bhutan—if You Stay Long Enough
The Kingdom of Bhutan recently increased its Sustainable Development Fee for visitors to $200 per day. But there’s a new exemption for longer-term stays. Here’s what to know.
July 28, 2023 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
Cities We Love
A Road Trip Through North Carolina’s Reinvented Core
The cities of Raleigh, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte are innovating a cool future through art, food, and a celebration of the past.
February 22, 2022 01:09 PM
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Sheryl Nance-Nash
Cities We Love
Discover Queens and Support Asian-Owned Businesses (and More) When You Visit NYC
We tapped a local Korean-American artist for her take on what the many thriving Asian communities of Queens have to offer. Check out these recommendations for the borough’s energetic, bustling hubs for eating, drinking, shopping, and nightlife.
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NYC & Company and written by Dakota Kim
4 Days In
The Perfect 4 Days in Detroit, According to Locals
See the best art museum in the country, wander a 985-acre island, and enjoy a coney dog.
March 3, 2025 10:00 AM
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Sarah Bence
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New Zealand Drops Vaccine Mandate and Most Masking Rules
The changes bring an end to the vast majority of COVID restrictions in a country that had some of the strictest measures in place during the pandemic.
September 12, 2022 03:48 PM
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COVID + Travel
Hawai‘i Issues New Rules for Vaccinated Travelers—What You Need to Know
As of July 8, fully vaccinated out-of-state travelers do not need to take a pretravel COVID test and are not required to quarantine.
July 14, 2021 06:43 PM
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Michelle Baran
Style + Design
An Iconic Art Deco Department Store in Paris Has Finally Reopened
A first look at Samaritaine, which after being closed for 16 years is welcoming back shoppers once again—but this time foodies, champagne sippers, and hotel and spa guests are invited, too.
June 23, 2021 07:30 PM
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Sara Lieberman
Stay Here Next
Inside Bangkok’s Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Opening of the Year
Set within the historic Nai Lert Park, Aman’s first urban hotel in Thailand is a sanctuary of sculptural art, serene suites, and next-level wellness.
June 10, 2025 11:28 AM
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Jenny Adams
Air Travel News
What Do They Actually Spray on Planes to De-Ice Them?
Thanks to the de-icing process, airlines can get their flights safely off the ground even during extreme winter weather. Here’s what de-icing entails.
December 26, 2025 10:14 AM
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Bailey Berg
Trending News
Need a New U.S. Passport? Speed Up the Process at These Local Passport Fairs
As delays in U.S. passport processing mount, the U.S. State Department is hosting a series of events throughout the country to help travelers submit their passport applications.
July 11, 2023 08:43 AM
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Michelle Baran
Art + Culture
The 16 Best Travel Movies for Inspiring Wanderlust
These comedies, biopics, documentaries, and adventure films made us want to book a flight.
February 19, 2025 09:41 AM
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Aislyn Greene
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