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Ditch the Dining Hall: U.S. College Towns With A+ Restaurants

Move over fried cheese sticks, bottled Ranch dressing, and overcooked cafeteria burgers: In these nine cities, destination-worthy cuisine is just as important as academic excellence.

August 31, 2018 08:21 PM

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Kim Westerman

Outdoor Adventure

Why Winging It Behind the Wheel Is the Best Way to See Sweden

With paper map and film camera in hand, an AFAR editor discovers the benefits of a tech-free road trip from Stockholm to Gothenburg.

February 14, 2018 02:35 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Where to Travel Next

Colima: The Overlooked Mexican Region We Almost Don’t Want to Tell You About

In compact Colima you can drive from cities to volcanoes to surf breaks in under an hour. But this quiet region won’t stay secret for much longer.

December 17, 2018 08:23 PM

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Will McGough

Road Trips

It’s Easier Than You Think to Adventure With an Airstream

Don’t be intimidated—hitting the road with a gorgeous, gleaming Airstream in tow is an unforgettable experience, and one that’s sure to stop traffic (in a good way).

June 25, 2018 08:04 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Natural Wonders

This Vast Argentinian Plateau Is an Otherworldly Experience

With perspective-bending landscapes, ruddy pastel colors, and a harsh, remote location, Argentina’s Atacama Plateau feels downright Martian.

November 6, 2017 08:20 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Why Santa Ynez Valley is the New Napa

An influx of restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, and dreamers has turned these bucolic communities into one great food destination

November 30, 2016 07:59 PM

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Chaney Kwak

National Parks

6 Incredible Overnight National Park Adventures

Why stop at a casual hike? Let these guided tours take you deeper into some of the country’s most fascinating national parks.

April 15, 2016 08:41 PM

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Alina Polishuk

Other

Make Norway’s Second City Your First Choice

Savvy travelers skip Oslo and head straight for Bergen, a coastal city hemmed in by mountains, for a taste of real Norway.

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January 29, 2023 10:18 AM

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Sarah Khan

Hiking + Cycling

Steep Canyons, Crashing Waterfalls, and Whales Galore: Northeastern Iceland’s Ultimate Road Trip

Reykjavík has its charms, but to get the most of all Iceland has to offer, it’s best to hit the road.

June 24, 2019 06:24 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Food + Drink

The Tiny Island Just Minutes From Québec City That’s a Food Lover’s Paradise

Alongside fresh berries, homemade jams, maple syrup, wine, and cheeses, Québec’s Île d’Orléans serves up a side of nature and history.

June 12, 2018 07:23 PM

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Vanita Salisbury

Longreads

Finders, Keepers

Deep in southwest Arkansas is a state park that charges visitors $10 to search for gems that can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

May 5, 2021 02:35 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Epic Trips

Lavish African Safaris That’ll Give You Your Money’s Worth (and More)

These high-end safari experiences don’t skimp on luxury, yet come jam-packed with value.

June 4, 2018 05:39 PM

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Jane Broughton

Festivals + Events

13 Spring Events Worth Traveling for in 2018

Need an excuse to book a trip? Let one of these notable happenings around the world be your inspiration.

January 23, 2018 09:27 AM

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Sara Button

Outdoor Adventure

Check In at These 4 Adult Summer Camps

Sleeping bags accepted, but not required.

June 3, 2016 04:14 PM

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Nicoletta Richardson

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