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The Surprising Story of Moscow’s Food Revolution

Start with a bubbling locavore scene, add a dash of Soviet nostalgia, and you’ve got the recipe for a delicious Moscow homecoming.

April 13, 2017 12:32 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

Books

8 Essential Books for Map Fans

These books feature hundreds of innovative and charming maps from the 1600s to the present day.

December 7, 2020 02:45 PM

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Tim Chester

Tips + News

Europe’s Internal Borders Reopen, but Restrictions Remain

On June 15, tourists from within Europe were able to start crossing borders, but travelers from outside the continent must still remain at bay.

June 16, 2020 02:13 PM

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Geir Moulson

Tips + News

Our Favorite Travel Stories of 2019

These were the stories we were most excited to read—and share—this year.

December 18, 2019 12:44 PM

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Staff

Family Travel

How the Eternal City Brought My Mom Back to Life

Before she lost her to cancer, an AFAR editor spent five days in Rome with her mom, learning how to live a fuller life.

February 28, 2018 08:26 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

Claridge's, one of London's most historic hotels, first opened in 1812.

Food + Drink

Why This Iconic London Hotel Is Our Newest Dining Destination

Chef Daniel Humm of the three Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park is making his U.K. debut.

December 9, 2019 10:18 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Art + Architecture

Is MIMA the Most Progressive Museum in Europe?

The art is only part of the reason this is one of Europe’s edgiest museums.

February 7, 2017 02:00 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Beaches

6 U.S. Islands Where You Can’t Help but Slow Down

Whether you’re strolling the coast of an Atlantic island or savoring the sunset on Hawaii’s low-key paradise, you’ll be surprised at how quickly time becomes irrelevant.

March 7, 2018 07:00 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Ocean Cruises

Is Virgin Voyages the Perfect Cruise for Cruise Haters?

Richard Branson said he didn’t like cruises. So, he developed a cruise line for people like him. Did he succeed?

October 14, 2021 05:37 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Trending News

Amid Devastation, Mexico City Unites

An AFAR writer recalls scenes of humanity and hope after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck the capital.

September 27, 2017 09:47 AM

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Allegra Ben-Amotz

Books

Selema Masekela on the True African Origins of Surfing

The sports commentator and activist shares his thoughts on his new book, the launch of his surf brand Mami Wata in the United States, and the unique spirit of African surf culture.

October 13, 2021 04:49 PM

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Mae Hamilton

History + Culture

Exploring Asia’s Surprising New Capital of Cool

The capital of Malaysia has become a hotbed of art and design. Kuala Lumpur’s most influential residents guide AFAR through five of the city’s creatively charged neighborhoods.

December 7, 2017 02:19 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

History + Culture

An Intimate Look at Taipei’s Surprising Youth Culture

Photographer Andy Richter discovers another side of Taiwan’s capital, where teens use fashion to break free.

November 29, 2016 08:30 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Travel for Good

Travel Should Be a Force for Good

As the travel industry begins its recovery, AFAR’s editor in chief calls for it to come back better than it was before.

June 4, 2020 06:26 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

A person speaking on the phone while reading a map

Travel for Good

The Most Heart-Warming Help We’ve Ever Received from a Stranger Abroad

AFAR staffers share their accounts of varying acts of kindness and humanity they’ve experienced from strangers around the world.

November 15, 2016 03:19 PM

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Sarah Buder

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