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Travel Tips + Etiquette
7 Things Travelers Should Never Do When They Encounter Wildlife
As another summer of national park crowds leads to the inevitable run-ins between humans and animals—sometimes with tragic consequences—follow these expert tips on how best to proceed when you spot animals in the wild.
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Ruffin Prevost
Art + Culture
5 Music Festivals Worth Traveling For
These global weekenders offer top music and good times—but also a strong sense of place.
February 8, 2024 06:15 PM
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Tim Chester
Hotels
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Afar’s resident hotel expert uncovers 12 of the most alluring new and renovated hotels of 2025, from California to Indonesia.
February 14, 2025 12:54 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Astrotourism
The Last-Minute Guide to Traveling for April’s Total Solar Eclipse
Haven’t finalized your solar eclipse plans? We’ve got you covered.
March 19, 2024 03:30 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Photo Essays
This “Elephant Village” Is Incredibly Hard to Reach. That’s a Good Thing
For those who make it to Dzanga Bai, a reward awaits: This elephant stronghold remains one of Africa’s least visited spectacles.
August 20, 2025 10:12 AM
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Chris Schalkx
Hotels
You’ll Soon Be Able to Glamp by Some of California’s Biggest National Parks
Under Canvas has set its sights on a major expansion in the Golden State.
June 10, 2019 03:02 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
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America 250 Celebrations in the Northeast: Boston Activism and the Oldest Fourth of July Parade in the USA
From Boston to Bristol, the nation’s birthplace leads the charge in celebrating 250 years of American independence.
December 3, 2025 06:04 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
Outdoor Adventure
Scout For Shipwrecks and Glimpse the Northern Lights on This Underrated Coastline in the Midwest
Wisconsin’s coast—with its cliff jumping, sea kayaking, and winter surfing—offers plenty of fun experiences.
May 21, 2025 02:40 PM
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Jacqueline Kehoe
Hiking + Cycling
This 240-Mile Trek in the Swiss Alps Is All About Mountain Huts and Cheese Shops in the Clouds
The Via Alpina trail spans eight European countries, and Switzerland’s section is a hut-to-hut dream.
October 31, 2025 12:56 PM
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Lucy Kehoe
Summer 2022
Syrian Refugees Are Transforming an Ancient Turkish City’s Food Culture
Writer Anya von Bremzen explores the fluid nature of food, identity, and community in Gaziantep, a Turkish city renowned for its cuisine—and reshaped by the Syrian war.
September 27, 2022 01:22 PM
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Anya von Bremzen
Where to Travel Next
You Haven’t Seen the Northern Lights Until You’ve Seen Them From a Hot Tub
These are the best spas to get your aurora borealis on.
March 21, 2025 03:54 PM
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Travel Tips + Etiquette
What to Know Before Visiting Saudi Arabia
Now that the kingdom is welcoming international travelers, here’s everything you need to know before planning a trip to Saudi Arabia.
January 18, 2023 11:30 AM
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Sarah Khan
Packing Tips + Gear
Why Thule Luggage is the Do-Everything Gear You Need for All Your Adventures
Beloved for their bike racks and cargo carriers, this Swedish brand combines intelligent design with time-tested construction for multipurpose bags that effortlessly transition between the trail, the city, and everywhere in between.
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For people with autism, traveling can be stressful. But these certified resorts, cruises, and destinations can remove a lot of that worry.
April 7, 2025 02:34 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
Camping
The 10 Best State Parks in Texas You Need to Visit
Desert mountains, sandy beaches, clear blue rivers, and deep canyons. The Lone Star State has it all—and you can find it in a state park.
March 31, 2022 04:57 PM
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