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Woodabe men dressed in traditional regalia for the Gerewol Festival.

4 African Cultural Traditions Travelers Can Participate In

From beauty pageants for men to the mask craftsmen of the DRC, here are four African cultural traditions that have withstood the test of time.

November 9, 2022 02:29 PM

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Wendy Watta

Outdoor Adventure

“Lord of the Rings” Fans, Rejoice: This New Hiking Trail Is for You

Spain’s El Camino del Anillo is now open, and on it, travelers can see a number of Middle-Earth-like landscapes.

July 13, 2020 01:57 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Four young Black men playing trombone and several middle aged Black people in colorful suits dancing down the street

4 Days In

4 Days in New Orleans: Zip Lines Over Alligators, Raised Mausoleums, and Cajun Sausage Croissants

Find locally recommended haunts during a long weekend in a city both ancient and young, silly and sacred, polite and profane.

October 24, 2025 09:10 AM

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Jenny Adams

Cruise

Virgin Voyages to Launch a Second Ship That Will Sail the Mediterranean

Starting in May 2021, Virgin Voyages’ “Valiant Lady” will visit ports in Spain, France, and Italy.

November 25, 2019 12:49 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Air Travel News

This Airline Just Announced a Bunch of New International Flights

Thanks to United, planning that winter getaway and summer vacation is now easier.

August 22, 2019 03:59 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Delta Sky Club Lounge, JFK, Terminal 4, Concourse A

Air Travel News

Delta Just Opened a Second Sky Club Lounge at JFK. Here’s a Look Inside.

AFAR got a sneak peek inside the new Delta Sky Club lounge that’s now open in Terminal 4 at New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport.

July 27, 2023 05:38 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hiking + Cycling

Google Maps Just Got So Much Better for Cyclists

In addition to adding hundreds of thousands of new bike lanes, the update incorporates bike-sharing information from cities around the world.

July 20, 2020 11:02 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Restaurants + Cafés

Everything You Need to Know About Noma’s New ’Hood

The iconic restaurant will attract tourists into an up-and-coming, local-heavy area of Copenhagen.

February 13, 2018 01:27 PM

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Mary Holland

Family Travel

Holiday Magic Returns to California Theme Parks After a Year Without

Travelers and families who missed out in 2020 are relishing the festivities.

December 2, 2021 07:17 PM

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Michelle Baran

AFAR Advisor

Luca Finardi: Dining in Milan

Five great restaurants in Milan

August 29, 2019 09:27 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Weekend Getaways

The Best Weekend Getaways in the United States

There’s never been a better time to explore close to home.

February 20, 2019 10:53 AM

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Julia Cosgrove

On the Camino de Santiago, Tourism Is Helping Small Towns Survive

Each year, tens of thousands of hikers start the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. Their presence is helping the small towns along the route survive.

June 21, 2022 03:48 PM

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Giovanna Dell’Orto

Loyalty + Rewards

5 Tips for Redeeming AmEx Membership Rewards Points for Top Value

Using the right transfer partners is the key to making your AmEx points go far.

July 15, 2023 09:42 AM

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Paul Rubio

Enjoy a laid-back vibe, and excellent wine, in Carmel Valley.

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

California’s Undersung Wine Region, Monterey County

A glass-by-glass guide to investigating two AVAs in this laid-back wine region.

July 20, 2022 09:46 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals for Travelers in 2021

Amazon Prime Day takes place on June 21 and 22 this year.

June 21, 2021 07:52 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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