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Photo Essays

These Stunning Photos Take You On a Trip Across the Globe and Through Time

Albert Kahn’s photographic archive is a mesmerizing record of human history.

May 24, 2012 06:40 PM
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Mimi Zeiger
In the Magazine

Spin the Globe: Cindy Chupack on Flying Solo in Shanghai

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Cindy Chupack on a spontaneous journey to Shanghai.

December 9, 2013 08:19 PM
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Cindy Chupack
Travel Inspiration

Volunteering with Azafady in Mahatalaky, Madagascar

Volunteering with Azafady in Mahatalaky, Madagascar

February 10, 2012 08:47 PM
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Jennica Peterson
Cities We Love

A Local’s Roman Holiday

We asked one Roman local how to experience the best of his city.

October 30, 2012 03:00 PM
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Pepi Marchetti Franchi
History + Culture

These Inspiring Photos Show South America’s Road Less Traveled

Two photographers traversed five countries—spanning 9,000 miles—and captured countless stories that reveal the diverse cultures of a continent.

June 18, 2012 06:26 PM
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Ivan Kashinsky
Safari

Into the Great Wide Open, on Safari in Botswana

In remote Africa, travelers find profound stillness, untamed nature, and a portal to the past. Don’t forget the gin and tonics.

October 24, 2013 07:06 PM
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Tom Downey
History + Culture

Discovering the Birthplace of Coffee in Ethiopia

A writer travels to the Horn of Africa to find the source of a global obsession.

April 8, 2013 01:47 PM
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David Farley
In the Magazine

Spin the Globe: Jennifer Kahn in Québec City

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent Jennifer Kahn on a spontaneous journey to Québec City.

December 7, 2012 05:15 PM
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Jennifer Kahn
Other

Sounds: Emel Mathlouthi, Taking It to the Streets

Sounds: Emel Mathlouthi, Taking It to the Streets

June 11, 2012 12:13 PM
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Derk Richardson
Epic Trips

In Uganda, One Refugee Finds New Joy in Adventure

A refugee-turned-doctor takes the trip of a lifetime, tracking gorillas through the wilds of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

November 1, 2012 01:24 PM
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Patrick Symmes
Books

Author of Edible Selby Discusses Photography, Travel, and Behind the Scenes of His New Book

An exclusive talk with photographer Todd Selby.

October 3, 2012 12:07 PM
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Ariel Ramchandani
Other

A Photographer’s Eye on Burma

A Photographer’s Eye on Burma

September 25, 2012 06:38 PM
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Petrina Tinslay
Longreads

What It’s Like to Train with Runners in Kenya

Far above the plains where lions roam, there’s another Kenya, where life moves slowly and the people run fast. Writer Matt Gross tries to keep up.

June 20, 2012 05:42 PM
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Matt Gross
In the Magazine

Embracing El Salvador in a New Light

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Don George on a journey to El Salvador with 24 hours’ notice.

July 5, 2013 02:40 PM
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Don George
Epic Trips

Is Classic Train Travel the Antidote to Modern Life?

On a luxurious journey from Singapore to Bangkok, writer Chris Colin lifts the veil on the magic—and mystery—of rail travel.

May 22, 2013 05:59 PM
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Chris Colin

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