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“I Love Debauching People!”: The Trailblazing Ways of Ireland’s Greatest Travel Writer

The late Irish adventurer writer Dervla Murphy was born into a world that didn’t want her to travel. She did it anyway.

June 10, 2022 01:38 PM

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Michael Shapiro

Air Travel News

Wow Air Is Launching Flights to India From Just $199 Each Way

This winter, the budget carrier will offer new routes from nine major U.S. cities to India’s capital with one-way fares starting at an insanely affordable price.

May 15, 2018 04:58 PM

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Sarah Buder

Health + Wellness

9 Love Rituals From Around the World

From using a tree as a mailbox to gathering around a giant pink penis, there’s not much we won’t do for love

January 29, 2018 08:52 PM

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Vanita Salisbury

Tips + News

Airbnb Cancels Glamping Trip on the Great Wall of China

After receving mixed feedback on social media, Airbnb called off the competition to win a slumber party on top of the Great Wall of China.

August 8, 2018 09:29 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Puerto Rico

Overview

April 19, 2021 01:04 PM

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Chelsea Harms-Tuohy

AFAR Advisor

12 Questions With J.MAK (!)

J.MAK is both the name of one of the biggest hotel representation firms in the travel industry and the nickname of the man behind the brand: Jon Makhmaltchi.

August 15, 2019 10:41 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Founder’s Note

What Does it Mean to Be a Global Citizen?

Where we’ve lived—and where we’ve traveled—make us who we are.

February 21, 2017 12:01 PM

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Greg Sullivan

Solo Travel

How to Be a Hermit for 24 Hours

Review of Eremtio, a silent retreat in Italy.

February 10, 2016 05:08 PM

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Christine Ajudua

Hotels

Hilton’s New Hotel Brand Gives the Hostel an Upgrade

The urban lifestyle Motto by Hilton hotels will feature flexible room configurations, community-oriented common spaces, and app-controlled amenities.

October 23, 2018 06:55 PM

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Michelle Baran

Health + Wellness

The Urban Bathhouse Is a Wellness Trend We Can Get Behind

Luxurious places for a soak and sauna session are popping up around the United States. Here are seven to check out.

March 27, 2018 10:08 AM

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Vanita Salisbury

Loyalty + Rewards

Hidden Boarding Pass Perks You Probably Never Knew Existed

You can score free ski tickets, free wine tastings, discounted museum tickets, and more. Who knew?

October 25, 2018 06:01 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Air Travel News

Which European Budget Airlines Can You Trust?

Following the collapse of Primera Air earlier this month, travelers may be wondering what the risks are when booking with Europe’s low-cost carriers.

October 26, 2018 04:26 PM

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Mike Arnot

From the Editor

AFAR Is Too White—and We Plan to Change That

Our company is committed to racial justice, and this is our pledge.

June 5, 2020 04:23 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

Health + Wellness

8 Great Wellness Getaways That Aren’t Yoga Retreats

From a surfing haven to a shaman-led experience, these trips will reset your mind and body—without a downward dog in sight.

January 16, 2018 09:44 AM

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Niree Noel

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

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