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Winter Sports

A First-Timer’s Guide to Cross-Country Skiing

Still wondering if cross-country skiing is hard? Hardly. Here’s your cheat sheet to getting started.

December 7, 2021 02:57 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

Cities We Love

On the Hunt for Tokyo’s Strangest Souvenirs

How the city’s wackiest discount store turned one avowed anticustomer into a voracious shopper.

August 22, 2017 08:36 PM

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Adam H. Graham

History + Culture

Spain’s Parador Hotels Let You Sleep Where Royalty Ruled and Battles Ensued

The government has converted 97 significant buildings into boutique hotels up and down the country, making for a history-rich road trip.

October 9, 2019 06:28 PM

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Andrea Guthmann

Travel Tips + Etiquette

7 Surprisingly Illegal Things to Avoid in Europe

Local laws in European countries can be very, well, specific. Here are some rules you’ll want to be aware of before you take your next trip.

June 5, 2019 09:52 AM

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Chris Ciolli

Nashville is justifiably popular among fans of music, food, and a good time.

Cities We Love

48 Tongue-Tingling, Ear-Busting Hours in Nashville

A great weekend features hot chicken and live music, sure, but don’t miss these other essential Nashville experiences.

January 20, 2023 03:30 PM

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Tim Chester

Hotels

Heckfield Place Is the U.K.’s First Biodynamic Hotel. What Does That Mean?

The head gardener at this English country estate talks about why biodynamic agriculture is even better than organic.

August 23, 2021 08:10 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

View from St. Stephen's Cathedral over Stephansplatz square in Vienna, capital of Austria on sunny day

Loyalty + Rewards

How the Amex Platinum Can Pay You Back Thousands of Dollars Through Statement Credits

The $695 annual fee is steep, but the Platinum Card® from American Express offers nearly $2,000 in statement credits each year.

October 6, 2022 02:58 PM

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Paul Rubio

Festivals + Events

Everything You Need to Know About Jazz Fest in New Orleans

If you’re visiting New Orleans to take part in the festivities, here’s what you’ll need to know about how to plan your days, which performances to see, and what to eat.

January 22, 2021 03:41 PM

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Lavinia Spalding

Hotels We Love

The 10 Best Hotels in Canada

From castle-like mountain resorts to rain forest retreats, these are the hotels in Canada to book right now.

August 25, 2023 02:59 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Outdoor Adventure

A Road Trip Through Jordan’s Most Fascinating Sites

Take a road trip through Jordan’s ancient sites and daily life with this route from Amman to the lowest point on Earth.

May 26, 2022 04:12 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Art + Architecture

Everything You Need to Know About the 2019 Venice Biennale

The massive art event happens every two years and draws visitors from all over the world. Here’s how to navigate the show—and what to know while you’re in town.

April 8, 2019 06:22 PM

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Allison C. Meier

Restaurants + Cafés

The 5 Best Gourmet Markets in Madrid

Once used for only grocery shopping, Madrid’s markets have blossomed into hot spots for meals and nightlife.

April 20, 2017 12:06 PM

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Yvonne Gordon

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

Cities We Love

The African Cities You Should Visit Now

Africa’s natural wonders tend to hog the spotlight, but increasingly, travelers are falling in love with creative urban hubs across the continent like Kigali and Nairobi.

May 29, 2019 01:08 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

People in a horse-drawn carriage in front of colorful houses.

Cities We Love

The Best Midsize Cities in the United States in 2020

Honolulu, Charleston, and El Paso are among the winners in a new report from Resonance Consultancy.

June 23, 2020 08:00 AM

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Tim Chester

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