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The Dos and Don’ts of Gift-Giving Around the World

What should you do when someone refuses a gift in Japan? And what colors should you use when wrapping a gift in Italy? We’ve got the answers.

December 7, 2017 05:26 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Hidden Under This Street in France Is a Fascinating History—and Champagne Worth Billions

How the Avenue de Champagne, and the bottles in its cellars, have endured the test of centuries, from Napoleon’s conquests to the world wars.

August 29, 2018 04:18 PM

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Brad Japhe

Restaurants + Cafés

The Lunch Trend That We’re Loving

These aren’t your average soups, salads, and sandwiches—the luncheonette is getting a major update.

July 18, 2017 12:18 PM

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Amy Sherman

Art + Architecture

The Best Art Shows in Europe This Spring

From Paris to Madrid, here’s where to see some cutting-edge art.

March 27, 2017 03:32 PM

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Emily Nathan

Restaurants + Cafés

Visit Sicily Like a Globetrotting Entrepreneur

After a life on the road, Snowe cofounder Andres Modak and his family know that home is where you make it.

September 23, 2016 02:58 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Where to Go in Winter

9 of the World’s Most Romantic Winter Wonderlands

Snowy backdrops and cozy firesides are the best for snuggling up to your special someone. Here’s where to plan your next romantic winter trip.

December 10, 2018 07:26 PM

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Dana Brindle

Health + Wellness

7 Unique Chocolate Experiences Around the World

From exploring old-school chocolate-making techniques to getting a cacao-infused spa treatment, here’s how to go beyond the bar.

February 6, 2018 08:43 PM

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Vanita Salisbury

Packing Tips + Gear

Vuarnet: France’s Most Iconic Sunglasses Are Making a Comeback

Go behind the scenes at Vuarnet, the maker of the classic shades beloved by both skiers and icons like Miles Davis and Mick Jagger.

February 6, 2018 01:30 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Hiking + Cycling

What It’s Actually Like to Be an Expedition Guide on Mt. Everest

Dawa Gyaljen Sherpa, a Nepal native who has conquered the world’s highest peak four times, shares his story with AFAR.

October 12, 2015 01:28 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Loyalty + Rewards

Perk Up With These Under-the-Radar Hotel Loyalty Programs

Just because a hotel isn’t part of a big brand doesn’t mean that loyalty goes unrewarded.

September 19, 2017 06:17 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Restaurants + Cafés

Could Hawaii’s Traditional Culinary Practices Help Save the Planet?

Culinary pioneer Peter Merriman talks the traditional—and slightly controversial—food trend that began on the islands and took the world by storm.

August 10, 2017 07:45 PM

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Sarah Buder

Health + Wellness

Exploring the Mysteries of Love at Mexico’s Most Romantic Resort

Can a hotel really rekindle romance? Writer Chris Colin and his wife, Amy, brave a gauntlet of moonlit dinners, rose petals, and beach photo shoots to find out.

September 12, 2019 09:51 PM

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Chris Colin

Art + Culture

15 Photos That Show What It’s Really Like to Live in Iran

Photographer Samuel Zuder journeys to Tehran and beyond—and finds the hospitality not just warm but downright humbling.

September 26, 2016 06:01 PM

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Kyana Moghadam

Restaurants + Cafés

A Quest for this Ingredient Will Take You Into the Heart of Israel

Find zuta mint (and much more) on a road trip to the wild Galilee region

April 13, 2017 11:55 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Where to Travel Next

Viva La Vivid: Five Reasons to Go to Guatemala

Yes, Guatemala is full of memorable adventures, but AFAR photo director Tara Guertin was taken by much, much more.

May 11, 2015 10:11 AM

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Tara Guertin

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