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8 Reasons to Go to East Africa Now

A new nonstop flight between NYC and Nairobi means the wonders of East Africa are within reach as never before.

November 16, 2018 03:37 PM

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Lottie Gross

A stunning view from Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Epic Trips

5 Epic Trips That You Should Experience Once in Your Lifetime

From thrilling safaris to sublime stays in far-flung locales, these tours bring the pinnacles of international travel to life.

Sponsored by United States Tour Operators Association

Disney

How Walt Disney World Will Make Your Kids Want to Travel Abroad

Roam the savanna in a safari jeep, snorkel with tropical fish, and sample international cuisine—all in one trip.

August 28, 2019 01:56 PM

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Nicole Antonio

Travel for Good

How One Company Is Changing the Voluntourism Game

Writer and photographer Jess McGlothlin traveled to Kenya to peek behind the scenes of an effective new voluntourism concept.

November 19, 2018 03:23 PM

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Jess McGlothlin

Hiking + Cycling

Water Is Life: Staring Climate Change in the Face on Mount Kilimanjaro

A tale of melting glaciers, erratic rainfall, and the people at the heart of this dramatic landscape

August 17, 2016 07:08 PM

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Tommy Alexander

Epic Trips

Why the Next Mountain You Conquer Should Be in Russia

On a summit adventure of Russia’s Mount Elbrus, writer Kathleen Rellihan finds that politics aside, a country’s people and its peaks should be experienced firsthand.

July 24, 2018 07:26 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

collage of six photos: exterior of waterside hotel, guide outdoors, meal viewed from overhead, guest room , person in small outdoor pool, chair iin room

Hotels

Our Most Memorable Hotel Stays of 2025: a Former Convent, a Cliffside Retreat, an Over-the-Top Penthouse Suite

Afar editors share the 2025 hotel stays they didn’t want to leave—and would happily return to.

December 22, 2025 01:48 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Epic Trips

10 Things to Know Before You Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

The highest mountain in Africa may be a popular hiking destination, but it’s no walk in the park. Here’s how to prepare for a successful summit bid.

July 13, 2016 05:11 PM

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Tommy Alexander

Boy Meets World: Two Unlikely Hikers Tackle a Classic New Zealand Trek

In the Magazine

In New Zealand, a Father and His Autistic Son Tackle an Epic Trek

The South Island’s Routeburn Track is one of the great trails in New Zealand. Two unlikely hikers head out to see what they find.

March 12, 2024 01:07 PM

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Chris Woolston

Safari

The Best International Trips for Wildlife Lovers

A curated list of ethical (and magical) experiences viewing wild animals around the world.

May 23, 2022 02:41 PM

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Bailey Berg

Epic Trips

7 (COVID-Era) Dream Trips, Planned by Experts

Stay flexible and keep your sense of humor: It is possible to take a dream trip during COVID.

October 7, 2020 05:37 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Hotels

Where to Splurge or Save in Kenya

Whichever route you take, these appealing lodges will put you in the heart of Kenya’s wildlife action, with rates that typically include activities and meals.

September 19, 2017 05:58 PM

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Kenya Tourism Board

In the Magazine

The Traveler’s Guide to Happiness

How does travel make you happy? In our first-ever Travel Happiness Survey, presented by the Aruba Tourism Authority, we turned that question over to you.

August 1, 2019 10:57 AM

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Staff

Expert Insights on 6 Key Trends Shaping the Travel Industry

The Future of Travel

These Are 6 Key Trends Shaping the Travel Industry in 2018, According to Experts

Experts on the AFAR Travel Advisory Council share their insights

December 3, 2018 12:19 PM

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Lindsay Harrison

Tswalu's Loapi Tented Camp is composed of six private safari homes.

Hotels We Love

The 20 Best African Safari Camps

These African safari camps stand out for more than their design, location, and superlative hospitality—they’re all leaving a positive impact on their destinations.

August 24, 2023 07:01 PM

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Jane Broughton

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