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The Best Deals for Travelers in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023

You can find some of AFAR’s favorite shoes, bags, and skin-care products at a serious discount during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.

July 17, 2023 01:17 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Capri, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

Following recent regulations in Rome, Venice, and Cinque Terre, additional Italian destinations are implementing rules aimed at encouraging more responsible travel.

March 12, 2026 06:17 PM

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Jenn Rice

A high view of bridges over a river leading to Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

Road Trips

This U.S. Road Trip Is Full of Small Towns, Mountains, and Stargazing

Slow down and explore charming towns, scenic hikes, and dark skies across West Virginia.

Sponsored by West Virginia Department of Tourism

Travel Tips + Etiquette

6 Ways to Prevent Altitude Sickness

Altitude sickness can strike anyone, but travelers have a few ways to reduce the risk—including drinking water, ascending slowly, and getting rescue insurance.

October 22, 2024 08:02 AM

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Sarika Bansal

Islands

9 Grounding Reasons to Make The Islands of Tahiti Your Next Destination

From tattoo culture and flowers to dance and farm-to-table dining, it’s easy to follow your bliss for a life-affirming trip that makes you feel treasured in The Islands of Tahiti.

Applications for the “Closed for Maintenance, Open for Voluntourism” project on the remote archipelago open on January 14, 2025.

January 10, 2025 03:02 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Epic Trips

Why Canada’s Pristine Wilderness Is Best Seen on a Heli-Hike

Flying over dramatic alpine scenery to remote ridges in the Canadian Rockies offers thrills and vantage points that few have experienced.

October 7, 2019 04:09 PM

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Tim Chester

A year after twin wildfires tore through Los Angeles and destroyed her home, a writer looks at how survivors across the region are still grieving, demanding accountability, and rebuilding.

January 29, 2026 01:37 PM

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Juliana Shallcross

Cities We Love

How to Visit Asheville in Style—and Protect and Preserve It Too

In Asheville, nature fans can escape to one of the country’s most stunning destinations packed with unearthly natural beauty, with all the comforts of a true vacation.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville

Hiking + Cycling

Iconic Southwestern Hiking Spot May Soon Open to More Visitors

The Bureau of Land Management is considering increasing daily visitor limits from 20 people to 96 people per day at The Wave, a popular rock formation near the Utah-Arizona border.

May 13, 2019 03:24 PM

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Morgan Smith

Epic Trips

Finding Zen on a Pilgrimage Through Japan

The Kumano Kodo is a unique pilgrimage route on the Kii peninsula. Here’s how to hike it.

Sponsored by The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card from Chase

LGBTQ Travel

Essential Tips for LGBTQ Travelers in the Great Outdoors

LGBTQ leaders in the outdoor space weigh in on how to plan a safe and successful adventure when you’re “out” hitting the trails, navigating national parks, or sleeping under the stars.

June 12, 2020 06:11 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Outdoor Adventure

Where to Find Luxury in California’s National Parks

From spa escapes to fine dining under the stars, these parks show how nature and luxury converge.

The much-anticipated Pismo Preserve opened January 25, 2020, and includes oak woodlands, rolling hills, and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.

January 27, 2020 08:45 PM

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Maggie Fuller

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