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Why Foodies Are Flocking to Santa Barbara Right Now

From its farmers market to its fresh-caught seafood to its diverse grape-growing climate, Santa Barbara has a big flavor profile.

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Books

The Best Summer Beach Reads of 2019

Bedside Reading founder Jane Ubell-Meyer shares her picks for the hottest books to pack for your next trip.

May 21, 2019 01:32 PM

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Jane Ubell-Meyer

AFAR Advisor

Why Traveller Made Is Exploding in Europe . . . and Beyond

An Interview with CEO Quentin Desurmont

October 10, 2019 05:11 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Epic Trips

New Zealand Will Welcome You With Open Arms

A Māori proverb comes to define days spent exploring New Zealand with some of its indigenous people.

October 7, 2019 04:17 PM

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Sarah Buder

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

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Miles and Rewards Travel Deals for Summer

It’s not too late to score an awesome summer escape using those hard-earned loyalty points.

July 1, 2019 06:39 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Hiking + Cycling

This Land Is Our Land: Places in Europe Where Access to Nature Is a Basic Human Right

In some countries, you’re welcome to roam wherever you want. On an extended bike tour, one writer experienced the ins and outs of exercising that freedom. Here’s what she learned.

May 9, 2018 05:11 PM

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Jen Sotolongo

Travel for Good

How One Social Impact Company Wants to Change the Way You Travel

This company seeks to do good well.

September 6, 2017 03:34 PM

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Sara Button

Festivals + Events

You Can Still Book an Eclipse Trip to Chile

There are just a few weeks until the next total solar eclipse, but last-minute chasers can still snag a spot on some incredible experiences.

May 6, 2019 07:09 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Hotels

Amsterdam’s Tiny Bridge Houses Are Now One-of-a-Kind Hotel Suites

Who needs a hotel lobby when the city—and its canals—are right on your doorstep?

July 11, 2018 06:47 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Culture

10 California Wineries That Pair Sips With Concerts

Is there a dreamier setting for a concert than amid vines and endless wine?

August 2, 2017 12:20 PM

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Tamara Palmer

Epic Trips

How One Cool Company Is Leading the Democratization of Heli-Skiing

This exotic adventure sport—where a helicopter takes skiers to summits no lift can reach—is becoming more accessible, thanks to an innovative tour outfit called Heli.

December 14, 2017 05:25 PM

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David K. Gibson

Destination Spotlight

6 Things That Will Surprise You About Antarctica

Unexpected lessons from a journey to the Frozen Continent

March 31, 2018 08:00 PM

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Adventure Travel Trade Association

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

Restaurants + Cafés

For a Taste of the Real Harlem, Eat Where the Locals Eat

The storied African American neighborhood has stubbornly weathered gentrification and become even more itself—with even more exciting restaurant options.

September 19, 2019 12:18 PM

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Khalid Salaam

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