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A nomadic Raute man carving a bowl while another man watches.

Art + Culture

A Quest to Find the Raute, the Last Nomads of Nepal

A writer sets out on a journey to find Nepal’s elusive Raute nomads—and to buy a wooden bowl from them.

November 1, 2022 01:54 PM

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Eileen McDougall

Afar's Photo Director, Michelle Heimerman, shooting the Khumbu Ice Fall at Everest Base Camp.

Packing Tips + Gear

I Just Hiked to Everest Base Camp—Here’s Everything I Packed for the 12-Day Trek

Afar’s director of photography breaks down (almost) every single thing she wore and carried to Nepal, including the best base layers for Base Camp.

October 25, 2024 03:39 PM

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Michelle Heimerman

Cruise

U.S. Cruises Can Resume in Mid-July—if Most Onboard Are Vaccinated

The CDC’s latest guidance is forcing cruise lines to make some difficult decisions regarding their vaccination policy for passengers, including what to do about unvaccinated children.

May 5, 2021 06:19 PM

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Fran Golden

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Plan Your Most Joyful Trip, According to a Happiness Expert

Laurie Santos’s Yale University course “Psychology and the Good Life” focuses on topics such as mindfulness and slowing down. Here’s how you can apply her teachings to your own travels.

July 30, 2019 05:04 PM

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Aislyn Greene

A cowboy in action at Cheyenne Frontier Days

Outdoor Adventure

6 Things to Do in Cheyenne, Wyoming for a True Western Feel

Wyoming’s capital is home to rodeos, a vibrant art scene, and ranch-to-table dining.

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COVID + Travel

U.S. to Open Canada and Mexico Land Borders to Vaccinated Travelers

The new policy comes as the Biden administration prepares to lift the international travel ban for vaccinated visitors starting in November.

October 13, 2021 04:12 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cities We Love

I Was a Tour Guide in Venice—Here’s Why Winter Is Hands-Down the Best Time to Visit

Venice in the off season is its most cinematic.

October 14, 2024 05:30 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Hiking + Cycling

This Lesser-Known Hiking Area in Puerto Rico Is Home to More Than 130 Bird Species

Finding peace, quiet, and endemic animals in Puerto Rico.

May 30, 2023 10:36 PM

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Jen Ruiz

Books

Sail Away: 8 Books That Will Turn Your Couch Into a Cruise Ship

Eager to get back on a ship? While we wait for the cruising seas to calm, get your fill of ocean adventures through these 8 novels and nonfiction books.

May 3, 2021 03:14 PM

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Pat Tompkins

New Routes and Airline Deals for January

Air Travel News

Airlines Expand Routes in 2017 for More Nonstop Flights

New fuel-efficient planes mean longer (read: more nonstop) flights.

January 19, 2017 11:46 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

Travel Insiders

Is 2021 the Best Time to See Europe’s Cities?

Travelers may find themselves in the sweet spot between reopening and overcrowding.

May 13, 2021 05:37 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape is surrounded by Bali's dense green jungle.

Hotels

These Are Bali’s Most Stunning—and Environmentally Friendly—Hotels

Three luxury resorts on the Indonesian island of Bali are getting creative with waste reduction and recycling—and are educating travelers in the process.

March 22, 2023 02:44 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Longreads

A Man, a Dog, a Walk Around the World

In 2015, Tom Turcich set out to circumnavigate the globe by foot. He has been walking ever since.

June 22, 2021 11:24 AM

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Ann Babe

Left: Fotos Bruno Carvalho - Reserva São Francisco do Perigara Fire (Onçafari); right: Rio Perdido - Center Bungalows

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