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AFAR Advisor

Meet Shelby Donley of the AFAR Travel Advisory Council

Talking travel with one of our well-connected specialists.

March 16, 2017 04:23 PM

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Kate Appleton

Art + Culture

The Best Travel Shows to Stream Right Now

Enjoy the thrill of the chase in Paris, a Stanley Tucci tour of Italy, and a puppet’s-eye view of global cuisine with these streaming TV shows.

March 9, 2021 10:59 AM

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Staff

River Cruises

Why This Rhine Cruise Is a Feast for All the Senses

AmaWaterways heightens the experience by going beyond the Rhine’s magical scenery. Here’s how.

December 10, 2019 10:10 AM

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AmaWaterways

Islands

Escaping to Cat Island, the Best-Kept Secret in the Bahamas

Most tourists haven’t heard of it. Many Bahamians haven’t been there. Here’s why Cat Island should be your next island getaway.

May 23, 2019 11:32 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Museums + Galleries

American Writers Museum Opens in Chicago

It spotlights the country’s rich literature history.

May 16, 2017 07:15 PM

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Matt Villano

Off The Tourist Trail

How to Beat the Crowds at Banff National Park

These tips will help you seek out the best scenery—and the fewest tourists—in Canada’s most popular national park.

December 20, 2018 04:54 PM

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Billie Cohen

Small Ship Cruises

The Best Luxury Cruise for Every Traveler

Whether you’re looking for an awe-inspiring itinerary, unforgettable dining, or a sophisticated cruise the kids will love, too—there’s a luxury cruise that’s right for you.

December 20, 2018 04:51 PM

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Fran Golden

Bars + Nightlife

Everything You Need to Know to Buy Legal Weed in California

Recreational cannabis use is legal in California—and now, shops are licensed to sell it. But who can buy it? Where can you smoke it? We answer all your burning questions.

March 1, 2018 05:25 PM

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David Lytle

Hiking + Cycling

You Don’t Have to Be a Mountaineer to Hike These Thrilling Routes

On the world’s via ferratas—or “iron roads”—you can scale cliffsides, brave suspension bridges, and take in some spectacular scenery, all while being clipped to safety.

August 2, 2018 08:17 PM

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Stacey McKenna

Travel Tales

Travel Stories From Award-Winning Women Writers

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we went back in the AFAR archives to honor some of our best storytellers.

March 6, 2020 05:30 PM

History + Culture

Exploring Asia’s Surprising New Capital of Cool

The capital of Malaysia has become a hotbed of art and design. Kuala Lumpur’s most influential residents guide AFAR through five of the city’s creatively charged neighborhoods.

December 7, 2017 02:19 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Other

Why I Did a Vacation Redo

A terrible trip to Key West when I was a teenager didn’t leave me eager to return. But what I found when I went back surprised me.

March 23, 2020 01:32 PM

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Lindsey Danis

Founder’s Note

American Beauty: Don’t Forget to Travel in Your Own Backyard

AFAR’s cofounder on staying curious—even when you’re on home turf.

August 1, 2016 12:38 PM

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Greg Sullivan

Family Travel

California’s Best Aquariums: Sea Otters, Penguins, and Sharks, Oh My!

You’ve been to the beaches of the Golden State, now discover what’s under those rolling waves and peaceful coves.

April 12, 2019 12:33 PM

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Natalie Stoclet

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