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Must-Read: Branson’s Good-Bye Letter to Virgin America

Sir Richard Branson’s eulogy for the beloved airline is full of heart—and a few surprising references.

March 24, 2017 01:01 PM

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Matt Villano

Air Travel News

Why It’s About to Become Much Easier to Reach Greenland

The Arctic island is renovating two airports ahead of adding more international flights.

February 4, 2020 04:16 PM

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Stephanie Vermillion

Hotels

The Mandarin Oriental Bangkok: 143 Years of Tsars and Rock Stars

The historic hotel on Bangkok’s riverbank is one of the oldest properties of the brand . . . and now, after an extensive $90 million renovation, one of its newest.

November 21, 2019 07:00 PM

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Jenny Adams

Longreads

Venice and Morris and Me

One writer travels to “La Serenissima” and finds that time is no match for Venice’s magic.

August 25, 2021 09:57 AM

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Harrison Hill

Hotels

Urban Cowboy Lodge Is the Escape We All Need Right Now

The Catskills hotel reopens on June 4 with outdoor activities, a surplus of nature, and a Roberta’s pizza stand on the lawn.

May 29, 2020 04:26 PM

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Sunshine Flint

AFAR Advisor

Why Colombia Should Be Your Next Dream Trip

A leader in sustainable tourism, this Latin American country offers nature in spades, plus fascinating history and vibrant culture that rewards all travelers.

October 29, 2020 05:34 PM

As the tide goes out around Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago, miles of white sand dunes are exposed, creating an exceptional landscape.

Where to Travel Next

The Best Places AFAR Staffers Visited in 2023

In a travel-packed year, we hiked in bogs, met mountain gorillas, and discovered much of the USA by EV.

December 27, 2023 11:00 AM

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Tim Chester

Beaches

The Best Way to Help Hurricane Relief in the Caribbean? Book a Trip

The tropical islands need your support more than ever—and these travel initiatives are making it even easier to give back.

November 3, 2017 03:02 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Cities We Love

The True Magic of London’s Double-Decker Buses

To really understand how this city comes together, don’t travel underground. Head to the top deck.

August 21, 2017 08:05 PM

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Emma John

Where to Go in Fall

Why You Should Go to Kyoto This Fall

Kyoto’s autumn season means luxurious new hotels, seasonal kaiseki meals, traditional tea ceremonies, and one of the world’s finest displays of fall foliage.

September 16, 2019 10:52 AM

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Nora Walsh

Cities We Love

The African Cities You Should Visit Now

Africa’s natural wonders tend to hog the spotlight, but increasingly, travelers are falling in love with creative urban hubs across the continent like Kigali and Nairobi.

May 29, 2019 01:08 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Travel Jackets for Men and Women

Stay warm and comfortable in a variety of weather with these easy-to-pack travel jackets for men and women.

October 7, 2021 06:53 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

AFAR Travelers’ Awards

The World’s Best Trips and Destinations: AFAR Travelers’ Awards 2019

Where are you dreaming of going next year? AFAR readers cast more than 100,000 votes to weigh in on their favorite global destinations and the best companies to take them.

January 23, 2019 10:20 AM

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Sara Button

Hotels

Why You Should Stay in Bogotá’s Newest Luxury Hotels

The Four Seasons opens new doors in the heart of Colombia.

March 29, 2016 03:21 PM

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Michaela Trimble

Where to Travel Next

Tennessee’s Coolest City? It’s All About Knoxville

With a booming outdoors scene, grand hotels, and a slew of new restaurants, Knoxville is one of the South’s most happening cities.

August 8, 2019 01:57 PM

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Ashley M. Biggers

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