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The 10 Best Hotels in Barcelona for a Truly Local Stay

Century-old grande dames, boutique stays in heritage buildings, seaside resorts: Barcelona’s best hotels offer both historic charm and modern luxury.

August 2, 2022 03:41 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

The hills of Channel Islands National Park

Winter 2024

How to Visit One of California’s Least Visited—but Most Beautiful—National Parks

Here’s how to have an epic adventure at Channel Islands National Park.

February 7, 2024 01:52 PM

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Sarika Bansal

It’s the first time a female chef has won the top prize at The World’s Best Awards.

June 21, 2023 08:15 PM

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Bailey Berg

AFAR Advisor

Women in Travel: Three Successful CEOs on How They Do It

Working in travel can be a dream job, but the challenges never stop, especially when you’re leading a company. I talked to three trailblazing women CEOs about how they get it done.

October 31, 2019 08:14 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

History + Culture

The Mexican Obsession With Guinness World Records

The country has more records than any other in Latin America—and shows no signs of slowing down.

December 6, 2018 06:50 PM

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Brooke Porter Katz

Hotels

Four Seasons Announces New Luxurious Napa Valley Property

It’s in Calistoga, one of the valley’s popular towns.

February 10, 2017 01:24 PM

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Matt Villano

The endangered blue iguanas are among the many unique things you can experience on the Cayman Islands.

History + Culture

From Subterranean Caverns to Dazzling Gardens, 8 Ways to Explore the Cayman Islands

Enjoy outdoor adventure, dazzling wildlife and gardens, and a glimpse into the history of Cayman democracy.

September 20, 2022 11:35 AM

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Alyssa Schwartz

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Discover Colombia’s Diverse Music Scene

Different regions of this gorgeous country have given birth to a wide variety of incredible music. Here’s how you can sample it.

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Winter Sports

5 U.S. Ski Resorts to Visit for Avoiding the Crowds

For your next crowd-free winter trip, consider these ski resorts.

November 4, 2024 11:49 PM

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Shayla Martin

History + Culture

Meet Mexico’s Youngest Generation of Rodeo Riders

Women rodeo riders, known as “escaramuzas,” perform highly choreographed equestrian dances—some start as young as five years old.

June 10, 2022 11:02 AM

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Ayesha Habib

Restaurants + Cafés

Ditch the Dining Hall: U.S. College Towns With A+ Restaurants

Move over fried cheese sticks, bottled Ranch dressing, and overcooked cafeteria burgers: In these nine cities, destination-worthy cuisine is just as important as academic excellence.

August 31, 2018 08:21 PM

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Kim Westerman

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

An aerial view of an island with clear water, palm trees, white sand, and a swimming pool

Islands

The World’s Dreamiest Private Islands, From the Maldives to Wisconsin

These 14 properties combine nature-filled seclusion with a touch of barefoot luxury.

February 16, 2024 01:49 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

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