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Want to Remote Work From Anywhere? Here Are 10 Places We Can Personally Recommend

Afar’s own remote workers and digital nomads share their picks for where to plan a remote work trip, both abroad and in the USA.

February 28, 2025 01:50 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

A long two-lane road at night time running through the Tucson desert with a nighttime view of the milky way.

Astrotourism

This Is One of the Best Places in the U.S. to See the Stars

Whether you’re at an observatory or a national park, Tucson’s night skies won’t disappoint.

Sponsored by Visit Tucson

COVID + Travel

Thailand to Open to Vaccinated Travelers in February

The Southeast Asian country plans to drop its quarantine requirement, but vaccinated visitors will still need to submit to two COVID tests postarrival.

January 21, 2022 01:25 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

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

Aerial view of the bowed, grass-covered rooftop of the Museum of Ethnography in Hungary

Museums + Galleries

Why Hungary Is an Epic Vacation for Culture Lovers

From Michelin-starred restaurants to Europe’s newest cultural district, Budapest’s top experiences speak to past, present, and future.

Sponsored by Visit Hungary

Travel for Good

A Pandemic, a Pueblo, and a Difficult Choice

For a century, New Mexico’s Taos Pueblo community has grappled with its place in tourism. Then came COVID.

November 15, 2021 11:16 AM

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Diana Spechler

Weekend Getaways

11 Easy, Drivable Weekend Getaway Ideas From San Francisco

Get away from the city with one of these close-by destinations throughout Northern and Central California.

May 9, 2024 03:50 PM

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Jessie Beck

Tips + News

This Italian Valley Has Just Been Awarded a Top Stargazing Award

In northern Italy, a new planetarium will deliver a memorable view of the Milky Way.

September 18, 2020 03:02 PM

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Tim Chester

Health + Wellness

Germaphobes, Rejoice: This Hand Sanitizer Smells Like Big Sur After Rain

Brooklyn-based perfume company D.S. & Durga turned one of its most popular scents into a hand sanitizer to help during the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 21, 2020 01:22 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Orange County's Little Saigon is home to the world's largest population of Vietnamese people outside of Vietnam—the majority are from South Vietnam.

Destination Spotlight

Where to Eat, Shop, and Play in Orange County’s Little Saigon

Everything you need to know about one of Orange County’s most interesting neighborhoods.

August 26, 2022 08:30 AM

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Cu Fleshman

Air Travel News

PSA: Domestic Airfares Are the Lowest in Years—Now’s the Time to Book

International flights are really low, too, making October a stellar month for booking travel.

October 2, 2019 09:22 PM

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Michelle Baran

young hiker sitting on a rock overlooking horseshoe canyon, holding phone in her hand but looking out at the view

Travel Tips + Etiquette

9 TikTokers We Follow for the Best Travel Hacks and Advice

TikTok is full of vloggers offering their take on travel tips. These are nine standouts that we follow ourselves.

January 31, 2024 01:18 PM

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Tiana Attride

Health + Wellness

This Group Offers Travel as a Form of Healing for Women With Breast Cancer

Fight Through Flights wants Black women navigating breast cancer to feel empowered by travel.

May 10, 2022 02:13 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Travel for Good

An Electric Road Trip From L.A. to Las Vegas Is Easier Than You May Think

Many people fly the 300-mile journey, but the eco-option is getting more and more feasible.

December 17, 2021 02:36 PM

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Tim Chester

A wooden building surrounded by trees covered in snow and Christmas lights, with a mountain in the background.

Winter Sports

These 7 U.S. Ski Towns Have Schnitzel, Spätzle, and Plenty of European Charm

You’ll be treated to Swiss chalets, fondue, and dramatic, big powder runs at these historic resorts.

January 16, 2026 03:00 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

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