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How to See—and Photograph—Japan’s Surviving Ancient Rituals

Across the country, centuries-old traditions permeate contemporary culture. A new set of immersive photography tours grant travelers the rare access necessary to document them.

April 24, 2019 07:59 PM

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Sarah Buder

Beaches

How to Plan for a Trip to French Polynesia

Prepare for the supreme sunsets and flavors of French Polynesia with these travel tips for Tahiti and Bora Bora.

February 3, 2022 06:26 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Illustration of a bus and flowers by Simone Noronha

Winter 2023

The Quiet Power of Visiting a Place Again (and Again)

Traveling to new places is thrilling. A return visit can lead to an even deeper experience.

December 16, 2022 11:37 AM

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Anu Taranath

Epic Trips

Why Outdoor Adventure Seekers are Flocking to Dominica

Both on land and at sea, Dominica serves up endless opportunities for outdoor fun.

Sponsored by Discover Dominica Authority

The interior of the National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C.

Art + Culture

10 Must-Visit Museums in Washington, D.C.

The best part about museums in Washington, D.C.? Most are free.

December 19, 2023 01:57 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Air Travel News

The 12 New Airline Routes to Europe We’re Most Excited About

They include new direct flights to great cities like Copenhagen, Kraków, and Vienna.

December 18, 2019 12:01 AM

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Barbara Peterson

COVID + Travel

U.S. Plans to Require COVID Vaccines for Foreign Travelers

The policy would be part of a larger initiative to begin relaxing travel restrictions from destinations such as Europe and the United Kingdom.

August 5, 2021 11:30 AM

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Zeke Miller

Tips + News

Intrepid Just Launched Its Biggest-Ever Flash Sale

Take up to 50 percent off select Intrepid Travel tours during this three-day sale that ends August 1, 2019.

July 30, 2019 03:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

River Cruises

Viking Adds Ship on Nile as Egypt Continues to Bounce Back

In yet another sign that Egypt is experiencing a robust renaissance, Viking has said it plans to launch a second vessel on the Nile River.

May 3, 2019 01:05 AM

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Michelle Baran

A woman gazing out at the view from an infinity pool at Banyan Tree Mayakoba.

Health + Wellness

A Coastal Wellness Retreat Rooted in Mayan Traditions

At Mayakoba, create your restorative getaway exactly the way you want it.

Sponsored by Mayakoba

Style + Design

In a Medieval Swiss Town, the Art of Mechanical Timekeeping Keeps on Ticking

For more than 150 years, the International Watch Company has been a standard bearer for fine Swiss time pieces. Here’s what it’s like to go behind the scenes at their new workshop.

July 23, 2019 01:49 PM

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Victoria Gomelsky

U.S. Beaches

You’ll Find Seafood Shacks, Surf Spots, and Scenic Hikes in These Charming U.S. Beach Towns

These Afar editor–approved recommendations include spots on the East and West coasts.

June 22, 2026 01:33 PM

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Lucy Kehoe

Air Travel News

Brussels Airlines Offers a New Way to See More Europe

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