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Iconic Southwestern Hiking Spot May Soon Open to More Visitors

The Bureau of Land Management is considering increasing daily visitor limits from 20 people to 96 people per day at The Wave, a popular rock formation near the Utah-Arizona border.

May 13, 2019 03:24 PM

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Morgan Smith

A man looks up at a break between two rock cliffs, as though he's trying to decide whether or not to hike up.

COVID + Travel

How the Delta Variant Might Change Your Travel Plans

Should you change or cancel upcoming trips? How can travelers best protect themselves? Infectious disease and travel industry experts weigh in.

August 6, 2021 04:14 PM

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Michelle Baran

Loyalty + Rewards

9 Reasons the Chase Sapphire Preferred Is the Best Travel Rewards Card

From 80,000 bonus points to excellent redemption options and travel protections, the Chase Sapphire Preferred is one of the best rewards credit cards.

May 18, 2021 04:52 PM

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Eric Rosen

Tucked away in the rolling hills of Valle De Guadalupe is the Banyon Tree Veya, a wellness focused luxury hotel. Valle de Guadalupe, is the heart of Mexico’s wine country, producing around 70% of the nation’s wine. In recent years, it’s also become a go-to spot for travelers looking to enjoy wine and eat Baja Med cuisine, a fusion of Mexican flavors with Mediterranean and Asian influences. / Bethany Mollenkof for Afar Magazine

Spring 2025

For Some of the World’s Most Exciting Wines, Travel to Mexico

Often called Mexico’s Napa Valley, Valle de Guadalupe is forging its own path thanks to a new generation of winemakers and chefs working toward a more sustainable—and delicious future.

May 8, 2025 09:59 AM

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Anya von Bremzen

Outdoor Adventure

Norway Is One of the World’s Happiest Countries. Is Friluftsliv the Secret?

Fjordside farms, foraged cuisine, and the Mountain Code: Norwegians claim to have a unique relationship with nature. Perhaps it’s something in their nature.

July 24, 2019 01:50 PM

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Lisa Abend

Museums + Galleries

Smithsonian Magazine’s Free Museum Day Canceled Over Coronavirus Fears

The 2020 event was supposed to take place on April 4, but was canceled as a public health precaution.

March 12, 2020 05:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hotels

15 U.S. Hotels That Used to Be Something Completely Different

These hotels across the country combat urban sprawl by repurposing old office buildings and breweries.

January 22, 2018 08:21 PM

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Sarah Buder

AFAR Advisor

Why We Should All Aim to Be Perennial Travelers

Luxury travel advisor Jody Bear on memorable experiences, great hotels, and overcoming challenging times.

March 12, 2020 11:07 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Safari

So You Wanna Go Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

The popular animal adventure is both a good and a bad thing for gorillas.

April 21, 2017 12:17 PM

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Will McGough

The Future of Travel

Things to Do on Maui That Can Help the Environment

Eco-consciousness knows no bounds on Maui. Here’s how travelers can get involved—while having fun.

Sponsored by Maui Visitors Bureau

Epic Trips

10 Amazing Trips We Would Take Again

AFAR’s partnership with the United States Tour Operators Association has led to some unforgettable travel moments. Here are 10 of the amazing journeys.

September 3, 2020 04:39 PM

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Relax in 5 of the World’s Rowdiest Cities

The best ways to recharge away from the crowds

February 19, 2016 02:33 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Hotels

Exclusive Photos of Eden Rock’s Villa Rockstar, Living up to Its Name

Plus, general manager Fabrice Moizan tells us not to miss the Nutella doughnuts or frosé

March 5, 2020 11:29 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Style + Design

Where to Vacation in a Frank Lloyd Wright Home

What’s better than touring a Frank Lloyd Wright house? Sleeping in one

July 11, 2017 07:15 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

COVID + Travel

Italy Reopens to European Travelers—but Not to Americans Yet

After a lengthy coronavirus lockdown, the Italian government lifted quarantine restrictions and reopened its borders on June 3, but only to its European neighbors.

June 3, 2020 04:10 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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