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Restaurants + Cafés

An Oyster Lover’s Guide to Ireland

The rumors are true—meaty, briny Irish oysters are worth traveling for. Here’s where to order up a dozen.

November 21, 2017 12:00 PM

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Jessica Colley Clarke

Epic Trips

What It’s Like to Swim With Whale Sharks

Get ready for a huge dose of perspective.

June 27, 2017 10:58 AM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Packing Tips + Gear

How to Pack a Bike for Your Next Epic Adventure

Before you’re ready to roll, you’ll need to know how transport your bike and gear to the starting point.

August 31, 2018 08:22 PM

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Stacey McKenna

Winter Sports

Why Skiing in Western Canada is So Romantic

Whether romance means luxurious, amenity-filled lodges or a charming backcoutnry cabin, you’ll find it in Western Canada.

Sponsored by Ski Canada

Fall 2024

Detroit Is Alive With New Possibilities—but Don’t Call It a Comeback

As the city forges a new identity, four tastemakers explain what a revitalized Detroit means to them—and what it can offer visitors.

October 24, 2024 01:25 PM

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Sarah Bence

History + Culture

21 Places to Learn About African American History

Across the country, a number of compelling museums, monuments, and landmark trails commemorate significant moments in African American history.

February 8, 2021 09:23 AM

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Sarah Buder

Epic Trips

In Guatemala, a Solo Traveler Learns It’s Sometimes Best to Leap Before You Look

How a last-minute trip can completely change your travel philosophy.

May 30, 2018 04:38 PM

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Jami Attenberg

Food + Drink

The Big Business of New Orleans’s King Cakes

How a humble European pastry became the Big Easy’s most delicious symbol of Mardi Gras.

February 28, 2022 07:59 PM

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Robin Catalano

Ocean Cruises

The AFAR Guide to Cruising

It’s the dawn of a new era in cruising.

January 15, 2020 09:24 AM

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Staff

Epic Trips

Why Sri Lanka Is Paradise for Travel Photographers

It’s not just because of the beautiful beaches—this multifaceted country has much more on offer than you think.

October 4, 2017 05:48 PM

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Sarah Buder

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Plan a Group Vacation with Ease

Have you been tasked with putting together a family or group vacation? Don’t be daunted by the challenge, instead follow these simple steps.

Sponsored by Encore Resort

The Hotel Marcel breathes new life into a disused office space.

Hotels

Inside the Sustainable Hotel Everyone’s Talking About

It’s been hailed as the nation’s first net-zero hotel—but what does that mean on the ground?

August 5, 2022 03:42 PM

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Bridget Reed Morawski

Winter 2024

In Utrecht, Chasing an Art Movement That Hoped to Heal the World

In the early 20th century, De Stijl changed history with its bold colors and lines. Writer Chris Colin hunts for its legacy in the Dutch city where it all began.

January 30, 2024 01:58 PM

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Chris Colin

Books

8 New Books You Need to Read Before Flying to France

These new reads will get you excited for your next adventure to the land of fresh croissants, fragrant lavender, and ultra-chic street style.

August 10, 2018 05:14 PM

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Sara Button

Cities We Love

New NYC Ferry Service Connects Tourists with Vibrant Local Beach

The Rockaways were once a long, long subway ride away. Not anymore

May 4, 2017 07:52 PM

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Matt Villano

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