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Oui, the Eiffel Tower Is Getting a Huge New Park

Paris’s largest green space will be ready when the city hosts the 2024 Olympics.

May 23, 2019 05:01 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Family Travel

The Best Weekend Getaways in the U.S. for Families

From Vegas to the Catskills, these are our favorite spots for a mini break with the kids.

August 5, 2024 03:54 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Art + Architecture

This Small Town Is the Glassblowing Hub of the United States

If Netflix’s new glassmaking competition series “Blown Away” left you feeling inspired, head to this surprising hot spot for glassblowing and learn how to make your own masterpiece.

September 10, 2019 09:24 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

History + Culture

What an American Journalist Learned About His Culture on a Holiday in Australia

During ANZAC Day Down Under, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Tony Horwitz caught a glimpse of the country’s true character.

May 30, 2019 06:07 PM

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Tony Horwitz

Hotels

At Paradero Todos Santos in Mexico, You Can Learn to Surf—or Farm

The eco-conscious hotel on the Baja peninsula aims to introduce you to the best the region has to offer.

August 17, 2021 10:23 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

The Frank Gehry–designed Fondation Louis Vuitton is hosting two major exhibits featuring Jean-Michel Basquiat and Egon Schiele this fall.

Art + Architecture

9 Iconic Frank Gehry–Designed Buildings You Can Visit

The famed architect Frank Gerhy has passed away. He was one of the most beloved—and polarizing—figures in his field.

December 5, 2025 05:42 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Health + Wellness

Why One Woman Decided to Create the First-Ever Size-Inclusive Trips to Italy

Boutique tour company Stellavision Travel is on a mission to help travelers embrace body positivity on the road.

July 13, 2022 02:49 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

AFAR Advisor

My 5 Favorite Ways to Travel Virtually Right Now

Until I can get on a plane or train again, I am determined to bring some travel spirit to life in lockdown.

May 4, 2020 05:11 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Gundlach Bundschu Winery is a historic yet laidback place to drink a glass (or two) of wine in Sonoma.

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

19 Essential Wineries & Tasting Rooms to Visit in Sonoma County, California

Sip, eat, and hike among the vines while getting to know this vast and varied wine region.

September 27, 2024 04:02 PM

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Jessie Beck

Trains

Amtrak Is Having a Half-Off Sale Right Now—but It Ends Soon

The two-day sale ends on August 17, so you’ll have to act quickly.

August 16, 2019 03:51 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

AFAR Approved

Apple AirTag Review: Why You Need This Travel Accessory if You Check Bags

This quarter-sized device makes keeping track of your luggage when you fly (at least a little) less stressful.

September 25, 2023 05:20 PM

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Bailey Berg

Art + Architecture

Inside New York City’s Newly Renovated Museum of Modern Art

Now open to the public after a $450 million expansion, the 90-year-old institution features far more than an impressive redesign: It reimagines the modern museum-going experience.

October 21, 2019 04:05 PM

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Sarah Buder

Loyalty + Rewards

This Is When It’s Actually Worth It to Buy Airline Miles (and When It’s Not)

Buying airline miles can be worth it—but only in specific cases. Here’s how to calculate value and spot the best opportunities to save on flights.

December 20, 2024 07:50 AM

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Paul Rubio

Air Travel News

How Much Do Masks Really Protect You on Flights?

New research reveals whether flying is safer when everyone wears a mask.

October 26, 2020 11:29 AM

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Michelle Baran

These are a few of our favorite essays from Afar's 15 years of storytelling.

From the Editor

Afar Magazine Is Turning 15—Here Are Some of Our Favorite Feature Stories Published Throughout the Years

In honor of our 15th anniversary, our editorial team rounded up a few of our favorite features we’ve run over the years.

September 9, 2024 04:33 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

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