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Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Flight Attendant Call Button Is Meant to Be Used. But When Is Appropriate?

Yes, there is a right time and a wrong time to ring the flight attendant call button.

September 2, 2024 07:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

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Cities We Love

The 10 Best Cities in Europe in 2026 Promise Culture, Creativity, and Green Space

Copenhagen climbs from 14, and the top three cities hold firm in Resonance’s annual rankings.

March 3, 2026 07:52 AM

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Lucy Kehoe

Art + Culture

Seeing Mexico City Through Frida Kahlo’s Eyes

A wheelchaired perspective of Frida’s Casa Azul, where home, hurt, and history intersect.

January 13, 2023 04:07 PM

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Nick Hilden

Air Travel News

This Addictive Cheap Flights Newsletter Is the Best Way to Find Flight Deals

Formerly known as Scott’s Cheap Flights, Going is one of the best ways to find cheap international and domestic flight deals.

June 20, 2023 11:20 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

How Minnesota Became One of America’s Great Food Destinations

From lefse potato “tortillas” to Hmong cuisine, Minnesota offers a wealth of mouth-watering options.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota Tourism

COVID + Travel

Just in Time for Summer, Greece Drops All COVID Entry Restrictions

Travelers can go island hopping minus the proof of vaccination or prearrival COVID test.

May 4, 2022 06:50 PM

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Michelle Baran

Books

6 Lessons Pico Iyer Has Learned From Living in Japan

In his new book, the famed travel writer reflects on the details of daily life in his adopted home country and shares some of his insights with AFAR.

November 14, 2019 03:22 PM

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Anna Mazurek

Winter Sports

A First-Timer’s Guide to Mammoth Lakes, California

Southern Californians love Mammoth—and it’s easy to see why.

June 24, 2022 12:55 PM

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Tim Chester

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Hotels

16 Stylish New York City Hotels With Rooms Starting Under $300 a Night

If you’re visiting New York on a budget, consider staying at one of these hip yet affordable NYC hotels with rooms for less than $300 a night.

December 5, 2025 09:55 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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Epic Trips

This Season Brings Out the Best of Switzerland

Fall brings golden vineyards, cozy spas, and local festivals—without the crowds.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism

COVID + Travel

What’s It Like to Travel to South Africa Right Now?

A dispatch from an American who recently spent three weeks in the country.

April 2, 2021 03:53 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

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Weekend Getaways

8 Great Weekend Escapes in Colorado

Skiing in Breckenridge, hiking rock formations in Grand Junction, biking to breweries in Fort Collins—these are a few of our favorite things.

September 11, 2024 11:32 AM

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Bailey Berg

Festivals + Events

Dale Chihuly’s Seattle Hot Shop Is Opening for Rare Tours

Visitors have a chance to enter The Boathouse for the first Refract glass arts festival.

October 18, 2019 08:31 PM

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Sara Button

Weekend Getaways

Why Oceanside Is a Great Coastal Retreat a Quick Train Ride From L.A.

South of L.A., north of San Diego, right by Legoland, and on the Amtrak line—Oceanside is perfectly positioned for a weekend getaway on the coast.

August 13, 2021 02:35 PM

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Tim Chester

Restaurants + Cafés

How to Find Sustainable Seafood While Traveling

Whether you’re headed to Italy for octopus, Japan for sushi, or New Zealand for shellfish, here’s what you need to know about finding the good stuff.

May 1, 2019 02:57 PM

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Lauren Sloss

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