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When communities share their culture on their own terms, everybody wins.

While a stay in the famously lavish resorts of Tahiti and Bora Bora may be a dream vacation for many, the local guesthouses offer travelers a deeper look into Polynesian culture and life.

After decades of living, cooking, and foraging in rural Italy, writer Frances Mayes shares what she’s learned from “cucina povera.”

One writer on the hamlet he considers his “happy place.”

Self-isolating in the midst of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic can take its toll mentally, which is why we’ve never been so thankful for animal livestreams.

AFAR’s Editor in Chief Julia Cosgrove shares the importance of traveling to discover and cultivate your passions—be it adventure, wellness, or (in her case) cheese.

From stylish and over-the-top to far-flung and extended, these once-in-a-lifetime tours in Africa, Europe, and Oceania are ones for the books.

The once-every-century event returns in December—but tickets to see it are selling out fast.

Everything you need to know to have a rootin’-tootin’ time in Elko, Nevada.

The massive art event happens every two years and draws visitors from all over the world. Here’s how to navigate the show—and what to know while you’re in town.

Descend into ancient mine shafts, visit skilled woodcarvers, soar to the top of eastern Germany’s highest mountain, and soak up the charm of historic towns.

No crowds. No cosplay. Just temples, trees, and a warm bath at the end of the day on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route.

Susan Sarandon talks about birthday cakes in the Grand Canyon, her airplane binge-watching habit, and how her son showed her another side of Japan. But before all that, we had to talk about our doorman.

Western Australia is embracing this unique experience.

12 writers on the quarandreams they can’t wait to make a reality.