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A sunset view over downtown Asheville with some evening lights illuminating parts of the city

Afar’s cofounders spent three days on the ground in the North Carolina mountain town and came back with a reminder of the positive impact travel dollars can have.

January 29, 2025 02:38 PM

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Joe Diaz

Spring 2022

The Helicopter Pilot Saving Lives in the Himalayas

The only woman helicopter pilot in Nepal, Priya Adhikari takes travelers on scenic flights and performs rescue missions on some of the world’s highest peaks.

March 31, 2022 04:52 PM

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Kevin Koczwara

Cities We Love

Kyoto’s Contemporary Bloom: The Most Exciting New Museums, Tours, and Hotels of 2021

Because so much was slated to open across Japan in time for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, this past year saw a number of Kyoto newcomers.

May 21, 2021 10:58 AM

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Adam H. Graham

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

This Little Region Is the Easiest Wine Country Weekend Getaway

A mere hour from San Francisco, Carneros straddles Napa and Sonoma and is home to some of wine country’s best tasting rooms, restaurants, and stays.

November 15, 2017 01:00 PM

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Bryce Wiatrak

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Intrepid Travel Is Rethinking Responsible Animal Encounters

One of the largest tour operators has eliminated several tours that failed to meet wildlife protection standards and replaced them with new tours.

February 23, 2023 12:43 PM

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Bailey Berg

Travelers should set aside four to six weeks to get a new passport or expect to pay more for expedited services.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How Long Does It Take to Get a New U.S. Passport Now?

No need to scramble days before your trip when you know how long the passport process takes.

January 22, 2025 08:42 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

Air Travel News

American Airlines Is Cutting These International Routes in 2022

An aircraft shortage is forcing the airline to scale back on some global flights, including to Europe and Asia.

December 10, 2021 04:18 PM

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Michelle Baran

History + Culture

How the Seychelles Is Preserving Its Cultural Legacy Through Dance

Recently recognized by UNESCO, the music and dances of moutya commemorate the Seychelles’ painful colonial past.

May 6, 2022 11:26 AM

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Anne Pinto-Rodrigues

Weekend Getaways

The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Ottawa, Canada

Visit the landmarks and local marvels that make Ottawa a stand-out capital city.

May 5, 2022 10:38 PM

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Laura Byrne Paquet

Art + Culture

This Year’s Must-Visit Arts Destination Is Not Where You Might Think

With conservation-minded watercolors and giant fiberglass lobsters, Islamorada’s artists are capturing the essence of the Florida Keys.

January 14, 2025 02:36 PM

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Charlene Fang

Travel for Good

How Aboriginal Tourism Is Changing Travel in Australia

A new initiative Down Under is increasing the visibility of indigenous travel experiences.

February 12, 2020 08:20 AM

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Katie Lockhart

Road Trips

The Perfect Road Trip on the King of Trails Scenic Byway

Discover breathtaking nature, charming small towns, and even some great art on this route through western Minnesota.

September 28, 2021 05:25 PM

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Cinnamon Janzer

Chimney Rock an abrupt butte near Cortez, 2015

History + Culture

This National Park Alternative in Colorado Allows Only 30 Visitors per Day

Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Park is a similar but less-crowded alternative to Mesa Verde National Park nearby.

June 11, 2026 02:40 PM

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Daliah Singer

Experience the British Isles with fewer crowds on Atlas Ocean Voyages’ fall sailing.

Cruise

The Best Small-Ship Cruises to Take This Fall

From Reykjavík to Dublin and across the Caribbean, these fall cruises include Afar-curated experiences designed for small groups.

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