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A Germaphobe’s Guide to Travel

Consider this your all-in-one guide to staying healthy when traveling during a pandemic.

September 30, 2020 09:17 AM

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Staff

Outdoor Adventure

The 15 Best State Parks in California You Need to Visit

Sometimes it feels as though the Golden State is one vast parkland. Where to peer into tide pools, hike the coast, and get your redwood on.

May 12, 2022 09:55 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Rows of sun lounge chairs on a snow covered mountain

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Want to Remote Work From Anywhere? Here Are 10 Places We Can Personally Recommend

Afar’s own remote workers and digital nomads share their picks for where to plan a remote work trip, both abroad and in the USA.

February 28, 2025 01:50 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Where to Travel Next

Come for St. Augustine, Stay for Amelia Island: A Guide to Northeast Florida

Tempting restaurants, new hotels, and plenty of outdoor adventure await.

January 27, 2022 03:32 PM

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Terry Ward

Winter Sports

Dutch Skate Amsterdam’s Canals for First Time Since 2018

“Especially nowadays, it’s a once-every-so-many-years experience, so when you get the chance, do it.”

February 16, 2021 01:41 PM

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Mike Corder

Tips + News

From WFH to WFP (Work From Paradise) in Puerto Rico

Forget your passport and forget your couch—whether you’re flying solo or bringing the crew, here’s how to turn remote work into an extended vacation in Puerto Rico.

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Hotels

These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Santa Monica

Whether you’re after a boutique retreat right on the sand or a historic hotel for sunset cocktails, these spots will give you a true sense of Santa Monica, California.

February 26, 2024 07:32 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

The legendary Crossroads, the intersection of Routes 49 and 61 was made famous by blues musician Robert Johnson in the Mississippi Delta.

Where to Travel Next

5 Great American Road Trips For Music Fans

Get on the road again to experience these tuneful itineraries through the Mississippi Delta, along the California coast, and more.

February 7, 2024 06:01 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Water Sports

Latest Thrilling Trend? Night Diving With Glowing Creatures and Feeding Sharks

“You never know what will emerge from the darkness.”

July 22, 2025 04:10 PM

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Suzie Dundas

Thailand is just one of many countries that have long been a tourist destination, but now have huge wins in LGBTQ rights.

LGBTQ Travel

7 Countries That Are Getting Friendlier for LGBTQ Travelers

From the Caribbean to Africa, travel further for higher public opinion scores and legal wins for the LGBTQ community.

June 3, 2025 12:42 PM

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Todd Plummer

Two sisters play on the big rock that is the focus point of the biggest pool at Coco Beach Resort, Belize

Where to Go in Winter

14 Magical Winter Destinations Whether You Want to Embrace the Snow or Escape the Cold

From bright snowflakes to sunny waters, your next winter getaway can be as sparkly as you want.

November 7, 2025 03:15 PM

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Bailey Berg

Aerial view of the Lighthouse in Maunabo, Puerto Rico

Outdoor Adventure

9 Eye-Popping Views in Puerto Rico That Most People Don’t See

Get your camera ready, because you won’t want to forget these postcard-worthy places.

May 27, 2025 02:05 PM

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Herson Guerrero

Family Travel

A Flight Attendant’s Tips for Flying With Kids

Traveling with younger fliers can be both fun and challenging. A Delta Air Lines flight attendant and father shares some advice from his years up in the air.

May 31, 2023 05:38 PM

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Michelle Baran

overhead view of two gourmet meals on a private jet with champagne bottle and two glasses

Air Travel News

How Much Does it Actually Cost to Fly in a Private Jet?

There are ample ways to charter a private jet or book a seat on a semi-private flight. And the cost varies more than most travelers probably realize.

September 23, 2024 12:11 PM

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Michelle Baran

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