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Books

19 Books We Love by Black Authors

Mystery or science fiction? History or memoir? The choice is yours.

July 15, 2020 06:36 PM

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Staff

Tips + News

What Travelers Need to Know About Bangkok’s Street Food Ban

This time, it’s a ban that’s bad for our taste buds.

April 20, 2017 02:50 PM

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Matt Villano

Natural Wonders

A Wildflower Super Bloom Is Heading to the Sierras

A long, wet, and snowy winter means that California’s hills and mountains should come alive with a particularly pretty showing of flowers this summer, experts say.

April 30, 2019 05:21 PM

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Michelle Baran

Family Travel

This Travel Car Seat Is Completely Worth the Splurge

AFAR parents, tired of schlepping giant car seats on trips, say the compact WAYB Pico travel car seat is a game changer.

July 21, 2021 12:53 PM

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Michelle Baran

Epic Trips

A First Look at Seabourn Ovation, Seabourn’s Newest Ship

This May, a new ship was unveiled to the world. Here’s how it is raising the bar and redefining ultra-luxury in the world of cruises

Sponsored by Seabourn

Travel Tips + Etiquette

10 Funny Travel Quotes to Live by in 2020

As these well-traveled writers know, it’s essential to pack your sense of humor when taking a trip.

December 6, 2019 03:54 PM

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Pat Tompkins

A hike in the Appenine Mountains with wellness retreat, The Ranch Italy.

Hotels

Rigorous Hikes, Quinoa Bowls, and No Wine: This Wellness Retreat in Italy Will Test Your Limits

At the Ranch Italy, participants trade in Italian wines and pastas for quinoa bowls and workouts at this seriously tough (but worth it) wellness retreat.

November 15, 2022 06:55 PM

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Jessie Beck

Loyalty + Rewards

Why You Should Get the New Hyatt Credit Card Bonus With up to 60,000 Points

60,000 bonus points is enough for two nights at luxury hotels like Ventana Big Sur and the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme.

January 29, 2021 08:39 PM

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Eric Rosen

Destination Spotlight

The Best Things to Do in St. Petersburg–Clearwater

From beaches and breweries to museums and markets, there’s an endless supply of things to see in this sunny region.

August 4, 2020 08:34 PM

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Terry Ward

Expedition Cruises

The Science of Antarctica May Change How You Cruise

Quark Expeditions has prioritized sustainability as it cruises to the polar ice caps.

October 30, 2020 03:24 PM

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Louis LaGrange

Loyalty + Rewards

Why We’re Absolutely Obsessed With the Chase Sapphire Reserve

What travel benefits and rewards do Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders really receive? An AFAR editor gives her honest review of the credit card in almost every dedicated traveler’s wallet.

October 28, 2020 01:40 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Family Travel

This Travel Brand is Disrupting the Travel Industry and Bringing Families Closer Together While Doing It

How the Encore Resort near Orlando has combined the best of luxury hotels and vacation rentals

Sponsored by Encore Resort

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

This Sleepy French Town Is an Essential Pilgrimage for Any True Wine Fan

In search of world-famous wines and secretive drinking societies? Dijon might be Burgundy’s capital, but the sleepy town of Beaune is the true heart of this hallowed wine region.

September 26, 2019 03:08 PM

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Eleanor Aldridge

Weekend Getaways

5 Affordable Summer Getaways in the United States

Check out these stylish warm-weather retreats around the country. (Bonus: All are less than $220 a night.)

July 7, 2017 05:59 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Founder’s Note

To 10 Years of AFAR and Our Dedicated Readers

AFAR’s co-founder tips his hat to the talented individuals who make up our travel community.

December 13, 2018 01:20 PM

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Greg Sullivan

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