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To Uncover the Heart of Beirut, Take a Walk With This Local

After a four-year hiatus, Ronnie Chatah’s popular walking tours are once again helping locals and visitors dive deeper into the Lebanese capital.

April 26, 2018 04:56 PM

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Alexandra Talty

Museums + Galleries

Off-Menu Las Vegas: Unexpected Things to Do

Beyond the Neon Capital of the World’s casinos and nightlife lies a lesser-known side of Las Vegas, full of hidden restaurants, fascinating museums, outdoor adventures, and other secrets.

Sponsored by The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Loyalty + Rewards

5 Smarter Ways to Grow and Spend Your Miles

How to get more bang for your buck—and your hard-earned points

December 22, 2016 12:40 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Tips + News

This Restaurant Is Now the Best in the World

It took top honors at the World’s 50 Best Awards.

June 25, 2019 12:10 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Beaches

How an American Learned to Summer Vacation Like a True Italian

An Italian family welcomes a daughter and her American husband back to the house on the Adriatic coast where life revolves around rituals of sun, sand, and handmade pasta.

March 30, 2018 07:30 PM

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Lucas Mann

COVID + Travel

Vaccine Passports Have Become Much Easier to Obtain—Here’s How to Get One

Multiple states, larger pharmacies, healthcare networks, and independent apps now offer digital COVID-19 vaccine certificates.

November 17, 2021 08:21 PM

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Michelle Baran

Solo Travel

What Books Don’t Tell You About Solo Roadtripping in America

The reality of it.

September 2, 2015 07:58 PM

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Diana Smith

See Mexico City Through the Eyes of Joyful Skeletons on Dia de Muertos

History + Culture

A Photo Essay of The Dia de Muertos Celebrations in Mexico City

AFAR Ambassador Rachel Rudwall recently explored vibrant, joyful Mexico City, capturing the country’s most lively cultural tradition

Sponsored by Visit Mexico

Air Travel News

Which European Budget Airlines Can You Trust?

Following the collapse of Primera Air earlier this month, travelers may be wondering what the risks are when booking with Europe’s low-cost carriers.

October 26, 2018 04:26 PM

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Mike Arnot

Air Travel News

United Fliers Can Now Get A-List Treatment at LAX’s Private Terminal

The airline’s partnership with The Private Suite promises a paparazzi-free airport experience for privileged travelers.

May 29, 2018 02:46 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Hotels

How Sydney’s Hoteliers Are Saving the City’s History

Rather than constructing new glass boxes, hoteliers in Sydney are converting heritage buildings into boutique stays, helping to preserve a piece of the city’s character.

September 11, 2019 02:46 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Art + Architecture

This Small Town Is the Glassblowing Hub of the United States

If Netflix’s new glassmaking competition series “Blown Away” left you feeling inspired, head to this surprising hot spot for glassblowing and learn how to make your own masterpiece.

September 10, 2019 09:24 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

Expedition Cruises

Say “Hello” to the World’s Most Luxurious Expedition Ship

A first look at the “Scenic Eclipse,” the newly launched mega-yacht with polar cruising capabilities, supersized suites, helicopters, and a submarine onboard.

September 9, 2019 07:33 PM

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Gene Sloan

Destination Spotlight

5 Places to Visit in Nicaragua

One traveler shares her highlights from the Central American country.

February 3, 2016 07:38 PM

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Anna Mazurek

History + Culture

Beyond the Northern Lights: Stepping Into Finland’s Evolving Sámi Culture

For many, the thought of Finnish Lapland conjures images of reindeer and ancient traditions, but Europe’s oldest living indigenous culture is far from frozen in time.

September 3, 2019 07:30 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

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