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Mountain Music and Sparkling Streams: The Ultimate Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip

Road Trips

This Is One of the Most Beautiful Drives in the U.S—Here’s How to Experience It

Two lanes, five days, nine tunnels, and endless diversions on this scenic drive through Virginia and North Carolina.

October 19, 2023 12:30 PM

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Jess Graves

Cities We Love

Tokyo’s Long Lines Lead to Magic (and Life-Changing Ramen)

On an impromptu trip to Tokyo, without a single reservation in hand, food writer Helen Rosner explores the Japanese art of standing in line.

July 30, 2018 07:02 PM

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Helen Rosner

Restaurants + Cafés

The Surprisingly Sweet Reason You Should Go On a Vinegar Pilgrimage

Believe it or not, a taste of vinegar can reveal a place’s essence just as well as a sip of fine wine can.

April 12, 2017 11:35 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Epic Trips

How One Traveler Made His Dream of Biking the Tour de France Come True

A San Francisco–based traveler flew his wheels to France and fulfilled his racing fantasy.

June 28, 2017 11:35 AM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Food + Drink

Spain’s Most Substantial Stew Is the Definition of Comfort Food

A pot of cocido madrileño is served with a fascinating history—and lots of flavor.

January 9, 2018 10:52 AM

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Leah Messinger

Tips + News

France Heads Into Second Nationwide Lockdown Amid COVID Surge

Germany announces a partial four-week lockdown as Europe faces a second wave of coronavirus cases.

October 28, 2020 05:22 PM

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Frank Jordans

Air Travel News

5 Simple Tricks for Upgrading Your In-Flight Meals

You’ll never look at your travel-sized liquids containers the same way again.

November 15, 2016 12:11 PM

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Ashley Goldsmith

Bars + Nightlife

What Do Champagne and Korean Food Have in Common?

The fermented flavors in both vintage champagne and many Asian foods make them a match made in bubbly heaven.

July 26, 2016 05:45 PM

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Danielle Walsh

Museums + Galleries

Find New Orleans’s Soul at These 6 Mini-Museums

Go beyond Bourbon Street to drink up New Orleans history and culture at these fascinating small-scale museums.

January 8, 2019 06:37 PM

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Lavinia Spalding

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

Travel for Good

8 Easy Ways to Make Your Next Road Trip Greener

These eco-friendly tips and tricks will help you reduce your carbon footprint and travel more sustainably.

April 22, 2020 05:10 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Natural Wonders

The Great Nebraska Migration of Sandhill Cranes and the Birders Who Love Them

Every spring, “craniacs” from around the world flock to Kearney, Nebraska, to see the sandhill cranes. One burgeoning birder learns what it means to fit in.

May 17, 2022 02:28 PM

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Alexandra Marvar

Food + Drink

What Food City Should You Travel To?

Where will your tastes lead you?

April 15, 2016 07:54 AM

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Samantha Juda

Tips + News

Quarantine. Self-Isolation. Lockdown. Shelter in Place. What’s the Difference?

A glossary of terms in the coronavirus age.

March 20, 2020 03:05 PM

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John Newton

Restaurants + Cafés

How a Top Chef Brings Her Caribbean Roots to Your Dinner Table

The award-winning chef blends Caribbean and Creole cuisines at her trendy New Orleans restaurant—and trust us, you’ll want a taste.

August 28, 2017 04:45 PM

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Sarah Buder

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