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Navigating Delta and United’s New Boarding Procedures

Both airlines are changing how passengers board their flights with the goal of making frequent flyer program members happier, while also reducing crowding at the gates. But will it work?

December 13, 2018 05:52 PM

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Michelle Baran

The suite boasts a phenomenal view of the Vegas strip.

Hotels

An Insider’s Look at One of the World’s Most Expensive Hotel Suites

High art for high rollers: The Damien Hirst–designed suite at the Palms casino in Las Vegas is open for stays.

March 5, 2019 06:33 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Beaches

Making Multigenerational Travel Memories in Bermuda

Here is why Bermuda is the perfect vacation spot for every kind of family

Sponsored by Bermuda Tourism

Food + Drink

We Planned a Trip to Chile Just for This Dish

Our writer travels to the ends of the Earth—again and again—for the seafood-based dish called curanto.

December 19, 2019 03:41 PM

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Julie H. Case

Air Travel News

These Airlines Have Raised Their Baggage Fees (and More Could Follow Suit)

United, JetBlue, Delta, Air Canada, and WestJet have all increased their checked bag fees, and analysts say it’s only a matter time before other carriers raise fees, too.

September 6, 2018 11:03 AM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tales

7 Stories That Prove Spontaneous Travel Is Truly Amazing

September 9, 2015 06:54 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Cities We Love

Get It Before It’s Hot: Why You Should Go to New Orleans This Spring

A new hotel, an old cocktail recipe, and more of that special local magic make late spring the time to head to the Crescent City.

May 14, 2019 04:53 PM

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Ann Shields

Longreads

A Man, a Dog, a Walk Around the World

In 2015, Tom Turcich set out to circumnavigate the globe by foot. He has been walking ever since.

June 22, 2021 11:24 AM

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Ann Babe

AFAR Advisor

Social Media Tips for Travel Advisors

Travel content is fun and sexy. But it is still work.

July 25, 2019 12:10 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Restaurants + Cafés

6 Can’t-Miss Dining Experiences in Orlando

Sponsored by Encore Resort

People

A Wheelchair Won’t Prevent This Young Woman From Traveling the Globe

A spinal cord injury left Alysia Kezerian unable to walk—but it didn’t stop her from exploring the world.

May 9, 2017 08:01 PM

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Sarah Buder

Road Trips

6 Things to Know About Taking Road Trips During Coronavirus

What is it like to take a road trip through the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic? AFAR deputy editor Jennifer Flowers shares her experience.

July 17, 2020 10:05 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Family Travel

Leap of Faith: 1 Dad, 2 Teenagers, and a Last-Minute Trip to Oman

Pulitzer Prize–winning author Anthony Doerr watches his twin boys jump from cliffs as his preconceptions melt away.

April 1, 2019 03:02 PM

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Anthony Doerr

International Beaches

4 Unexpected Beaches to Visit in Scotland

Experience Northern Great Britain like you never have before.

April 6, 2016 02:35 PM

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Nicoletta Richardson

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