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A Travel Guide for Germany’s Iconic Museums, Palaces and Heritage

From the capital of Berlin to the southern city of Stuttgart, Germany’s wealth of art, design, and culinary spots makes for an extraordinary travel itinerary.

Sponsored by German National Tourist Board

What Is Turbulence—and How Can Understanding It Help Anxious Flyers?

Air Travel News

What Causes Turbulence on Flights?

Reports of severe turbulence on planes (and in some cases, injuries) can make flying stressful. But understanding what turbulence is—and why it’s not so bad—can help ease fears.

March 15, 2023 01:01 PM

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Ali Wunderman

Historic town of Perast in the Bay of Kotor, Montenegro with older homes and buildings with orange-tiled roofs, lining the waterfrton with a handful of small boats moored, and mountains in the background

Cruise

How to Escape the Mediterranean Cruise Crowds? Head to This Underrated Coastal Paradise Instead

One writer is reminded of the importance of slowing down and embracing calm during an off-season cruise on the recently relaunched ‘Crystal Symphony.’

December 23, 2024 06:02 PM

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Fran Golden

A person taking a picture if another person on a rock.

Winter 2024

Behind the Scenes: How We Chose the AFAR 2024 Where to Go List

In the editor’s letter of the latest issue of AFAR, deputy editor Tim Chester explains the process behind the annual Where to Go list.

January 9, 2024 01:43 PM

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Tim Chester

Travel Tales

She Came, She Saw, She Told Jokes: A Comic’s Last-Minute Trip to Kansas City

New York comedian Negin Farsad headed into the heartland of her country, and fell head over heels for a two-state city in the middle of America.

January 28, 2019 02:02 PM

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Negin Farsad

A wooden walkway through tall reeds through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Food + Drink

Where to Eat, Drink, and Unwind in Virginia Beach

Step off the Boardwalk and enjoy strawberry picking, oyster farm tours, and Chesapeake Bay sunsets.

Sponsored by United Airlines

Hotels

Bobby Berk of “Queer Eye” Just Listed His Gorgeous Palm Desert Home on Airbnb

If you don’t get to have your own home transformed by Berk, you can at least stay in one of his masterpieces when visiting this Southern California desert oasis.

May 24, 2022 07:35 PM

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Michelle Baran

Abu Dhabi, UAE, Skyline, Louvre interior

Where to Travel Next

These Will Be Among the Most Popular Destinations in 2025, According to Expedia

The booking giant also predicts that JOMO and set-jetting will continue to inspire travelers.

December 12, 2024 06:37 PM

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Blane Bachelor

In the Magazine

The 2019 AFAR Travel Vanguard

Visionaries who harness the power of travel to make a difference.

October 2, 2019 10:40 AM

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Staff

United Airlines aircraft parked at an airport gate as seen from above.

Air Travel News

What’s Going on With All the United Airplane Incidents? Aviation Experts Weigh In.

There have been at least 10 maintenance and flight diversion issues on United airplanes over the past few weeks.

March 22, 2024 09:09 AM

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Bill Fink

Cruise

There’s a New Way to Sail in the Galápagos—With No Crowds and Plenty of Comfort

On the “Aqua Mare” in the Galápagos, close encounters with the resident wildlife come with standard-setting luxury.

May 15, 2025 01:45 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Loyalty + Rewards

Marriott Bonvoy’s New Award Pricing System: What You Need to Know

The loyalty program is finally introducing peak and off-peak pricing.

August 15, 2019 05:05 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Tips + News

Saudi Arabia Bans Foreign Pilgrims Over Coronavirus Outbreak

Authorities also suspended entry to travelers from nations affected by the new virus who hold tourist visas for the kingdom.

February 27, 2020 01:03 PM

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Jon Gambrell

View from the runway at Denver International Airport

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