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History + Culture

How Immigrants Shaped Melbourne’s Modern Food Scene

Writer Tom Downey tracks the sources of surprising culinary innovations in Australia’s second city.

April 4, 2014 03:03 PM
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Tom Downey
Longreads

What It’s Like to Train with Runners in Kenya

Far above the plains where lions roam, there’s another Kenya, where life moves slowly and the people run fast. Writer Matt Gross tries to keep up.

June 20, 2012 05:42 PM
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Matt Gross
Beer, Wine, + Spirits

6 Champagnes to Try in France (and How to Properly Taste Them)

First step: Pinkies up. Next step: Bottoms up, too.

October 26, 2012 05:55 PM
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Gayle Keck
Epic Trips

How to Explore the Real Nevis

Chris Colin experiences a Caribbean paradise from both sides of a resort’s walls.

December 7, 2012 06:42 PM
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Chris Colin
Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Into the Vines: The Story of Sicily’s Top Winemakers

Chef Gabrielle Hamilton meets the independent winemakers who bottle the flavor of Sicily.

March 27, 2014 02:33 PM
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Gabrielle Hamilton
In the Magazine

Spin the Globe: Scott Hocker in Croatia

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent Scott Hocker on a spontaneous journey to Croatia.

September 12, 2012 02:29 PM
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Scott Hocker
Health + Wellness

The Extraordinary Confessions of an International Wedding Crasher

Witnessing ceremonies of love take place around the world can reveal some pretty profound life lessons.

June 18, 2012 06:05 PM
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Eric Weiner
Outdoor Adventure

The Sound of Silence

In Scotland, a writer disconnects from civilization and discovers something much more. . . civilized.

February 3, 2014 08:22 PM
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Lisa Abend
Health + Wellness

Embracing the Cycle of Life in India’s Holiest City

When a traveler faces grief in Varanasi, his perspective on life and death goes up in smoke.

May 9, 2014 08:19 PM
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David Farley
Small Ship Cruises

Why an Epic Voyage Through the Greek Isles Is a Modern Odyssey

A father and son cruise the Mediterranean in search of a new mythology.

December 11, 2013 05:08 PM
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Paul Greenberg
Food + Drink

Michael Laiskonis in Bogotá, Colombia

Pastry chef, Michael Laiskonis, shares his favorite things to do, see, and (of course) eat while in Bogotá, Colombia.

November 1, 2011 02:12 PM
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Jen Murphy
Hotels

6 Agritourism Hotels Around the World

Stay where the chocolate is made.

December 20, 2011 12:26 PM
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Elaine Glusac
Food + Drink

Wandering Chef: John Currence in Charleston, South Carolina

Wandering Chef: John Currence in Charleston, South Carolina

March 14, 2012 02:05 PM
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Jen Murphy
Restaurants + Cafés

This Glorious Italian Drink Blends Espresso and Hot Chocolate

Bicerin tastes like a sweet sip of Italy.

October 20, 2011 12:27 PM
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Marie Volkea Doezema
In the Magazine

Can I Help You?

The give and take of a 20-year friendship.

June 29, 2012 02:35 PM
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Brad Newsham

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