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History + Culture

Bermuda’s History Is Insanely Cool—Here’s How to Discover It

Bermuda’s natural beauty isn’t its only draw.

March 8, 2017 01:46 PM

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Danielle Walsh

History + Culture

6 of Europe’s Strangest End-of-Winter Traditions

Forget Groundhog Day—from drowning the goddess of winter to downing a glass of wine with a live fish, Europe’s end-of-winter rituals are much more interesting.

January 31, 2018 01:25 PM

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Alex Schechter

History + Culture

21 Places to Learn About African American History

Across the country, a number of compelling museums, monuments, and landmark trails commemorate significant moments in African American history.

February 8, 2021 09:23 AM

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Sarah Buder

Food + Drink

Oh, the Things You Learn About Cuba While Writing a Cookbook

Two cookbook creators share their insider tips on traveling and eating well in the newly open country

July 28, 2016 09:09 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Travel Tales

Escape From the Modern World on a Pilgrim’s Path Through Japan

No crowds. No cosplay. Just temples, trees, and a warm bath at the end of the day on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route.

February 12, 2018 07:00 PM

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Peggy Orenstein

Restaurants + Cafés

How to Eat Street Food Without Getting Sick

Eating a snack from a sidewalk vendor while traveling can be done safely, especially if you use these tips.

September 13, 2016 08:05 PM

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Ashley Goldsmith

Health + Wellness

Tuning Forks, Singing Bowls, and Sound Baths: Where to Try Sonic Therapy in the USA

Noise can stress us out—but if used right, it can also ground us (and make for a memorable experience while on the road). Here are six places around the USA to have an auditory experience.

February 1, 2019 07:46 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Art + Architecture

How to Explore Houston’s Booming Art Scene

Ongoing growth and affordability are attracting a whole new crop of young creatives to this dynamic Texan city. Here are 9 ways to enjoy their work.

March 15, 2019 08:37 PM

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Lindsay Lambert

Museums + Galleries

Chicago’s New Architecture Center Is an Essential Stop for Design Lovers

The Chicago Architecture Center now makes its home in the last skyscraper designed by midcentury modernism pioneer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. AFAR got a behind-the-scenes tour.

August 29, 2018 06:09 PM

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Lindsay Lambert

Where to Travel Next

Why Travelers Should Set Their Sights on Uzbekistan

Here are 5 reasons why this Central Asian country should be on your trip wish list.

May 31, 2019 02:14 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Bars + Nightlife

Guinness Has a Secret Experimental Brewery, and Now You Can Visit It

The experimental brewery of a certain, quintessentially Irish beer is now open to the public

January 22, 2016 04:59 PM

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Matt Bell

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Laptop Backpacks for Travel

These backpacks organize your laptop computer and other travel essentials—with style and comfort.

June 5, 2019 11:56 AM

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Kelly Bastone

Restaurants + Cafés

This Beloved New York Hotel Has Opened Its Doors on the West Coast

Location, location, location and food, food, food at the new NoMad Los Angeles

January 22, 2018 08:21 PM

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Sara Button

Food + Drink

The One Place You Need to Try Italy’s Special Sauce

For tried-and-true pesto, head to the ancient city of Genoa in Italy’s Liguria region.

December 13, 2017 05:44 PM

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Colman Andrews

History + Culture

Tips for Translating the Japanese Art of Hospitality Into Your Daily Life

What’s the secret to a genuinely friendly welcome? In Japan, a dedication to group harmony and an appreciation for the transience of the moment.

April 4, 2018 07:25 PM

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Lara Dalinsky

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