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In the Magazine

What to Do, Eat, and See in Brooklyn, New York

From art to food, here’s what to know about New York City’s most populous borough.

September 6, 2023 07:13 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Outdoor Adventure

Get Intimate With the Aurora Borealis in the Finnish Wilderness

From adventure specialist Off the Map Travel, a glass-topped hut and a 70-percent chance of Northern Lights.

November 29, 2017 04:53 PM

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Matthew Phenix

History + Culture

What’s in a Name? Why Turkey Is Now Türkiye

Türkiye is the latest country to attempt a rebrand. What motivated the move?

January 11, 2022 01:46 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Solo Travel

This Company Is Reinventing the Expat Experience for Women

Behere helps book short-term apartments, coworking spaces, and fitness studio memberships for women who want to sample life abroad.

January 3, 2018 01:25 PM

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Chelsea Bengier

The Capital One branded lounge at Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Loyalty + Rewards

Capital One Expands Airport Lounge Network and Launches New Premier Collection

Capital One has gone all-in on travel with branded airport lounges and a new hotel collection program, elevating its premium Venture X Rewards credit card to one of the industry’s best.

February 15, 2023 02:35 PM

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Paul Rubio

Weekend Getaways

Toronto Is the Perfect Weekend Getaway for Adventurous Eaters

Hungry for a weekend full of world-class art, diverse restaurants, and beautiful nature? You’ve come to the right place.

July 13, 2022 10:07 AM

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Julia Eskins

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

What It’s Like to Go Winetasting at Robert Mondavi Winery

AFAR got an inside look at the Napa Valley winery, which was recently named the best vineyard in North America.

August 16, 2019 02:30 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

National Parks

Big City Escapes: 8 National Park Service Treasures Within Easy Reach

These sites offer starry skies, pristine deserts, and tales of our multicultural history—and they’re all close to some of the nation’s biggest cities.

July 25, 2018 02:26 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Rocky Mountain Adaptive works with Banff ski resorts including Lake Louise, Sunshine Village, and Norquay to offer adaptive ski lessons in winter.

Outdoor Adventure

6 North American Resorts With Adaptive Ski and Snowboard Programs

From Vermont to British Columbia, here are six places where everyone can hit the slopes.

October 20, 2022 09:30 AM

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Lisa Kadane

Health + Wellness

This $30 Hobby Is Keeping Me Sane Right Now

Not just for grannies anymore, cross-stitching allows me to meditate on far-off places while COVID-19 keeps me stuck at home.

May 4, 2020 08:15 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Food + Drink

Napa Valley’s Most Exciting New Hotels, Restaurants, and Tastings

Napa Valley has long been known for great food and drink, but several new offerings elevate this California wine region even higher.

March 14, 2023 06:57 PM

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J’nai Gaither

Glen Ellen Star is one of many restaurants featuring Sonoma County’s bounty, which pairs well with Sonoma-Cutrer wines.

Food + Drink

6 Must-Visit Wine Country Restaurants for the Perfect Pairing

Sonoma-Cutrer wines pair beautifully with standout dishes at these top restaurants.

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A collection of colorful hanging lanterns at the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul

Longreads

Souvenirs Are a Sham. So Why Do We Keep Buying Them?

Why do we feel the need to collect mementos—including the good, the bad, and the ugly—out on the road?

August 21, 2024 09:12 AM

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Michelle Baran

Loyalty + Rewards

Hyatt’s Loyalty Program Just Got a Serious Luxury Upgrade

Members can now earn and redeem points at beautiful, boutique properties that are part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World portfolio.

December 11, 2018 06:22 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Epic Trips

Thailand Wants to Pay You to Travel the Country Like a Local

The job entails traveling around the country, eating and experiencing local life, all while being filmed for a TV documentary.

November 2, 2018 06:13 PM

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Michelle Baran

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