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Hiking Trail Reopens in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Following Last Year’s Eruption

Nearly one year after the historic caldera collapse, most of the popular Kilauea Iki Trail has been repaired and is now open to the public.

April 26, 2019 01:49 PM

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Sarah Buder

Islands

The Secrets of Why Islands Make Us Happy

No matter where they are in the world, islands make for happy locals and happy travelers. We now know why.

Sponsored by Aruba Tourism Authority

Cities We Love

Why You Need to Spend a Weekend in Johannesburg Now

May 8, 2015 05:17 PM

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Jen Murphy

Where to Travel Next

An Adventure that Chooses You

No matter what adventure means to you, The Islands of Tahiti will expand the way you experience the world

April 5, 2018 09:25 AM

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Tahiti Tourisme

Air Travel News

These Exciting New Airline Routes to Europe Are Finally Here

Thanks to these new European flights, it’s much easier to hop across the pond from the United States this summer.

June 11, 2019 05:11 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

The Most—and Least—Ecofriendly Ways to Travel

What type of transportation should you take if you want to leave the smallest carbon footprint? The answer is not that simple.

October 28, 2019 07:29 PM

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Michelle Baran

History + Culture

These UNESCO Monuments Celebrate the Women of Ancient Egypt

Here’s where to venture beyond the pyramids and learn the legacies of powerful Egyptian queens and goddesses.

March 10, 2020 02:25 PM

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Gulnaz Khan

Hotels

Head to One of These 14 Hotels for a Fun-Filled Future Escape

With multiple new properties, activities like kayaking and biking, and more, Kimpton should be your go-to hotel brand for spring and summer getaways.

Sponsored by Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants

AFAR Advisor

12 Questions With J.MAK (!)

J.MAK is both the name of one of the biggest hotel representation firms in the travel industry and the nickname of the man behind the brand: Jon Makhmaltchi.

August 15, 2019 10:41 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Restaurants + Cafés

The Amazing Food and Drink Scene in this State May Surprise You

Arizona is the place to be for those passionate about farm-to-table cuisine, craft beer, and locally made wine.

Sponsored by Arizona office of Tourism

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Now, You Can Explore the World’s Coolest Neighborhoods with a Local

Get a real insider perspective on how a neighborhood becomes cool—and how best to see it.

July 22, 2019 03:14 PM

Packing Tips + Gear

Best in Snow: Hot New Gear That’ll Solve Your Worst Winter Woes

Fumbly fingers? Foggy goggles? Bulky jackets? Not with these gorgeous gear picks.

September 19, 2018 04:34 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Road Trips

How an Unplanned Road Trip Helped a California Family Reclaim the Van

Five days. Two kids. One Eurovan. Here’s what happened when writer Chris Colin and his family set out on a Northern California adventure that redefined the concept of #vanlife.

April 1, 2019 04:20 PM

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Chris Colin

Located near the border with Syria, Gaziantep boasts a reputation as one of the region's great foodie cities.

Summer 2022

Syrian Refugees Are Transforming an Ancient Turkish City’s Food Culture

Writer Anya von Bremzen explores the fluid nature of food, identity, and community in Gaziantep, a Turkish city renowned for its cuisine—and reshaped by the Syrian war.

September 27, 2022 01:22 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

Art + Architecture

Inside the Whimsical World of France’s Most Outrageous Street Theater Company

The innovative street performance company La Machine celebrates 20 years of wonder with an expansive new exhibition space, upcoming show, and more.

August 23, 2019 12:45 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

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