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

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

RIO DE JANEIRO, RJ /BRAZIL - March 8, 2014: World's famous carnival in Rio de Janeiro, samba school parading in Sambadromo, the carnival stadium, with 90000 spectators.

Festivals + Events

The Best Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras, From Alabama to Rio de Janeiro

There’s no party like a New Orleans party, but a bunch of other cities throw unmissable bashes too.

January 23, 2025 12:24 PM

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Jenny Adams

Tips + News

Wildfires Are Raging in Alaska: Here’s What Travelers Need to Know

The fires burning on the Kenai Peninsula and in the Mat-Su Valley are having an impact on visitors to Southcentral Alaska. Get the facts.

August 26, 2019 04:04 PM

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Jenna Schnuer

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

Woman with hot pink hair running through a street with street art

Outdoor Adventure

Running Tours Offer a Fun Way to Visit a New Place—Here’s Where to Try Them

The best way to travel is by breaking a sweat.

May 10, 2024 08:39 AM

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Erica Firpo

People

The Influencer: Joe Bartolomei, Innkeeper

Where to go in California, according to the cofounder of one of Sonoma County’s most distinctive hotels.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

Outdoor Adventure

Find Peace in the Heart of L.A. at These Tranquil Botanical Gardens

Get lost among transporting grounds within and near the city.

May 26, 2022 02:27 PM

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Alesandra Dubin

UNESCO World Heritage

How to See 14 Iconic UNESCO Sites on a Single Trip

Travel by private jet and maximize your time with these world wonders.

Sponsored by TCS World Travel

Cities We Love

9 Reasons Why Bremen is One of Germany’s Most Innovative Cities

The pulsating, multifaceted heart of Northwest Germany rose to prominence as a hive of cutting-edge technology, science, architecture, and gastronomy some 1,200 years ago.

Sponsored by The German National Tourist Board

Festivals + Events

3 “Ideas” Festivals That Will Melt Your Brain This Summer

In a good way.

May 24, 2022 08:17 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Epic Trips

Turn Your Glacier Adventure Into an Overnight Experience With These Luxurious Stays

Yes, you can sleep next to (or on top of) a glacier. And at these lodges, hotels, and glamping experiences, you can do so sustainably too.

September 20, 2019 08:12 PM

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Julia Eskins

September / October 2021

The Future of Hospitality Is...

Fourteen leaders on how to make hospitality more inclusive in 2021 and beyond.

July 26, 2022 09:03 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Tipping 101: When and How Much to Leave in Spain

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Do You Tip in Spain? Sometimes—Here’s When and How Much to Give

In Spain, like much of Europe, tipping isn’t expected the way it is in the U.S. Still, there are some situations where you may want to give a little extra.

April 12, 2023 03:08 PM

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Becca Blond

Rosewood Schloss Fuschl opens July 2024 and is located in a restored castle on Lake Fuschl in Austria.

Stay Here Next

This Castle Hotel in Austria Is a Now Reimagined Luxury Retreat

Rosewood Hotels and Resorts has transformed the historic Schloss Fuschl hotel outside Salzburg into a contemporary lakeside escape.

July 22, 2024 01:55 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Road Trips

6 Things to Know About Taking Road Trips During Coronavirus

What is it like to take a road trip through the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic? AFAR deputy editor Jennifer Flowers shares her experience.

July 17, 2020 10:05 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

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