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Austin, Texas offers a wealth of things to do for people of all ages.

Cities We Love

The Top 10 Things You Need to Do in Austin, Texas

The capital of the Lone Star State knows how to have a good time.

August 5, 2022 11:53 AM

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Mae Hamilton

Hotels

12 New London Hotels to Get Excited About in 2022

London calling? These hotels—stylish town houses, global brands, and refreshed grande dames among them—are waiting.

August 4, 2022 01:40 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Health + Wellness

Pack Your Hobby for a Deeper Travel Experience

Whether you’re a painter, a singer, or a swimmer, these trips will help you have more uniquely “you” experiences around the world.

August 24, 2016 11:46 AM

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Karen Catchpole

National Parks

Director Greg MacGillivray Gives a Behind-the-Scenes Look at his New Movie, ‘National Parks Adventure’

‘National Parks Adventure’ director Greg MacGillivray talks filming, preservation, and the beauty of our nation’s untouched land

February 11, 2016 05:05 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Travel Tales

Ghana’s Outstretched Hand

Recalling her first trip to Africa, a Black journalist reflects on missed opportunities—and a legacy she’s finally ready to explore.

December 16, 2020 02:57 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

Art + Culture

Exploring Tokyo’s Art Scene Like a Local

From traditional to contemporary, here’s how an insider suggests seeing some of Tokyo’s best art.

Sponsored by Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

Food + Drink

Foraging Desert Flavors: Behind the Scenes of “New Arizonan” Cuisine

How a small group of chefs are using the ingredients of the Southwest to transform local fare

November 29, 2019 04:13 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

In the Magazine

6 Great AFAR Reads for Your Holiday Travels

Longer pieces that will inspire major wanderlust.

November 30, 2015 04:06 PM

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Danielle Walsh

Holiday Travel

Get ideas on where to go and tips for making your trip easier during holiday travel.

October 27, 2017 03:00 PM

Festivals + Events

Everything You Need to Know About the French Quarter Festival in New Orleans

The free festival, held annually in April, is one of the finest ways to experience NOLA musical history—and makes for a glorious long-weekend trip.

February 21, 2020 03:00 PM

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Anne Roderique-Jones

Other

Take a Peek at Our Holiday Wish Lists

The gifts that AFAR staffers have their fingers crossed for this season

December 8, 2015 07:33 PM

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Maggie Fuller

The Future of Travel

L.A.’s New Tourism Campaign Celebrates Inclusiveness

It’s put forth the hashtag #everyoneiswelcome.

April 19, 2017 04:57 PM

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Matt Villano

National Parks

6 Incredible Overnight National Park Adventures

Why stop at a casual hike? Let these guided tours take you deeper into some of the country’s most fascinating national parks.

April 15, 2016 08:41 PM

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Alina Polishuk

Cities We Love

The 7 Best Vendors at Washington, D.C.’s Union Market

Fill up on bagels, eggplant-stuffed dosas, crème brûlée doughnuts, and more.

February 18, 2020 04:39 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

Longreads

Asma Khan Won’t Stop Shaking the World

Khan, the first British chef to be featured on “Chef’s Table,” opened the wildly popular Darjeeling Express in 2017. She just closed it—on purpose.

July 12, 2022 10:09 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

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