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Two people seated face-to-face on an Amtrak NextGen Acela train with a table and plates of food and drinks in front of them and a large picture window alongside them

A new era of high-speed rail is coming to cities throughout the Northeast with the debut of Amtrak’s NextGen Acela trains.

August 11, 2025 06:30 PM

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Bailey Berg

Natural Wonders

Why Cave Divers Say Belize’s Underwater Paradise Is Worth the Risk

Safety is key for scuba divers—and cave diving is scuba without an easy escape route. What, then, is driving so many people to dive deeper in Belize?

March 12, 2018 05:27 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

If we travel more meaningfully, we may be able to understand our destinations on a deeper level—and ourselves.

From the Editor

The Luxury of Slow Travel

Traveling with intention better connects us with our destinations and ourselves.

October 6, 2022 03:34 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Summer 2025

The History We Miss in America’s National Parks

After visiting 24 national parks in the U.S., contributing writer Latria Graham meditates on their complex legacy—and considers how we can enjoy them in a more responsible way.

August 6, 2025 12:26 PM

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Latria Graham

Hiking + Cycling

Walk This Way: A Complete Guide to Hiking Etiquette

Hiking is immensely popular these days. Here’s how to do it right.

June 9, 2021 05:26 PM

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Chadner Navarro

In the Magazine

The 2019 AFAR Travel Vanguard

Visionaries who harness the power of travel to make a difference.

October 2, 2019 10:40 AM

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Staff

History + Culture

Beyond the Northern Lights: Stepping Into Finland’s Evolving Sámi Culture

For many, the thought of Finnish Lapland conjures images of reindeer and ancient traditions, but Europe’s oldest living indigenous culture is far from frozen in time.

September 3, 2019 07:30 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Road Trips

The Scenic Route: A Guide to the World’s Best Road Trips

The 10 best road trips around the world, a mix of classic and unexpected, coastal and countryside.

June 24, 2019 10:59 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

A hike in the Appenine Mountains with wellness retreat, The Ranch Italy.

Hotels

Rigorous Hikes, Quinoa Bowls, and No Wine: This Wellness Retreat in Italy Will Test Your Limits

At the Ranch Italy, participants trade in Italian wines and pastas for quinoa bowls and workouts at this seriously tough (but worth it) wellness retreat.

November 15, 2022 06:55 PM

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Jessie Beck

Loyalty + Rewards

9 Reasons the Chase Sapphire Preferred Is the Best Travel Rewards Card

From 80,000 bonus points to excellent redemption options and travel protections, the Chase Sapphire Preferred is one of the best rewards credit cards.

May 18, 2021 04:52 PM

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Eric Rosen

Weekend Getaways

7 Great Winter Weekend Getaways in the U.S., Whether You’re After Sun or Snow

Whether you’re craving winter sun or a snowy wonderland, these spots are ideal for a short break.

November 30, 2023 04:12 PM

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Ann Shields

Videos

5 Easy Ways to Pack Less When You Travel [VIDEO]

Want to pack less when you travel, but not sure where to start?

April 12, 2024 06:06 PM

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Jessie Beck

Aerial view of a sea of mostly primary colored homes in Reykjavík, Iceland

Air Travel News

Alaska Airlines Adds 2 New Europe Routes, Further Growing International Presence

The Seattle-based carrier has unveiled new flight routes to Europe for 2026, which is in addition to new service to Rome, Tokyo, and Seoul that had previously been announced.

August 13, 2025 08:01 PM

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Bailey Berg

AFAR Advisor

A Love Letter to the Travel Industry

Now is the time to think about the endless allure of travel, why it always bounces back, and how we can support our friends around the world.

March 12, 2020 12:54 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Art + Architecture

A New Takashi Murakami Exhibit Is Coming to Los Angeles in May

The exhibition includes 18 pieces and immersive installations that showcase some of the Japanese artist’s most recognizable works and his signature dreamy, anime-inspired style.

April 6, 2022 01:40 PM

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Mae Hamilton

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