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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

Festivals + Events

8 Exceptional Festivals to Escape to This Winter

Come out of hibernation this winter for travel-worthy festivals that celebrate ice, snow, chills, and thrills in cities around the globe.

January 18, 2019 04:53 PM

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Erin Gifford

Health + Wellness

In “Exhale,” the Breath Guy Teaches the Art of Calming Down

We’d all like to forget 2020. But in this exclusive book excerpt, we learn how to defend ourselves through the art and science of breathing.

December 16, 2020 01:51 PM

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Richie Bostock

Hotels

Hilton’s New Hotel Brand Gives the Hostel an Upgrade

The urban lifestyle Motto by Hilton hotels will feature flexible room configurations, community-oriented common spaces, and app-controlled amenities.

October 23, 2018 06:55 PM

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Michelle Baran

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

Books

Bats Are Hanging Out in the Library. What Gives?

In Wales and Portugal, flying mammals have taken roost in unusual places.

December 12, 2019 01:49 PM

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Julie H. Case

Outdoor Adventure

Norway Is One of the World’s Happiest Countries. Is Friluftsliv the Secret?

Fjordside farms, foraged cuisine, and the Mountain Code: Norwegians claim to have a unique relationship with nature. Perhaps it’s something in their nature.

July 24, 2019 01:50 PM

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Lisa Abend

Summer 2022

What Chinatown Means to America—and to Me

In the wake of a nationwide surge of anti-Asian hate crimes, writer Bonnie Tsui reflects on the resiliency of Chinatowns.

September 13, 2022 03:37 PM

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Bonnie Tsui

Books

The Miracle of Strange Encounters in Travel

Who are the people you just can’t shake? In the new book “Letter to a Stranger,” 65 writers explore the remarkable power of those they’ll never really know.

March 23, 2022 08:54 AM

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Aislyn Greene

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

Sunset over Half Dome in Yosemite National Park in California

National Parks

These U.S. National Parks Are Requiring Reservations in 2024

You’ll want to mark your calendars: Here are key dates when reservations will become available for the national parks requiring them in 2024—and how to secure a spot.

December 27, 2023 10:00 AM

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Michelle Baran

Art + Architecture

This Detroit Neighborhood Is an Architecture Fan’s Dream

Mies van der Rohe designed 186 residences at Lafayette Park, where several tours let you enjoy his work from every angle.

August 7, 2018 04:24 PM

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Amy S. Eckert

Travel for Good

Travel Should Be a Force for Good

As the travel industry begins its recovery, AFAR’s editor in chief calls for it to come back better than it was before.

June 4, 2020 06:26 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

Loyalty + Rewards

These Travel Credit Cards Are Offering New Benefits During COVID

New limited-time perks, including bonus points, statement credits, and even lower annual fees.

November 23, 2020 03:58 PM

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Eric Rosen

Restaurants + Cafés

Where to Sample Bermuda’s Unique Cuisines

Inspired by the island’s swirl of cultures and the surrounding ocean, Bermudian fare is brimming with delicious flavors. Come hungry.

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