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Cities We Love

How (and Where) to Get off the Beaten Path in Bangkok

Head to these under-the-radar neighborhoods in the Thai capital (before everyone else does).

August 2, 2017 08:57 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Art + Architecture

There Are Giants Hidden in the Woods of Copenhagen

Leave it to the Danish to make an eco-friendly art project this whimsical.

May 12, 2017 07:27 PM

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Matt Villano

River Cruises

How to Take a Grand Tour of Southeast Asia—by Boat

For the ultimate grand tour of Southeast Asia, sail down this iconic waterway on one of a growing number of boutique river cruises.

December 2, 2015 02:43 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

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

Cities We Love

Yes, You Can Take Your Teen (and Tween) to Tokyo

You might go for the temples. They’ll go for the video games, giant toy stores, and bizarre candy.

July 27, 2017 12:03 PM

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Lora Shinn

The Future of Travel

Don’t Stop Traveling: How Tour Operators Are Combating Overtourism

Overtourism is becoming a serious problem around the world. Here’s how outfitters are working to be part of the solution.

March 23, 2018 08:29 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Safari

These 8 Safari Lodges Have the Most Incredible Pools

Relax—with a gin and tonic in hand—in these refreshing pools after a hot, exciting day of spotting game and predators.

March 19, 2018 01:35 PM

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Jane Broughton

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Book Flights to Hawai‘i Using Airline Miles and Credit Card Points

Haven’t used your airline miles this year so far? Here’s why a trip to Hawai‘i might be the best way to take advantage of them.

October 27, 2020 05:18 PM

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Eric Rosen

Air Travel News

11 Things You Didn’t Know about Flying

Does the age of the airplane matter? Why are there still ashtrays on planes?

January 21, 2016 02:39 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

History + Culture

D.C. Welcomes the New African American Culture Museum

The much-anticipated National Museum of African American History & Culture opens this week in Washington, D.C.

September 19, 2016 03:53 PM

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Matt Villano

Air Travel News

A Guide to Flying Around the World at Every Budget

The trip of a lifetime could cost a fortune—but it doesn’t have to.

June 20, 2017 12:22 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Restaurants + Cafés

Why Frankfurt’s Food Scene Is Worth Seeking Out

AFAR chose a destination at random and—with 24 hours’ notice—sent celebrated food writer Ruth Reichl to a German city not exactly known for its cuisine.

April 18, 2016 07:32 PM

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Ruth Reichl

Expedition Cruises

A Trip to Greenland Will Make You Feel Small—and That’s a Good Thing

On an expedition cruise to the ruggedly beautiful Arctic, one traveler discovers her inner outdoor adventurer.

September 27, 2017 09:46 AM

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Colu Henry

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

Destination Spotlight

5 Places to Visit in Nicaragua

One traveler shares her highlights from the Central American country.

February 3, 2016 07:38 PM

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Anna Mazurek

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