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This Major Airline Is Weighing Passengers—Here’s Why

Air travelers are being asked to step on a scale. Could this become an increasingly common request before boarding a plane?

June 6, 2023 02:18 PM

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Michelle Baran

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

This Laid-Back Wine Region Is All About Pinot, Redwoods, and Apples

Rich reds, bright whites, and delicious plates: Why Anderson Valley, a hidden wine enclave two hours north of San Francisco, deserves a spot on your tour of Northern California.

April 19, 2019 06:33 PM

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Brooke Vaughan

Como Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos - Adult Pool and Beach Club

Hotels We Love

The 31 Best Luxury Resorts and Hotels in the Caribbean You Should Book Right Now

Timeless icons, next-gen retreats, and private island hideaways—this is the Caribbean at its finest.

March 3, 2026 10:04 AM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Train Travel

Get $50 Train Fares During Amtrak’s 50th Anniversary Sale

For its birthday, the national train system is marking fares down 50 percent.

April 28, 2021 05:47 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Nevada

Overview

July 22, 2024 03:10 PM

Three-story building with wraparound white galleries at the John Rutledge House Inn in Charleston

Hotels We Love

18 Hotels in Charleston for a Truly Local Stay

Gilded Age mansions, beachfront resorts, and stylish boutiques offer plenty of places to experience Southern hospitality in Charleston.

September 24, 2024 10:44 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

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

Books

8 Essential Books for Map Fans

These books feature hundreds of innovative and charming maps from the 1600s to the present day.

December 7, 2020 02:45 PM

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Tim Chester

A man looks up at a break between two rock cliffs, as though he's trying to decide whether or not to hike up.

COVID + Travel

How the Delta Variant Might Change Your Travel Plans

Should you change or cancel upcoming trips? How can travelers best protect themselves? Infectious disease and travel industry experts weigh in.

August 6, 2021 04:14 PM

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Michelle Baran

Tips + News

The U.S. Ban on Travel Now Includes Europe, the U.K., and Ireland—What You Need to Know

The temporary ban has been extended to the U.K. and Ireland, effective midnight March 16, but U.S. citizens and their families are exempt.

March 14, 2020 02:06 PM

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Michelle Baran

Outdoor Adventure

I Went Bird Watching in Colombia From My Couch and You Should Too

Try virtual bird watching now, and it could make you a better traveler the next time you hit the road.

April 17, 2020 04:16 PM

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Jeremy Saum

Loyalty + Rewards

10 Things You Should Do Every Time You Rent a Car

Tips and tricks to earn bonus rewards, save money, and insure your rental car on your next road trip.

August 2, 2021 02:19 PM

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Eric Rosen

I Just Flew New Low-Cost Airline Play to Iceland—This Is What It Was Like

Air Travel News

This Is What It’s Really Like to Fly Low-Cost Airline Play to Europe

Icelandic airline Play offers fares to Europe as low as $100 one-way. AFAR’s special air correspondent recently flew the airline to find out if there’s a catch.

October 31, 2023 06:00 PM

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Barbara Peterson

A small country road in Woodstock, Vermont

4 Days In

4 Days in Vermont: Sleigh Rides, Waterfall Snowshoeing, Après Ski Hangs, and Maple Doughnuts

Make your way up the state for a winter weekend of cozy towns and skiing Vermont’s best mountains.

December 16, 2025 12:27 PM

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Lauren Breedlove

History + Culture

How to Experience an Unexpected Side of Belize

On your next trip to the Central American country, get immersed in Garifuna culture.

January 24, 2020 05:56 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

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