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Books

7 UNESCO Cities of Literature Every Bookworm Should Visit

Make the most of your readerly passions at these global cities recognized for their vibrant literary communities.

November 27, 2023 11:06 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Art + Architecture

10 Exciting Art Exhibitions in the United States to See This Spring

With impressive shows featuring glasswork and surrealist art, these are American museums worth traveling to in 2019.

January 31, 2019 01:53 PM

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Allison C. Meier

Numerous rows of empty, dark blue airplane seats in a 3x3 configuration with overhead bins open above

Air Travel News

Airplane Seat Sizes, Quick Refunds, Flight Safety: These New Air Travel Rules Have Been Signed Into Law

The newly passed Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) bill includes several measures to protect air travelers. Here’s what you need to know.

May 24, 2024 02:50 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Outdoor Adventure

Ireland Is a Stargazer’s Dream Destination—Here’s Where to Admire the Night Sky

Look up.

August 6, 2024 02:32 PM

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Yvonne Gordon

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Compression Socks You Should Never Travel Without

Yes, you should be wearing compression socks when you travel. These are the most stylish and comfortable pairs.

January 26, 2023 01:07 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

AFAR Travelers’ Awards

The World’s Best Trips and Destinations: AFAR Travelers’ Awards 2019

Where are you dreaming of going next year? AFAR readers cast more than 100,000 votes to weigh in on their favorite global destinations and the best companies to take them.

January 23, 2019 10:20 AM

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Sara Button

Tips + News

Turkey Converts Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia Museum Back Into a Mosque

The 6th-century cathedral became a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of the city in 1453, but has been a museum since 1934, drawing 3.7 million tourists last year.

July 10, 2020 04:34 PM

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Suzan Fraser

Air Travel News

Could There Be Less Turbulence in Our Flying Future?

For the first time, airlines plan to share more accurate turbulence data with the goal of making flying smoother and safer.

September 5, 2019 07:14 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cities We Love

I Was a Tour Guide in Venice—Here’s Why Winter Is Hands-Down the Best Time to Visit

Venice in the off season is its most cinematic.

October 14, 2024 05:30 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Howth Beacon a seaside cliff outside of Dublin, Ireland

Books

10 Essential Books to Read Before You Go to Ireland

From Yeats poems to a once-banned novel, these books by Irish writers are must-reads if you’re planning an Ireland adventure.

November 30, 2023 09:50 AM

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Pat Tompkins

Restaurants + Cafés

Cheese Tea: The Bizarre Drink to Order Next Time You’re in Shanghai (or San Antonio)

The odd combo works much better than it sounds, and there’s a load of flavors to discover.

August 31, 2018 02:52 PM

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Kat Odell

Blurred people walking in front of the departure board at Frankfurt Airport

The airline said 134,000 passengers will be affected by a ground staff strike and that cancellations could continue later in the week.

July 26, 2022 04:00 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Air Travel News

Which U.S. Airlines Are Still Blocking Middle Seats?

Delta is the last airline still offering empty middle seats—but not for much longer.

March 31, 2021 07:35 PM

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Michelle Baran

Picturesque colorful mediterranean shoreline in Girona. Salguer cove. Catalonia, Spain

Off The Tourist Trail

How to Take a Crowd-Free Trip to Spain

If you leave Barcelona behind and head to lesser-known villages and islands, it’s easy to avoid the masses.

June 4, 2025 02:17 PM

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Jessica Benavides Canepa

Packing Tips + Gear

From Bags to Binoculars: Essential Gear for Better Birding

Before you set out to spot a green-breasted mango or an ivory-billed woodpecker, you need the right equipment.

May 22, 2019 10:41 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

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