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Family Travel

Leap of Faith: 1 Dad, 2 Teenagers, and a Last-Minute Trip to Oman

Pulitzer Prize–winning author Anthony Doerr watches his twin boys jump from cliffs as his preconceptions melt away.

April 1, 2019 03:02 PM

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Anthony Doerr

Festivals + Events

You Can Still Book an Eclipse Trip to Chile

There are just a few weeks until the next total solar eclipse, but last-minute chasers can still snag a spot on some incredible experiences.

May 6, 2019 07:09 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Travel for Good

How One Social Impact Company Wants to Change the Way You Travel

This company seeks to do good well.

September 6, 2017 03:34 PM

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Sara Button

Hotels

9 Hotels With Insider Access to Hard-to-Get Experiences

From a last-minute table at Noma to home-plate baseball tickets, these hotels use their connections to give guests incredible experiences.

April 2, 2018 07:37 PM

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Sandra Ramani

Hotels

Amsterdam’s Tiny Bridge Houses Are Now One-of-a-Kind Hotel Suites

Who needs a hotel lobby when the city—and its canals—are right on your doorstep?

July 11, 2018 06:47 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Culture

10 California Wineries That Pair Sips With Concerts

Is there a dreamier setting for a concert than amid vines and endless wine?

August 2, 2017 12:20 PM

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Tamara Palmer

Bars + Nightlife

7 Things You Didn’t Know about Absinthe

From spotting counterfeit hooch to knowing the right way to drink it, here’s the skinny on this mysterious green drink.

April 25, 2016 05:13 PM

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Andrew Evans

Loyalty + Rewards

Hidden Boarding Pass Perks You Probably Never Knew Existed

You can score free ski tickets, free wine tastings, discounted museum tickets, and more. Who knew?

October 25, 2018 06:01 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Destination Spotlight

6 Things That Will Surprise You About Antarctica

Unexpected lessons from a journey to the Frozen Continent

March 31, 2018 08:00 PM

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Adventure Travel Trade Association

Loyalty + Rewards

What to Know About the InterContinental Hotels Group Loyalty Program—and Which Hotels Are Right for You

With the recent acquisition of the spa-focused Six Senses brand, IHG is becoming even more of a luxury player. Here’s what you need to know about its rewards program.

February 25, 2019 12:04 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Hotels

The Restaurant That’s Helping Transform Massachusetts’ South Coast

Fall is one of the best times to visit this stunning part of the Bay State.

October 29, 2015 04:29 PM

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Leah Mennies

Winter Sports

4 Surprising Skiing Destinations

These spots may not be on your radar.

December 2, 2015 07:49 PM

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Abigail Barronian

Packing Tips + Gear

Roll Into Spring With Our Favorite Travel-Ready Wheels

From a feather-light folding bike to off-road roller skates, we’ve found five brilliant ways to celebrate the season.

January 26, 2018 05:25 PM

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David K. Gibson

Books

6 Lessons Pico Iyer Has Learned From Living in Japan

In his new book, the famed travel writer reflects on the details of daily life in his adopted home country and shares some of his insights with AFAR.

November 14, 2019 03:22 PM

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Anna Mazurek

Longreads

How an Unplugged Trip to Buenos Aires Turned Into an Epic Bar Crawl

Alone, techless, and unable to speak the language, one writer finds the best way to understand the city is to order a drink.

July 23, 2018 07:56 PM

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Mark Byrne

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