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Alone, No Phone, in the Woods on Election Night

Also: No laptop. No TV. No news. I felt at peace.

November 19, 2020 12:27 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Tips + News

Airbnb Wants to Pay for You to Take a Research Sabbatical in Antarctica

Five lucky people will get to live and work alongside scientists on an all-expenses-paid sabbatical in Antarctica.

September 24, 2019 12:01 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The Influencer: Rachel Khong, Author

Where to go in San Francisco and Sonoma County, according to author Rachel Khong.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

Air Travel News

German Low-Cost Carrier Condor Offers Europe Flights From $265

Another bargain transatlantic airline is rapidly expanding its U.S. service, offering more affordable alternatives to this year’s sky-high Europe airfares.

May 31, 2022 05:24 PM

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Michelle Baran

A castle in the north of france on a sunny day, with blue sky, grass, trees and yellow flowers in bloom.

If you’ve never heard of this small town in the northern tip of France, you’re probably not alone.

July 12, 2023 04:28 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Volcano covered by a cloud in the daytime

Beaches

The Best Time to Visit Costa Rica

With so many things to do in Costa Rica, here’s what you need to know about when to visit.

December 14, 2023 11:08 AM

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Erin Van Rheenen

Food + Drink

Savor Asia like a Local with these Can’t-Miss Food Tours

Explore Asia’s markets, restaurants, and ingredients in a whole new way—with a food expert.

July 22, 2019 02:41 PM

The Future of Travel

Sustainable Travel Is the Future

AFAR’s editor in chief shares a vision of travel reimagined.

May 26, 2020 05:28 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

Family Travel

Dragons, Lions, and Harry Potter: Your Perfect Family Adventure Awaits

Your clan is sure to stay engaged when you take one of these expert-led day tours.

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Family Travel

This Travel Car Seat Is Completely Worth the Splurge

AFAR parents, tired of schlepping giant car seats on trips, say the compact WAYB Pico travel car seat is a game changer.

July 21, 2021 12:53 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tales

For the Tuned-In Traveler, a Feast for the Ears Awaits in Jordan

When you take the time to listen, the country speaks through the buzz of bees, the hubbub of the market, the desert wind.

October 11, 2019 06:47 PM

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Ryan Knighton

Art + Culture

Broadway Will Require Vaccinations and Masks to Attend Shows

Audience members will have to wear face coverings and show proof they are fully vaccinated when they enter the theaters.

July 30, 2021 04:00 PM

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Mark Kennedy

beach with palm trees and ocean in the Dominican Republic

Air Travel News

Delta Is Adding Mexico, Costa Rica, and Caribbean Flights from These U.S. Hubs

The airline will be increasing the number of daily flights to popular tropical getaways during the busy winter holiday travel season.

March 22, 2023 03:44 PM

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Bailey Berg

A random smattering of roller bags on a baggage claim carousel

Air Travel News

Checking Your Bags Will Now Cost More if You Fly With These U.S. Airlines

U.S. airlines earned more than $5.5 billion in 2023 in baggage fees alone. Apparently that wasn’t enough.

February 23, 2024 03:53 PM

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Chris Dong

Air Travel News

What It’s Like to Take an International Flight During COVID-19

What is it like to board a plane during the pandemic, and to fly for hours at a time? One writer shares her international flight experience from the United States to East Africa.

September 21, 2020 12:46 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

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