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Tickets to Japan’s Upcoming Studio Ghibli Theme Park Go on Sale This August

Slated to open November 1, Ghibli Park will be located just outside of Nagoya.

May 17, 2022 03:12 PM

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Portrait Found in Gallery’s Walls Verified as Missing Klimt

The discovery of Klimt’s “Portrait of a Lady,” stolen from an Italian gallery in 1997, solves one of the art world’s enduring mysteries.

January 21, 2020 12:53 PM

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Charlene Pele

Hotels

10 Airbnbs We’re Bumping to the Top of Our Wish Lists

Airbnb just revealed its 51 most wish-listed rentals in each state (and D.C.). These are the ones AFAR staffers are pining over.

January 11, 2021 09:06 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

The World Opens Its Kitchens to Displaced Chefs for the Refugee Food Festival

San Francisco is joining the roster of cities participating in this annual United Nations-supported project, which offers refugee chefs a place to prepare their signature dishes.

June 6, 2018 04:02 PM

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Flora Tsapovsky

International Beaches

Beautiful Beaches in the Caribbean for a Getaway Without the Crowds

Powdery white sand? Check. Crystal-clear waters? When it comes to beaches, the Caribbean has it on lock.

October 30, 2024 01:22 PM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Anantara Lowana Koh Samui Resort’s Singing Bird Lounge, an outdoor lounge space dotted with thatched roof cabanas

The hit HBO series’ third season has scenes shot in Koh Samui and Bangkok. Here’s an in-depth look at the Thailand resorts and destinations featured.

February 14, 2025 06:45 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

comfy armchairs at the Capital One Lounge at DFW Airport

Air Travel News

An Honest Guide to the Airport Lounges at Dallas Fort Worth International

DFW has 19 airport lounges and lounge alternatives. Here’s the scoop on how to allocate your time at the best—plus how to access them.

February 8, 2024 02:19 PM

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Paul Rubio

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Tokyo This Spring

If you like art, flowers, fireflies, or sumo wrestling, it’s Tokyo time.

April 2, 2019 03:19 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

Photo of Sunset Cliffs in San Diego, California

Air Travel News

Why Travel Is About to Get Much Cheaper

Yet another reason shoulder season is the best season.

August 15, 2022 04:44 PM

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Michelle Baran

Where to Travel Next

The Best (and Worst) Times to Hit the Road This July 4 Weekend

Between Wednesday, July 3, and Sunday, July 7, more than 41 million Americans plan on taking a road trip. Here’s how to avoid them.

June 27, 2019 05:42 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The Future of Travel

Japan’s “Flying Car” Gets Off Ground, With a Person Aboard

After a successful test flight, Japan’s SkyDrive Inc. hopes its “flying car” can be made into a real-life product by 2023.

August 31, 2020 03:10 PM

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Yuri Kageyama

Food + Drink

8 Ice Cream Shops That Will Deliver Treats to Your Doorstep

Can’t go to your favorite scoop shop right now? Here’s how to get some of America’s best ice cream delivered.

May 1, 2020 05:47 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

U.S. Beaches

Best Beaches Near Orlando

When you’re ready to press pause on the theme parks, these laid-back Florida beaches near Orlando make for an ideal day away.

August 22, 2019 07:55 PM

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Terry Ward

Air Travel News

It’s Now Even Easier (and Cheaper) to Get to Hawaii

With fares as low as $159 one-way, our winter travel plans just got a serious boost from Southwest Airlines’ major Hawaii expansion.

August 16, 2019 03:20 PM

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Michelle Baran

Tips + News

Airbnb Wants to Pay for You to Go to Culinary School in Italy With David Chang

To launch its new “Cooking Experiences” category, Airbnb is sending 100 home cooks to the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo, Italy, for a week next summer. Here’s how to apply.

November 25, 2019 08:27 AM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

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