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Get to Know Scottsdale Through its Locals

After an adventure-packed week, AFAR Ambassador Ryan Neal Cordwell reflects on the fascinating characters he encountered who’ve made their mark on this thriving desert city.

October 17, 2017 05:53 PM

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Experience Scottsdale

Winter Sports

4 Mountains Where You Can Spring Ski Till April

Thanks to El Niño storms, snow sport season has an extended life this year

March 11, 2016 05:45 PM

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Alex Pasquariello

Expedition Cruises

17 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Going on a Galápagos Cruise

From tips on when to go to exactly how much sunscreen you’ll need to pack—here’s what you need to know before taking an expedition cruise to the Galápagos Islands.

August 5, 2019 05:18 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Restaurants + Cafés

Hot Korean Street Foods to Warm Your Cold, Cold Seoul

A guide to comfort foods from street vendors for cold days exploring Seoul

February 12, 2018 08:44 PM

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Lara Dalinsky

Hotels

6 Reasons We Love Australia’s Quirky QT Brand

Here’s what you need to know about one of the coolest brands Down Under.

November 16, 2016 06:47 PM

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Ann Abel

Air Travel News

The Most Mysterious Airline Fare Class, Explained

Who’s booking these full-fare, flexible economy tickets—and should you ever book one?

August 10, 2017 01:26 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

History + Culture

What to Know if You’re in Bali on the Annual Day of Silence

During Nyepi, the Hindu holiday honoring the new year, stillness and quiet sweep the island. Here’s what it’s like—and what to know if it’s happening when you’re visiting.

March 7, 2019 03:38 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Puerto Rico

Overview

April 19, 2021 01:04 PM

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Chelsea Harms-Tuohy

Water Sports

How I Embraced My Inner Mermaid in Fiji

When a skeptical swimmer takes the plunge in Fiji, she discovers a whole world she had been missing—underwater.

February 8, 2018 01:30 PM

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Danielle Walsh

Cities We Love

How to See the Real Side of London’s Most Sophisticated Neighborhood

Nick English, cofounder of British watch company Bremont, shares his favorite spots in Mayfair, London’s haven of sophistication.

September 30, 2015 02:56 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Restaurants + Cafés

Ditch the Dining Hall: U.S. College Towns With A+ Restaurants

Move over fried cheese sticks, bottled Ranch dressing, and overcooked cafeteria burgers: In these nine cities, destination-worthy cuisine is just as important as academic excellence.

August 31, 2018 08:21 PM

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Kim Westerman

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Do Travelers Really Need Emergency Medical Insurance?

Illness or injury on vacation in a foreign country can be financially ruinous at best and life-threatening at worst.

December 6, 2017 05:29 PM

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David K. Gibson

Air Travel News

Must-Read: Branson’s Good-Bye Letter to Virgin America

Sir Richard Branson’s eulogy for the beloved airline is full of heart—and a few surprising references.

March 24, 2017 01:01 PM

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Matt Villano

Road Trips

What Makes West Sweden a Great Road Trip Destination?

A global traveler shares highlights from her family’s drive along West Sweden’s coast and into the beautiful countryside, made possible by the Volvo Overseas Delivery program.

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