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Books
28 Independent Bookstores in the U.S. You Should Visit
From a shipping container in Portland, Maine, to the world’s largest indie bookstore in Portland, Oregon, these are Afar staffers’ favorite bookshops.
November 19, 2025 03:21 AM
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Aislyn Greene
Outdoor Adventure
The Most Exciting Outdoor Adventures in the Sonoran Desert
From hiking and mountain biking to hot air balloon rides and rafting trips, here are the most-thrilling ways to get outside in the Greater Phoenix area.
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Visit Phoenix
Camping
Camping During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Is it Safe?
Parks and campgrounds across the country have begun to reopen, but the CDC is still telling us to stay home as much as possible, leaving many wondering if it’s actually safe or responsible to camp during the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 27, 2020 08:35 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Bars + Nightlife
11 of Our Favorite Rooftop Bars in the U.S.
Find an elevated bar that suits your style, whether you’re craving margaritas in San Francisco or Greek Island vibes in New York City.
August 19, 2020 02:55 PM
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Dana Brindle
History + Culture
How to See Colorado Through an Author’s Eyes
Dig into Jack Kerouac’s or Stephen King’s Colorado
July 12, 2016 06:45 PM
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Julie Vick
Books
Around the World in 80 Books
The idea for this project started in 1872—well, sort of.
April 24, 2024 10:00 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
Travel for Good
Women to Watch in 2020
Deep-sea mappers. Activists. Record-setting climbers, podcasters, and polar explorers. All are changing the world—and the ways we think about travel.
March 2, 2020 09:23 AM
Hotels
16 Airbnbs in Joshua Tree to Book for a Desert Retreat
You’ll want to add these Joshua Tree Airbnbs—with futuristic architecture, firepits, and unparalleled stargazing opportunities—to your wish list.
October 9, 2023 08:54 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Road Trips
The Best Road Trips in the Midwest
These 12 road trips across the American Midwest highlight the region’s best drives, from Ohio’s Lake Erie coast to Wisconsin’s Driftless Area and Nebraska’s wide-open plains.
March 18, 2026 09:11 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
Spring 2022
Birding Around the World: A Beginner’s Guide
All around the world, bird tours and trips are taking flight. Inside, your go-to guide on how to bird, where to bird, and what gear to buy.
May 3, 2022 08:25 PM
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Svati Kirsten Narula
Packing Tips + Gear
The 11 Best Water Bottles, According to Frequent Travelers
With features ranging from built-in filtration to enviable good looks, these reusable water bottles make it easy to ditch single-use plastic water bottles and stay hydrated when you’re on the go.
March 28, 2024 10:26 AM
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Kelly Bastone
Loyalty + Rewards
Why You Should Join an Airport Loyalty Program
Find space in your wallet for one more rewards card and you could claim free Wi-Fi, dining discounts, and more.
November 15, 2017 04:48 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Family Travel Gear, According to Well-Traveled Parents
AFAR’s parents (and their kids) tested strollers, diaper bags, and even toys on road trips and overnight flights to find the best family travel gear worth the investment.
August 10, 2023 04:55 PM
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Michelle Baran
COVID + Travel
What Kids’ COVID Vaccines Mean for Family Travel
After holding back on more ambitious travel plans for nearly two years, families with kids newly eligible for a COVID vaccine are now planning—and booking—big trips for the holidays and beyond.
November 4, 2021 07:21 PM
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Michelle Baran
Hiking + Cycling
Iconic Southwestern Hiking Spot May Soon Open to More Visitors
The Bureau of Land Management is considering increasing daily visitor limits from 20 people to 96 people per day at The Wave, a popular rock formation near the Utah-Arizona border.
May 13, 2019 03:24 PM
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Morgan Smith
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