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That Sand You Brought Back From Vacation? Totally Illegal

Although it might seem tempting to pack a vial of sand from your favorite beach, it can be against the law, and it harms the environment.

August 21, 2019 03:20 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Where to Travel Next

Float Through Summer at the Country’s Best Tubing Spots

Grab your tube or inflatable unicorn and float your way through summer on one of these laid-back rivers.

July 2, 2018 05:03 PM

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Shilo Urban

Food + Drink

How Puerto Rico’s Chefs Are Helping the Island Rebuild

After hurricanes Irma and Maria devastated the island, Puerto Rico is developing a new agricultural infrastructure that supports local farmers, and chefs are leading the charge.

August 1, 2018 01:49 PM

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Kathleen Squires

Photo Essays

AFAR Photo Awards 2019

We asked to see the world through your lens—and you showed us. Here are the winners and jurors’ picks of the 2019 AFAR Photo Awards presented by United MileagePlus.

July 31, 2019 10:36 AM

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Staff

A scoop of matcha ice cream at Fortunes in Tivoli, NY

Food + Drink

16 Ice Cream Shops in the U.S. With Seriously Unique Flavors

These ice cream shops are anything but vanilla.

June 25, 2026 04:26 PM

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Alina Polishuk

Tips + News

What Life Looks Like in Locked-Down Countries

Across the globe, countries are closing borders and asking citizens to stay home in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak. Here’s what people are doing to cope.

April 24, 2020 02:00 PM

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Terry Ward

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Among the Vines: A Wine Lover’s Tour of Burgundy

One writer spends three days exploring the best food and drink among France’s storied wine region.

February 23, 2022 04:30 PM

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Kristin Braswell

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

Tips + News

Belize Wants to Send You and Your Coworkers on a Free Trip

The country’s tourism board is trying to fight “PTO shaming” by letting you nominate your colleagues for a free trip if you win.

February 3, 2020 07:53 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Health + Wellness

Inside Sky Lagoon, Iceland’s New Geothermal Spa

At Sky Lagoon, which opened in spring 2021, Icelandic bathing traditions are honored in style.

February 14, 2022 03:31 PM

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Susan B. Barnes

Mother and child sitting on grass next to black backpack diaper bag from No Reception Club

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

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Traveling in Japan Has Changed—Here’s What to Expect

Beginning October 11, fully vaccinated independent travelers can enter Japan. A Tokyo-based writer shares what travelers should prepare for.

October 7, 2022 02:35 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

Different currencies from numerous countries and in many different colors all laid out and viewed from above

Travel Tips + Etiquette

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Exchanging Money Abroad

Here’s how to make sure you get the best currency conversion rate and aren’t overcharged for international transactions.

April 28, 2025 06:47 PM

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Bailey Berg

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Cities We Love

The Perfect Weekend Getaway in Portland, Oregon

From eating at new and exciting restaurants to hiking in parks filled with ancient trees and traditions, here’s how to spend a weekend in Rose City right now.

May 11, 2023 05:29 PM

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Jessie Beck

Islands

What Makes Oahu’s Turtle Bay So Next-Level, According to a Homegrown Surf Champ

From his surf school to turtles and rainbows, we caught up with world-class surfer Jamie O’Brien to find out why he calls the resort “planet Hawaii.”

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