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Travel Tips + Etiquette

Cape Town Is in a Massive Drought—Here’s Why You Should Still Visit

The South African city is in a water crisis, but it still needs your tourism. Here’s what to know before you go.

March 20, 2018 05:34 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Cities We Love

How to Pretend You’re in New Orleans at Home

During quarantine, use this itinerary with tips from locals to recreate the best parts of a day in New Orleans from the safety and comfort of your own home.

May 7, 2020 03:12 PM

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Ann Shields

History + Culture

Race in a Legit Dragon Boat in Hong Kong

To mark the 40th anniversary of Hong Kong’s iconic Dragon Boat Festival, The Peninsula has created a one-of-a-kind insider’s experience for hotel guests.

May 26, 2016 02:15 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Beaches

5 Ways to Explore the Western Side of Hawaii’s Big Island

Relaxing on the beach is just one way to do a Hawaii vacation.

May 5, 2016 05:06 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Outdoor Adventure

How to See the Hidden Sides of Alaska

There’s way more to the state than Juneau.

May 18, 2016 02:22 PM

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Sherry Ott

South Africa

Overview

July 14, 2021 02:17 PM

Restaurants + Cafés

Alton Brown on the Trip That Changed His Life

AFAR sent food expert and television personality Alton Brown to a destination he’d never visited with just 24 hours’ notice—here’s what transpired.

June 2, 2017 07:18 PM

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Sarah Buder

Restaurants + Cafés

Where to Find the Best Pizza in Miami

In Coconut Grove, Neapolitan pies from Harry’s dominate the pizza scene.

April 17, 2017 12:07 PM

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Evan S. Benn

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The Secret of Valle de Guadalupe’s Wine (R)evolution

It’s not just the great wines and boutique hotels—Mexico’s buzziest wine region has soul

April 26, 2016 02:01 PM

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Jackie Bryant

Tips + News

Yes, You Can Have a Ping-Pong Party with the Pope

It comes at a steep price—but some of that money will be donated to charity.

July 29, 2016 06:58 PM

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Matt Villano

Packing Tips + Gear

How to Turn a Less-Than-Luxury Hotel Room Into a Sweet Suite

With a little smart accessorizing, you can make even the lowliest hotel room cozier, quieter, and more connected.

January 17, 2018 05:26 PM

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David K. Gibson

Weekend Getaways

The Sweetest Small Towns in the U.S. to Visit During Spring

Here, we’ve suggested seven super-sweet small U.S. towns with tulip festivals, pottery trails, and more.

March 11, 2020 05:42 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Art + Architecture

6 U.S. Cities With Powerful Murals That Show the Fight for Justice Never Stops

A visit to any of these bold works of art, emblazoned on city walls across the country, is a reminder of the urgency of our many different battles for equal rights, both past and present.

April 17, 2019 07:29 PM

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Maya Kroth

Where to Travel Next

Get to Know Jordan’s Luxurious Side

Immerse yourself in the culture and epic scenery of Jordan with these luxurious experiences that take you from dawn past dusk.

September 7, 2017 11:39 AM

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Visit Jordan

Bars + Nightlife

Basque Country Off the Beaten Path: How to Eat & Drink like a Local

Take a cooking class in San Sebastian, hop between wine bars in a seaside coastal village, or taste Rioja’s luscious red wines from the source.

November 25, 2015 07:05 PM

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Jessica Colley Clarke

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