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History + Culture

Can a Hiking Trail in the Balkans Lead to Peace?

One traveler hikes through the haunted beauty of the Balkans to see if a trail can heal the wounds of war.

February 11, 2016 06:05 PM

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David Farley

A skier in black pants and a grey t-shirt flying down the slopes, with pine trees in the background

Winter Sports

6 U.S. Resorts With Great Spring Skiing

Beyond late-season skiing and snowboarding, these mountains go all out with music, festivals, and competitions.

February 28, 2025 02:32 AM

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Anna Fiorentino

Cities We Love

In Berlin, Everybody’s Willkommen!

Thanks to a wave of immigrants—and open-armed locals—the German capital just might be the most dynamic city in Europe right now.

January 28, 2020 06:44 PM

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Emma John

Longreads

Who Gets to Decide What Names Go on Digital Maps?

Recent headlines have drawn attention to naming conventions and mapping technology. But maps have always been political, experts say.

June 25, 2025 10:01 AM

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Sonya Bennett-Brandt

Islands

Why This Destination Is the Caribbean’s Ultimate Island Hopping Paradise

Filled with thrilling outdoor activities, iconic beach bars, dreamy resorts, and stunning parks, the British Virgin Islands promises spectacular boating—and adventure.

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Tips + News

Venice Is Charging a New Tax for Day-Trippers

Anyone who isn’t spending the night in the Italian city will have to pay a few extra euros to visit.

February 27, 2019 08:15 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Sunrise in Stockholm, when (most) of the previous evening’s festivities have ended.<br/>

Where to Go in Summer

In Stockholm, the Secret to Summer Fun Is in the Forest

Outdoor dance parties took off during summer 2020, when clubs closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic—and they haven’t stopped since.

July 22, 2022 02:49 PM

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Steve Knopper

Here's everything you need to know about protecting yourself from COVID on your next cruise.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

5 Things I Wish I’d Known Before I Caught COVID on a Cruise

Many countries are dropping COVID entry requirements and ships are sailing in full force once again. COVID-19, however, still lingers in the air—literally.

October 5, 2022 09:24 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Road Trips

Highway 1 Is Now Open Again on California’s Big Sur Coast

You can take a classic Big Sur road trip once again now that a section of Highway 1 is open. AFAR joined 80 other cars for the ride.

July 18, 2018 01:48 PM

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Tim Chester

Monk in courtyard of a dzong fortress that is nestled in the Himalayan Mountains

Bhutan

Overview

July 21, 2025 03:34 PM

Travel Vanguard

Vanguard 2017: Beks Ndlovu, Founder of African Bush Camps

The boundary-breaking founder of an up-and-coming safari lodge company brings travelers closer to the natural beauty of his homeland.

September 27, 2017 08:00 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Hiking + Cycling

Why Do People Climb Mount Everest? These Riveting Stories Explain the Fascination

These 6 essential reads explore the reasons behind summiting the world’s highest mountain.

May 28, 2019 07:52 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hotels

These Are 10 of the Most Haunted Hotels in America

With their eerie histories and ghoulish charm, these hotels promise to give guests both thrills and chills.

October 10, 2022 08:30 PM

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Bailey Berg

What Travelers Need to Know About the Ongoing Paris Riots

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