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Who Wears It Well? The Best in Après-Ski Outfits

The top après-ski style contenders come from Switzerland and Colorado, where the “little black dress” of ski comes into play.

December 21, 2020 06:37 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Four Hidden Gems in California's Iconic Central Coast

Destination Spotlight

4 Hidden Gems in California’s Iconic Central Coast

California’s Central Coast is an underrated corner of the state.

Sponsored by Visit California

Art + Architecture

Chihuly Returns to the Desert—and for the First Time at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Iconic Taliesin Home in Arizona

“Chihuly in the Desert” pairs the work of two American masters, Dale Chihuly and Frank Lloyd Wright, for the first time in a historic exhibit in two iconic locations in the Sonoran Desert.

December 13, 2021 06:48 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

A Deluxe Palace Garden View Room at the Aman Tokyo.

Hotels We Love

The Best Hotels in Tokyo to Book Now

There’s no shortage of amazing stays in Japan’s capital—and these 15 hotels are the city’s best.

June 15, 2023 09:09 AM

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Adam H. Graham

Destination Spotlight

To Italy, With Love

Touching on everything from tailor-made suits in Naples to ribbons of fresh pasta in Umbria, these stories will have you booking your next plane ticket.

May 14, 2020 09:22 AM

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Staff

Founder’s Note

To 10 Years of AFAR and Our Dedicated Readers

AFAR’s co-founder tips his hat to the talented individuals who make up our travel community.

December 13, 2018 01:20 PM

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Greg Sullivan

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

Where to Travel Next

This Ancient Trading Post in the United Arab Emirates Is an Essential Stop for Modern Visitors Too

A welcome change of pace from the UAE’s other cities, Al Ain is a relaxed mix of history, heritage, and culture.

January 5, 2023 06:09 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Holiday Travel

8 Places Around the U.S. to Go for Holiday Tea

Decked-out dining rooms, warm scones, and tons of tea to choose from will surely put you in the festive spirit.

November 12, 2018 05:52 PM

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Rachel Mabe

The Grand Staircase at Raffles London at The OWO features stone railings and a red carpet, and is illuminated by a large chandelier.

Stay Here Next

Winston Churchill’s Old War Office Is Now London’s Most Talked-About Luxury Hotel. Here’s a First-Person Review.

The new Raffles London at the OWO already feels like a grande dame.

December 4, 2023 09:00 AM

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Anya von Bremzen

Festivals + Events

There’s a Season for Everything in Bermuda

Sponsored by Bermuda Tourism Authority

The Future of Travel

Would You Spend Your Vacation in Silence?

With monastic simplicity or five-star extravagance, more travelers are discovering the wellness benefits of quietude.

December 7, 2017 05:25 PM

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Samantha Shankman

Cities We Love

Ask a Local: Charné Sampson’s Guide to Cape Town

The star chef—and Cape Town native—shares her favorite restaurants, art store, and stretch of beach in and around her hometown.

March 21, 2022 04:19 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Travel for Good

Voluntourism 101: How to Find a Reputable Wildlife Sanctuary in Africa

Want to make a positive impact on your next trip to Botswana or South Africa? Read on and learn how to vet voluntourism programs—and how to spot the fakes.

January 25, 2018 09:34 AM

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Adam Welz

AFAR Approved

Apple’s AirPods Pro Are a Game Changer for Travelers, and You Can Get Them for Over 30 Percent off Now

AirPods Pro come with noise cancellation and are marked down to $170 right now. But those aren’t the only reasons why we love them.

November 23, 2021 04:50 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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