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Hiking + Cycling

Why Chiang Mai Is So Much More Than a Backpacker’s Destination

On a last-minute trip, a traveler ponders what would have happened had he taken another path.

January 28, 2020 05:49 PM

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Joe Mungo Reed

Cruise

U.S. Cruises Can Resume in Mid-July—if Most Onboard Are Vaccinated

The CDC’s latest guidance is forcing cruise lines to make some difficult decisions regarding their vaccination policy for passengers, including what to do about unvaccinated children.

May 5, 2021 06:19 PM

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Fran Golden

Travel Tips + Etiquette

10 Funny Travel Quotes to Live by in 2020

As these well-traveled writers know, it’s essential to pack your sense of humor when taking a trip.

December 6, 2019 03:54 PM

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Pat Tompkins

The Boulder flatirons, a group of sandstone rock formations, at sunset

Outdoor Adventure

7 Great Things to Do in Boulder, Colorado

From hiking to see the Flatirons to catching a show at the Velvet Elk Lounge, here are some of the best things to do in Boulder, Colorado.

October 28, 2022 04:02 PM

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Bailey Berg

The exterior of Château du Sureau at dusk

Stay Here Next

This Beloved Hotel Near Yosemite Is Now an Exciting Dining Destination

With the appointment of a celebrated new chef, Château du Sureau is offering your next great meal.

October 11, 2023 07:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Hotel Credit Cards for Avid Travelers

Earning thousands of bonus points, annual free nights, and automatic elite status are just the beginning.

August 16, 2021 04:47 PM

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Eric Rosen

Food + Drink

Top 5 Street Foods to Try in Mexico (Besides Tacos)

Handheld delights made of masa, mole, and other local staples offer a world of Mexican eats.

April 3, 2023 11:52 PM

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Meagan Drillinger

Epic Trips

Meet the Storyteller: Abbas Mousa

Abbas Mousa of The Moth, who attended the AFAR Travel Tales event in New York this August, shares thoughts on travel and why podcasts have soared in popularity.

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History + Culture

A Walking Tour of Budapest’s Jewish Quarter

From hushed synagogues to rollicking “ruin bars,” follow history’s path through this fascinating Budapest neighborhood.

July 9, 2019 10:52 AM

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John Newton

Where to Travel Next

Where Do Europeans Vacation? Some Advice From Travelers Who Take Trips Seriously.

Our transatlantic friends can offer some pointers for better ways to vacation.

April 14, 2022 12:46 PM

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Lottie Gross

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How You Can Travel Responsibly During the Coronavirus Outbreak

It’s a personal decision, but we can keep you informed with a supply of intel—and hope.

March 4, 2020 06:03 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

The silhouette of a visitor in front of purple, illustrated projections at ARTECHOUSE in Washington, D.C.

Museums + Galleries

7 Music-Themed Museums to Visit in Washington D.C.

Experience the rich musical heritage of the U.S. with a tour of these music collections and archives.

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Expedition Cruises

The Ultimate Guide to Polar Cruising

Should you go to the Arctic or Antarctica, and with Lindblad Expeditions or Hurtigruten? What are the polar packing essentials? We break it all down for you.

May 6, 2019 07:36 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Tips + News

Egyptian Archeologists Uncover 30 Ancient Coffins With Mummies Intact

The largest discovery of its kind in more than a century will go on display to the public when the Grand Egyptian Museum opens in 2020.

October 25, 2019 12:22 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Houses along Seventh Lake in the Adirondacks, New York

Astrotourism

Where to Camp for the Total Solar Eclipse

Stake a claim to these viewing spots in the USA.

January 18, 2024 12:42 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

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