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Understanding the Sky

Beauty Safari: Behind the Lens with Photographer Jessica Antola

Wandering Chef: Chris Shepherd in Puerto Rico

Wandering Chef: Lee Richardson in Napa Valley

A writer travels to the Horn of Africa to find the source of a global obsession.

With just 24 hours’ notice, AFAR sent the award-winning author to Andorra, a tiny country with seriously massive mountains. Here’s what happened when she arrived and was told by locals that it’d be dangerous for her to hike.

All ages will enjoy these activities.

Born from improvisation, this ever-popular stew has survived a complicated history.

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Jonathan Gold on a spontaneous journey to Prague with just 24 hours’ notice.

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent Rolf Potts on a spontaneous journey to Russia.

For cross-country skiers, one winter destination rises above the rest: humble Hayward, Wisconsin, where, for a glorious weekend, their obscure sport is king.

A Spontaneous Trip to Cuba

Tourist-Free Thailand

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Eric Weiner on a spontaneous journey to Liechtenstein.

In Scotland, a writer disconnects from civilization and discovers something much more. . . civilized.