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Although St. Lucia is less than 250 square miles, it has plenty of places to relax.

Beaches

St. Lucia is a Year-Round Vacation Spot—A Local Reveals 4 of Its Best Beaches

Some of the country’s best stretches of sand, according to acclaimed athlete and St. Lucia local Julien Alfred.

December 26, 2024 09:00 AM

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Mariette Williams

Outdoor Adventure

Discover California’s Venerable Giant Trees—Without the Crowds

When crowds are small, these titans of Mother Nature loom larger.

May 26, 2022 04:15 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Packing Tips + Gear

16 Memorial Day Sales Travelers Shouldn’t Miss

Get up to 75 percent off some of our favorite travel gear before your summer getaways.

May 26, 2022 04:05 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Loyalty + Rewards

Citi’s New Low-Fee Credit Card Offers Big Travel Benefits and Welcome Bonus

The versatile, benefit-rich Citi Strata Premier Card is an evolved version of the popular Citi Premier Card.

May 31, 2024 10:07 AM

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Paul Rubio

Large flat rocks at shore of Sarakiniko beach on island of Milos

Off The Tourist Trail

How to Get off the Tourist Trail in Greece

Neighborhood-hop in Athens in the off-season, swap party isle Mykonos for stately Syros, and chow down at old-school fish tavernas in Zakynthos.

May 30, 2024 02:52 PM

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Helen Iatrou

Islands

9 Grounding Reasons to Make The Islands of Tahiti Your Next Destination

From tattoo culture and flowers to dance and farm-to-table dining, it’s easy to follow your bliss for a life-affirming trip that makes you feel treasured in The Islands of Tahiti.

Sponsored by Tahiti Tourisme

Art + Culture

Essential Movies Set in New York City to Stream Right Now

Wishing you could get a taste of the Big Apple? Watching these movies about NYC can take you there, if only on screen.

April 17, 2020 12:53 PM

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Staff

Minnewaska Park in New York, cliffs and water

Weekend Getaways

10 Weekend Getaways From NYC for Lobster Rolls, Contemporary Art, and Fall Foliage

Getting out of the city is a breath of fresh air; here’s where to go by train, bus, or car.

October 2, 2025 02:20 AM

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Sarah Buder

Where to Travel Next

Heading to Jordan? Skip the Bubble Tent and Stay Here Instead.

A Bedouin camp is a great option if you’re looking for a true desert experience.

October 3, 2022 01:01 PM

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Yulia Denisyuk

Outdoor Adventure

One of Our Favorite Travel Gear Companies Is Now Stocking Our Pantries

An in-depth review of Patagonia Provisions.

February 5, 2021 12:14 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Tips + News

This Earth-Friendly Exhibit Is Made for Your Instagram

Artists tackle climate change, overfishing, and other serious issues at a new art exhibition.

September 13, 2019 03:48 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

A New Generation of Craft Brewers Rises in the Middle East

After overcoming a slew of obstacles and red tape, brewers in Lebanon, Palestine, and Jordan have crafted a vibrant local beer scene.

January 10, 2022 03:59 PM

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Marianne Dhenin

AFAR Advisor

How Travel Advisors Help You Travel Deeper

How do you strengthen empathy on a trip? Try a travel advisor.

February 20, 2020 06:43 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Books

The Surprising Book Genre That Could Inspire Your Next Trip

Using settings as characters, the best mysteries can offer a vivid introduction to a city or country. These stories will get you started on your next adventure.

May 21, 2024 06:11 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Founder’s Note

An Act of Kindness Turned Me Into a Traveler

AFAR co-founder Greg Sullivan reflects on an experience that transformed the way he approached travel.

January 20, 2020 10:17 AM

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Greg Sullivan

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