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Beyond the Safari in Africa’s Other National Parks

Lions, elephants, and zebras are great, but you don’t have to go on safari to fall in love with these less-visited parklands in countries across the continent.

November 8, 2018 07:22 PM

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Will McGough

Festivals + Events

Edition Hotels Gets Serious About Going Plastic-Free

With a bold new industry initiative and a partnership with an innovative bottled water company, Ian Schrager’s stylish hotel collection is doing Earth Day right.

April 19, 2018 12:27 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Tips + News

These Travel Companies Will Help You Aid in California’s Wildfire Relief Efforts

United MileagePlus members can earn up to 1,000 bonus award miles for contributing to relief organizations, and Airbnb is connecting those displaced by the fires with free housing.

November 14, 2018 05:02 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hotels

Think Inside the Box: The Coolest Revamped Shipping Container Hotels

These eco-chic hotels, hostels, and pop-ups mix modern design, tiny house living, and a sustainable ethos.

November 20, 2018 07:38 PM

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Mandy Ellis

Festivals + Events

The Digital Detox Retreat Every Free-Spirited Traveler Needs to Hit

Get ready to disconnect from your device and reconnect to nature at this innovative festival.

February 9, 2018 08:03 PM

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Andrew Richdale

Epic Trips

10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Traveling to Borneo

From what to expect on your wildlife excursions to the one thing you shouldn’t leave home without—here’s what you need to know before going to the jungles of Borneo.

August 15, 2019 06:35 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Natural Wonders

Iceland Canyon Is Now Closed to Visitors After Viral Music Video

Over 1 million people have visited the area since Justin Bieber released a music video filmed there in 2015, leaving deep scars on its vegetation.

May 20, 2019 06:29 PM

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Egill Bjarnason

Festivals + Events

Woodstock 50 Might Not Be Canceled After All. Here’s What You Need to Know

Even though they found a new financial partner, the festival’s organizers still need to check a few more boxes before tickets can go on sale.

May 20, 2019 03:02 PM

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Sarah Buder

Hotels We Love

24 Wellness Resorts and Hotels You Should Book Right Now

These are the 24 hotels we recommend most for wellness.

January 31, 2025 01:00 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Cities We Love

Escape a City Without Leaving It in 14 Innovative Urban Parks

Slip into a secret garden. Climb to a rooftop oasis. Stroll an elevated park. To get a fresh angle on a city, take a walk on its green side.

July 31, 2018 01:28 PM

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Miranda Smith

Packing Tips + Gear

Uber Is Trying to Fix Its Most Annoying Problem

Newly launched features attempt to make it simpler for the app’s users to reserve—and locate—their rideshares.

July 16, 2018 09:25 AM

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Sarah Buder

Other

Get to Know Scottsdale Through its Locals

After an adventure-packed week, AFAR Ambassador Ryan Neal Cordwell reflects on the fascinating characters he encountered who’ve made their mark on this thriving desert city.

October 17, 2017 05:53 PM

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Experience Scottsdale

Destination Spotlight

Into the Heart of the Lowcountry

Commune with nature at Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina, an unspoiled coastal escape.

July 11, 2017 07:17 PM

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Palmetto Bluff

Air Travel News

JetBlue Performs Seat Comfort Magic With Newly Redesigned Airbus

A first look at the airline’s new Airbus A320 interiors reveals that despite squeezing more passengers into the same amount of space, the seats actually feel roomy.

May 14, 2019 04:44 PM

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Andrew Sessa

U.S. Beaches

The Beach That Makes Me Appreciate Hawai‘i

A former Honolulu resident reflects on the complicated realities of living in paradise.

May 5, 2020 03:23 PM

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Nicole Antonio

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