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History + Culture

Egypt Rising

The message from the cradle of ancient civilization is: Go now, before the masses return.

December 5, 2018 07:37 PM
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Elaine Glusac
Solo Travel

Travel Tips From an Adventurer Who Walked 7,456 Miles Across Africa

Mario Rigby recently returned from a walk across Africa, traversing the continent from Capetown to Cairo. The journey took two years and three months. Here’s what he learned.

June 15, 2018 04:30 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Swim in a Swanky Hotel Pool (Without Being a Guest)

A new app grants you the privileges of staying at a swanky hotel for a daily fee.

January 12, 2017 12:21 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
Natural Wonders

What’s Actually Happening to the Great Barrier Reef?

A new expedition lets you make the decision for yourself.

January 16, 2018 05:25 PM
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Carrie Miller
Restaurants + Cafés

7 Lesser-Known U.S. Food Towns

They’re all a day trip from a bigger destination.

June 8, 2017 05:59 PM
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Tamara Palmer
Health + Wellness

Exploring the Mysteries of Love at Mexico’s Most Romantic Resort

Can a hotel really rekindle romance? Writer Chris Colin and his wife, Amy, brave a gauntlet of moonlit dinners, rose petals, and beach photo shoots to find out.

September 12, 2019 09:51 PM
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Chris Colin
History + Culture

Discovering Romanticism in Chile’s Bohemian Cities

Poets, murals, and boutique hotels hint at Chile’s artistic soul

November 11, 2015 02:47 PM
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Michaela Trimble
Art + Culture

Pot Country Is the New Wine Country

Pot Country Is the New Wine Country

May 4, 2015 07:36 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Travel Insiders

Travel by Design: Fredrik Carlström

Founder and creative director, Austere

February 18, 2016 04:55 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Road Trips

How a Luxury Car Brand is Changing the Car-Sharing Game

How a Luxury Car Brand is Changing the Car-Sharing Game

July 31, 2015 11:55 AM
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Danielle Walsh
Outdoor Adventure

What It’s Like to Visit the Northernmost Inhabited Place in the World

Only 650 miles away from the North Pole, Svalbard is unlike any place you’ve ever seen.

August 23, 2017 02:51 PM
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Jill K. Robinson
History + Culture

The Truth About Austria’s Dark Side

With 24 hours’ notice, AFAR sent writer Tom Rachman to Vienna where, on his quest to discover  the soul of the Austrian capital, he  stumbled upon the city’s  darker side.

August 15, 2017 07:24 PM
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Tom Rachman
Water Sports

Move Over, Paddleboards—This Is the New Hot Aquatic Craze

Schiller Bikes are revolutionizing the way people break a sweat on the water.

December 9, 2016 02:58 PM
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Matt Villano
LGBTQ Travel

Seeing the World Through Rainbow-Colored Glasses

An AFAR editor shares what it’s like to travel as a member of the LGBTQ community, both at home and abroad.

June 16, 2017 12:33 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Food + Drink

The Fascinating Story Behind One of Vienna’s Most Beloved Desserts

This beloved Austrian dessert is more than a culinary classic—it’s a source of national pride.

January 16, 2018 01:30 PM
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Sasha Martin

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