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Sunset over two stupas atop a thickly forested mountain in Thailand

Even if you can travel internationally, should you? We posed the hard questions to ethicists and sustainable travel operators so we can take our next trips mindfully.

April 27, 2021 12:58 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Engelberg offers ski devotees access to some of the best snow in Europe.

Where to Travel Next

This Swiss Destination is a Skier’s Paradise

An AFAR writer and winter sports enthusiast discovers unparalleled adventure when going off-piste in Engelberg.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade

Art + Architecture

Norway’s New Art Museum Doubles as a Twisting Bridge Above a River

Just north of Oslo, the striking structure designed by the acclaimed Bjarke Ingels Group features works by renowned artists in a spiraling space.

October 11, 2019 04:27 PM

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Terry Ward

Air Travel News

No Mask? No Travel. How Airlines Are Ramping Up Their Mask-Enforcement Policies

Some carriers are revoking flying privileges for mask-less travelers; others say no mask, no travel—and no exceptions.

August 11, 2020 02:22 PM

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Michelle Baran

Train Travel

Inside the Speakeasy-Style Train Bar That’s Located . . . in a Desert Strip Mall?

Platform 18 is built to look like a replica of a 1927 Pullman train car, delivering an immersive experience along with your drink.

December 21, 2021 03:36 PM

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Kara Newman

A collection of Monos Hybrid Luggage in various colors

Packing Tips + Gear

15 Essential Travel Items AFAR Editors Bought (and Loved) in 2022

These are the services and gear that we couldn’t leave home without this year.

December 23, 2022 07:08 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A picture of Ignorance=Fear, Silence=Death (1989) by Haring. It says things like Ignorance = Fear and Silence = Death and Fight AIDS, Act Up.

Art + Culture

Keith Haring Makes His L.A. Museum Debut With Massive Exhibit

The Broad will be the first museum in Los Angeles to display a major exhibition of the artist’s work.

April 6, 2023 01:46 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Close-up of California driver's license.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Can You Fly With an Expired Driver’s License?

Phone? Check. Deodorant? Check. ID? Uh-oh.

May 28, 2024 01:01 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Tips + News

Iceland Invites the World to Scream It Out

A new campaign encourages travelers and the travel-stifled to express themselves.

July 16, 2020 05:19 PM

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Sara Button

Find out why the Caymans are called the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean.

History + Culture

Come Hungry to the Cayman Islands—This Island Paradise Is a Food Lover’s Dream

Spicy lionfish tacos, rich goat curry, and creamy coconut rundown are among the bold island flavors you must sample.

September 19, 2022 10:55 AM

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India-Jayne Trainor

Tips + News

Tour Guides Will Soon Be Restricted at Two Popular NYC Sites

Starting mid-May, the National Park Service plans to prohibit organized tours at parts of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

May 3, 2019 03:22 PM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

The Washington Monument Is Finally Reopening This September

The historic site has been closed for repairs since August 2016.

August 23, 2019 05:05 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

One man adjusts another's ghutra, a head covering worn throughout the Middle East. Both men are wearing white thobes.

Solo Travel

I Wore A Thobe in Saudi Arabia. Did I Do the Right Thing?

When traveling, the line between cultural appropriation and appreciation can be finer than normal.

May 18, 2023 11:21 AM

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Adam H. Graham

The infinity edged pool at Tapasake at One&Only One Za'abeel in Dubai features uninterrupted views of the city's skyline.

Stay Here Next

Dubai’s Newest Sky-High Resort Is a Cantilevered Architectural Wonder

The splashy new One&Only One Za’abeel stands out in a city of over-the-top properties.

February 13, 2024 01:12 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Hiking + Cycling

Secluded Mountain Restaurants That Are Worth the Trek

A hike to one of these remote places will change the way you experience the meal at the end.

June 20, 2018 07:32 PM

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Dina Mishev

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