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From Atlantic Coast kitchen parties to “Top Chef”–worthy restaurants, here’s how to savor the country’s diverse culinary landscape.

June 5, 2025 12:59 PM

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Renée Morrison

USA, Washington, D.C. - The Howard Theatre is a historic theater, located at 620 T Street, Northwest, Washington, D.C.

Art + Culture

Diving Into Washington, D.C.'s Music History—From Jazz to Punk, Go-Go And Beyond

Several walking tours will immerse you in the city’s rich musical heritage.

February 15, 2024 01:27 PM

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Karen Carmichael

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Road Trips

This 3-Day Road Trip Lets You See 9 Frank Lloyd Wright Works—and Explore Where the Architect Grew Up

This route is a rare look at the life experiences and landscapes that shaped one of the most famous architects in the U.S.

April 15, 2025 03:00 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

National Parks

The 9 Best National Parks for Phenomenal Fall Foliage

For some autumnal adventure of the colorful kind, head to these places across the United States.

October 4, 2023 05:43 AM

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Melanie Haiken

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals on the Tech Essentials We Never Travel Without

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for gifts, save big on electronics this Prime Day.

June 21, 2021 07:49 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Books

8 Essential Books for Map Fans

These books feature hundreds of innovative and charming maps from the 1600s to the present day.

December 7, 2020 02:45 PM

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Tim Chester

Books

17 Independent Bookstores We Love Around the World

In London, Paris, Porto, and beyond, these independent shops should be required stops on any bibliophile’s travel itinerary.

July 19, 2024 06:56 AM

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Tim Chester

Chase Sapphire airport lounge with blue seating and a curved mezzanine at LaGuardia Airport

Air Travel News

Chase Sapphire’s Newest Airport Lounge Opens at LaGuardia in New York

AFAR got a sneak peek inside New York’s first Chase-branded airport lounge. Here’s how you can access it too.

January 16, 2024 10:56 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The moist, but well-drained soil of the Netherlands provides the perfect growing conditions for tulips.

Natural Wonders

Tulips, Cherry Blossoms, Lavender: 13 Beautiful Flower Blooms Around the World Worth Traveling For

These are some of the best places across the globe to get your flower fix.

March 6, 2025 03:58 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Museums + Galleries

Overlooked American Stories Come to Life at These New Museums

New museums and exhibitions are exploring the underrepresented experiences, histories, and legacies of minorities in the United States.

April 6, 2020 02:28 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Photo Essays

How Instagram Helped this Travel Photographer’s Career Blossom

AFAR Ambassador Dan Tom started using social media casually, but it ended up influencing his aesthetic beyond what he’d imagined.

September 1, 2016 05:32 PM

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Alina Polishuk

History + Culture

7 Photos That Capture the Timeless Beauty of Malta

Despite its illustrious past and newfound fame, the Mediterranean country is blissfully low-key. One photographer shares his experience.

December 8, 2017 07:37 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Boats on the sandbar in the Florida Keys

4 Days In

4 Days in the Florida Keys: Shipwreck Dives, Teeny-Tiny Deer, and Legendary Key Lime Pie

Water, water everywhere—and all that goes with it in the stunning Florida Keys

November 5, 2025 07:23 AM

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Terry Ward

Epic Trips

Why Sri Lanka Is Paradise for Travel Photographers

It’s not just because of the beautiful beaches—this multifaceted country has much more on offer than you think.

October 4, 2017 05:48 PM

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Sarah Buder

Art + Culture

The 8 Art Shows You Need to See in Europe This Spring

From biennials to a Picasso exhibition, these important shows are worth a special trip.

February 26, 2018 01:26 PM

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Kimberly Bradley

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