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This Climbing Hobby Isn’t Just for Mountaineers

Highpointers are part climber, part organization lovers. But all of them have one goal: To climb to the highest point in every state, country, or other region.

March 15, 2016 06:55 PM

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Andrea Cooper

Weekend Getaways

This 8,000-Person Town is L.A.’s Best Weekend Getaway

Ojai is a relaxing oasis just outside of Los Angeles

March 21, 2016 07:46 PM

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Lacy Colley Yamaoka

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Pretend You’re in Puerto Rico at Home

During quarantine, use this itinerary with tips from locals to recreate the best parts of a day in San Juan from the safety and comfort of your own home.

May 18, 2020 03:24 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Outdoor Adventure

What to Know If You’re Escaping in an RV This Weekend

Self-contained RVs seem like the perfect way to head out of town on an adventure right now, but there are a number of things to keep in mind so that you can travel safely and responsibly.

May 26, 2020 08:14 PM

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Maggie Fuller

U.S. Virgin Islands

Overview

May 15, 2024 03:07 PM

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Steve Bennett

Food + Drink

Why Singapore’s Hawker Stalls Should Be the Next Stop on Your Travel List

Is one of the world’s greatest street food traditions at risk of disappearing? AFAR deputy editor Jennifer Flowers talks to Singaporean food expert KF Seetoh to find out.

July 10, 2019 03:55 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Como Parrot Cay, Turks and Caicos - Adult Pool and Beach Club

Hotels We Love

The 31 Best Luxury Resorts and Hotels in the Caribbean You Should Book Right Now

Timeless icons, next-gen retreats, and private island hideaways—this is the Caribbean at its finest.

March 3, 2026 10:04 AM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Travel for Good

How Voluntourism Got Its Groove Back

This company is changing the face of voluntourism for the better.

November 21, 2016 07:34 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Where to Travel Next

5 Reasons This Hotel in Upstate New York Is A Perfect Fall Getaway

Escape from New York to nostalgia and relaxation in the Catskills

October 30, 2015 07:39 PM

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Michaela Trimble

History + Culture

Race in a Legit Dragon Boat in Hong Kong

To mark the 40th anniversary of Hong Kong’s iconic Dragon Boat Festival, The Peninsula has created a one-of-a-kind insider’s experience for hotel guests.

May 26, 2016 02:15 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Food + Drink

The Joy and Genius of Traditional Italian Home Cooking

After decades of living, cooking, and foraging in rural Italy, writer Frances Mayes shares what she’s learned from “cucina povera.”

August 18, 2020 02:13 PM

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Frances Mayes

History + Culture

How to Navigate the Biggest Market in Marrakech Like a Pro

Starla Estrada, the managing director for Africa at GeoEx Adventure Travel, shares tips for managing the bustling open-air market.

August 4, 2017 10:40 AM

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Sarah Buder

Winter Sports

Coolest Travel Jobs: What It’s Like to Hand-Design Ski Maps

With mapping technology advancing, the art of hand-drawn maps is disappearing. Meet one of the people keeping the precise tradition alive.

December 13, 2017 01:25 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Packing Tips + Gear

Now Is the Perfect Time to Deep-Clean Your Travel Gear—Here’s How

Experts weigh in on the best ways to clean and maintain your suitcases, backpacks, water bottles, hiking boots, and more.

May 6, 2020 08:33 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Free Wi-Fi, Ireland’s Newest Trail, Rosewood Mayakoba Upgrade: The View from AFAR

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