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The Frank Gehry–designed Fondation Louis Vuitton is hosting two major exhibits featuring Jean-Michel Basquiat and Egon Schiele this fall.

Art + Architecture

9 Iconic Frank Gehry–Designed Buildings You Can Visit

The famed architect Frank Gerhy has passed away. He was one of the most beloved—and polarizing—figures in his field.

December 5, 2025 05:42 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Hawai‘i

Overview

May 26, 2021 03:24 PM

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Andrea Rip

Beaches

Top Ten Hawaii Oceanfront Getaways

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Air Travel News

With an Airline Ban at Hand, What’s Next for Smart Luggage?

Risk of fire means that high-tech bags with unremovable batteries—used to power trackers, device chargers, and even scooter motors—are about to become no-fly items.

January 8, 2018 05:35 PM

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Seth Miller

Cities We Love

How to Pretend You’re in Honolulu at Home

Take it from someone who lived in the Aloha State for years: This is the best way to recreate a trip to Hawai‘i at home.

April 27, 2020 06:53 PM

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Nicole Antonio

Travel for Good

Intrepid Travel Works to Change the Way We See the World

Our Tour Operators That Give Back series meets a company driven by a responsibility not only to travelers but also to the communities they visit and to the world itself.

November 22, 2021 01:23 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Bars + Nightlife

The Best Rooftop Bars in Washington, D.C.

From the shaded terraces of five-star hotels to rowdy wooden decks atop local dives, these rooftops “raise the bar” on alfresco evenings in the nation’s capital.

February 15, 2019 04:54 PM

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Susan Mason

Art + Culture

Appreciating the Artistry of Turkish Carpets

A trip through Istanbul offers a close look at this ancient art—and plenty of shopping opportunities.

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Cities We Love

Embracing the Multicultural Spirit of Queens

The dizzying blend of communities in this NYC borough injects it with energy—and delicious food.

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Founder’s Note

Looking to the Future With the Leaders of Travel

AFAR’s co-founder reflects on the value of forward-thinking and the latest class of the Travel Vanguard.

October 2, 2018 02:56 PM

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Greg Sullivan

Spring 2022

Birding Around the World: A Beginner’s Guide

All around the world, bird tours and trips are taking flight. Inside, your go-to guide on how to bird, where to bird, and what gear to buy.

May 3, 2022 08:25 PM

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Svati Kirsten Narula

Get a Mobile Passport Discount While Donating to Dorian Relief

Get 30 percent off the premium version of the convenient customs entry app—and help those in need at the same time.

September 23, 2019 07:46 PM

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Michelle Baran

History + Culture

The Mexican Obsession With Guinness World Records

The country has more records than any other in Latin America—and shows no signs of slowing down.

December 6, 2018 06:50 PM

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Brooke Porter Katz

Aerial view of Beaches of Placencia in the Stann Creek District of southern Belize

Destination Spotlight

The Right Crowd-Free Beach for Every Month of the Year

Want a better beach trip? Go when everyone else isn’t. These destinations shine in the shoulder season.

October 7, 2025 10:31 AM

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Becca Blond

Tourism Is Life co-owner Peter Momoh Bassie walks on a beach in Sierra Leone

History + Culture

Sierra Leone Is Building a Tourism Industry. Meet 3 People Paving the Way.

A chimp-saving conservationist, a child soldier turned tour guide, and a tradition-bucking fashion designer are helping to put sweet Salone on the travel map.

November 13, 2023 08:05 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

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