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Curiosity (and $2,500) Is All You Need to Join This New Travelers’ Club

PRIOR will bring together travelers who care more about experiences than thread count and infinity pools.

September 5, 2018 05:27 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

Miniature Horses Are Allowed on Board Southwest Airlines, per New Policy

Yes, really.

August 17, 2018 07:13 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Two people riding horses through a desert road in Tanque Verde Ranch, Tucson

Outdoor Adventure

The 6 Best Arizona Dude Ranches for an Epic Vacation

Check into these Western accommodations for everything from riding, roping, and good old-fashioned R&R.

Sponsored by Visit Arizona

Cruise

Even If Your Family Has Never Been on a Cruise Before, This Might Be the No. 1 Reason to Consider It

Afar’s cruise writer, who has sailed on more than 170 ships, outlines the many ways in which cruises make travel easier and more enjoyable for a very specific group.

May 13, 2025 01:18 PM

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Fran Golden

Health + Wellness

Places to Exhale

Rediscovering the healing power of breathing in a masked-up world.

December 16, 2020 09:14 AM

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Staff

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

Essential Tips for LGBTQ Travelers in the Great Outdoors

LGBTQ leaders in the outdoor space weigh in on how to plan a safe and successful adventure when you’re “out” hitting the trails, navigating national parks, or sleeping under the stars.

June 12, 2020 06:11 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Art + Architecture

Rainbows, Ball Pits, and Balloons Collide at New York’s Whimsical New Art Pop-Up

Color Factory’s latest interactive art installation is as close as you’ll get to your Willy Wonka dreams.

August 17, 2018 09:26 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

Our Favorite Noise Canceling Headphones for Travel Are up to 35 Percent off Right Now

These are the best noise canceling headphones, according to AFAR editors. Plus, some are marked down more than $100 right now.

June 21, 2021 09:15 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

Las Vegas Airport Installs PPE Vending Machines

Forgot your face mask while packing? McCarran International Airport has got you covered.

May 18, 2020 07:11 PM

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Sara Button

The Moxy hotel in Chelsea has floor-to-ceiling glass walls and plant-filled common areas.

Hotels

What Does an “LGBTQ+ Friendly” Hotel Look Like?

More companies and organizations are striving to make hotel stays more welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community. But what does it take for a hotel to be truly LGBTQ+ friendly?

September 20, 2023 10:46 AM

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Mark Ellwood

Tips + News

How an App Can Help You Renew Your Passport—and Reduce Last-Minute Panic

Need to renew your passport? Mobile Passport app users can now start an expedited passport renewal process through the app.

December 27, 2019 11:05 AM

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Michelle Baran

Food + Drink

This Subscription Snack Box Is Helping Me See the World

Universal Yums is helping me keep the spirit of exploration alive.

March 27, 2020 11:21 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Art + Architecture

Why You Should Go to Los Angeles This Winter

Whether you’re looking to check out the best new restaurants in town or the inaugural Frieze Los Angeles (or both!), there are plenty of reasons to go to L.A. right now.

January 17, 2019 01:17 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Frank Lloyd Wright designed some of his most well-known buildings on America's best coast.

Art + Architecture

5 Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings to Visit on the West Coast

The legendary American architect may have gotten his start in the Windy City, but he created some of his most iconic works out west.

September 28, 2022 05:13 PM

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Mae Hamilton

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