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AFAR Ambassador Megan Murphy reflects on why one is the perfect number on safari

For four days, it feels like the center of the world. The luxury travel world, at least.

The decision comes after a ban on massive cruise ships in the city’s historic center.

The 2020 pandemic already forced Rio de Janeiro to scrap traditional plans for its second-biggest party, New Year’s Eve, which draws millions of people to Copacabana beach for fireworks.

Now in its fourth full week, the federal government shutdown over funding disputes for a border wall has deep repercussions for anyone traveling within the United States. Here’s what you need to know.

Phil Rosenthal loves to eat—and he’s hooked on the delicious flavors of Singapore.

A country that spent much of its history in isolation, Japan claims unique arts and crafts traditions that have been handed down from generation to generation, with little influence from the outside world.

There are those who will safeguard their carry-on with their life and those who will check their luggage with any airline at any cost. Is one approach truly superior over the other?

What to bring, what not to bring, the local lingo to master—here’s what you need to know before visiting New Zealand.

While a stay in the famously lavish resorts of Tahiti and Bora Bora may be a dream vacation for many, the local guesthouses offer travelers a deeper look into Polynesian culture and life.

In Italy, these trails and parks provide breathing space for everyone.

Try virtual bird watching now, and it could make you a better traveler the next time you hit the road.

The carrier unveiled the interiors of its new Airbus A220-300 aircraft, complete with comfier seats, bigger windows, and more overhead bin space.

AFAR staffers share the stories that spark their wanderlust, from a memoir set in Rome to an epic novel based in Japan.

These nine individuals are harnessing the power of travel to make a difference in the world.