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Meandering through Maritime Canada by Rail

Encounter gorgeous views and friendly locals on a train ride across Eastern Canada.

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In Carlsbad, California, Flowers Are on the Menu

Flower spotting in Carlsbad goes beyond ranunculus at the Flower Fields. In spring, petals are incorporated into entrées, spa treatments, and cocktails.

April 12, 2022 07:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hotels We Love

The 10 Best Hotels in Canada

From castle-like mountain resorts to rain forest retreats, these are the hotels in Canada to book right now.

August 25, 2023 02:59 PM

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Aislyn Greene

The undersea bedroom at the Muraka at Conrad Maldives

Hotels

These Are 8 of the Most Unique Hotels Around the World

These unique hotels are accommodations you won’t soon forget.

November 14, 2023 01:26 PM

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Nora Zelevansky

a map of the world made out of leaves and small white flowers

Travel Tips + Etiquette

9 Ways We’re Going to Travel Differently in 2024 to Make the World Better

From sustainable cars to smarter packing strategies, AFAR’s editors share the ways they’re going to travel differently—and better—in 2024.

December 13, 2023 08:30 AM

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Billie Cohen

A white-gloved bellman lifts a suitcase.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

I Think I Offended Someone by Tipping Them. What Do I Do?

Our Unpacked Advice columnist weighs in on how to tip people while traveling—and more generally, what to do when faced with an unfamiliar cultural norm.

October 25, 2023 10:06 AM

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Anu Taranath

Outdoor Adventure

In India, Astrotourism Is Looking Up

The country’s vastness means opportunities abound to better see the stars.

May 4, 2022 01:40 PM

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Agnee Ghosh

Tips + News

The Real Story Behind Venice’s Newly Crystal-Clear Canals

One of the world’s most beloved cities appears to be returning to an earlier, unspoiled state. That optimistic conclusion, however, is not the whole story.

March 19, 2020 12:07 PM

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John Newton

blue-footed boobies sitting on rocks in Galapagos with the sea in the background

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Packing Tips + Gear

Pack Like a Pro: What an Instagram Influencer Never Leaves Behind

In this series, we interview figures in business, entertainment, and fashion about their travel essentials.

August 15, 2018 12:29 PM

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Mike Arnot

Art + Architecture

Saudi Arabia’s Ancient Desert Transforms Into a Striking Art Exhibition

The site-specific installations are on display amid sandstone cliffs on the grounds of a historic incense trade route and desert oasis in Saudi Arabia.

February 7, 2020 01:02 PM

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Sarah Buder

River Cruises

7 Rhine River Cruises for Every Type of Traveler

Whether you love the idea of sailing past dozens of castles and forts or are eager to explore one of Europe’s more underrated wine regions, there’s a Rhine River cruise for you.

August 19, 2022 03:03 PM

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Elissa Garay

AFAR Advisor

The Best Advice for New Travel Advisors

A career as a travel advisor doesn’t end at a certain age. In fact, the more experience you get and the more you travel, the deeper your knowledge and the better you are at your job.

June 27, 2019 12:23 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Natural Wonders

The Brightest Meteor Shower of the Year Is Happening This Week

The Geminids will produce up to 100 meteors per hour the night of Thursday, December 13.

December 12, 2018 10:43 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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