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People

“Egypt’s Jon Stewart” Meets America’s Jon Stewart

Inspired by the Daily Show, a political satirist took to the airwaves of the fledgling democracy. Now he’ll talk shop with the master.

June 19, 2012 02:58 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Festivals + Events

What Is The Interstate Mullet Toss Festival?

Behind the scenes of this unusual Florida festival.

April 20, 2012 06:02 PM
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Adam Fischer
Epic Trips

In Uganda, One Refugee Finds New Joy in Adventure

A refugee-turned-doctor takes the trip of a lifetime, tracking gorillas through the wilds of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

November 1, 2012 01:24 PM
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Patrick Symmes
Where to Eat on the Big Island, Hawaii

December 16, 2020 01:21 PM
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Andrea Rip
In the Magazine

Barcelona’s Local Catch

In the city’s once-gritty fishermen’s quarter, a group of activist chefs is reviving—and reinventing—traditional cuisine.

January 3, 2012 01:45 PM
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Tom Downey
Longreads

Real Life in Paradise

Tourism is down, prices are up, social services are disappearing, and the government is bankrupt. Which means it’s a good time to get to know Seychelles.

June 25, 2011 12:10 PM
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Sheridan Prasso
Style + Design

China Chic

A new generation of tastemakers puts Beijing on the fashion map.

August 7, 2012 06:16 PM
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Lydia Nelson
Restaurants + Cafés

Wandering Chef: Jose Garces in Scottsdale

Wandering Chef: Jose Garces in Scottsdale

February 23, 2012 07:19 PM
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Jen Murphy
Other

Volunteer Trips: Working with Kids in Brazil

Volunteer Trips: Working with Kids in Brazil

January 20, 2012 06:04 PM
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Jennica Peterson
History + Culture

Spin the Globe: Kevin Bleyer Fulfills a Soccer Dream in Guyana

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Kevin Bleyer on a spontaneous journey to Guyana.

February 7, 2013 08:09 PM
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Kevin Bleyer
History + Culture

What Are Japanese Antenna Shops, and Why Do They Exist?

These small shops serve a uniquely Japanese purpose.

October 14, 2011 08:22 PM
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David Farley
People

Philip Glass: On Tour, Not a Tourist

Philip Glass: On Tour, Not a Tourist

June 11, 2012 01:04 PM
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Derk Richardson
Hotels

Railway Hotels: St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel, London

A stay at the iconic St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel in London is a must for any train buff.

March 28, 2012 12:43 PM
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Robin Cherry
Cruise

Ship Mates

An independent traveler walks up the cruise ship gangplank to find herself part of a floating community.

December 6, 2012 08:04 PM
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Emma John
Food + Drink

Wandering Chef: Caitlin Freeman on the Brazilian Coffee Scene

Wandering Chef: Caitlin Freeman on the Brazilian Coffee Scene

January 5, 2012 03:46 PM
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Jen Murphy

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