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Longreads

Why Blaming (and Shaming) Tourists Won’t Help Combat Overtourism

Destinations telling travelers to “stay away”; residents squirting water guns on tourists: why places trying to turn people off of visiting are missing the point.

September 19, 2024 10:02 AM

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Kathleen Rellihan

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Stay Here Next

This New Seattle Hotel Has a Rooftop Bar, an Artist Residency, and a Regenerative Ethos

Housed in a restored 1907 warehouse, the new, eco-conscious Populus Seattle brings world-class art, native rooftop plants, and Pacific Northwest storytelling to Pioneer Square.

August 20, 2025 01:14 PM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Travel Next

AFAR Editors’ Favorite Summer Destinations

Here’s where AFAR staffers have the fondest memories of traveling to soak up the summer sun.

May 29, 2019 03:10 PM

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Staff

Outdoor Adventure

How to Enjoy Zion National Park and Utah’s Wilderness Without the Crowds

St. George offers all the Utah adventure with less of the hassle.

January 25, 2023 05:47 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Natural Wonders

Crowds Flock to Iceland Volcano as Lava Spills

Some are roasting marshmallows on the lava; others are trying to get close to a moment 800 years in the making.

March 25, 2021 11:17 AM

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Associated Press (AP)

Air Travel News

Nonstop Flights to Europe Are Under $350 Right Now—And Not on Budget Airlines

Off-season travel to Europe isn’t just underrated. It’s also way cheaper.

September 24, 2019 05:23 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Alaska Airlines' Boeing 737-9 Max plane parked at a gate

Air Travel News

Is My Airplane Safe? What to Know As Boeing 737-9 Max Cleared to Return to Service

Flights on the Max 9 are scheduled to start back up this weekend. Will passengers also return, or will they steer clear of the troubled jet?

January 26, 2024 07:25 PM

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Barbara Peterson

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Loyalty + Rewards

United Airlines Just Extended the Welcome Bonuses on Its Credit Cards

Find out which of United’s four personal credit cards is right for you.

January 26, 2024 11:54 AM

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Paul Rubio

Break up a transpacific leg of an around-the-world flight with a restful stop in O'ahu, Hawai'i.

Air Travel News

You Can Fly Around the World Starting at $3,000. Here’s How.

From major airline alliances like Oneworld and Star Alliance to individual travel agencies, there are several ways to score an around-the-world flight ticket. Here’s what to know.

January 26, 2024 09:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

Exterior shot of 'Villa Vie Odyssey' pictured from sea level between two snow-capped fjords

Cruise

On These ‘Forever’ Cruises, You Live Onboard and Sail the World for Years. Dream Come True or Nightmare?

The ‘Villa Vie Odyssey’ is currently undergoing sea trials in Belfast after being delayed for months. When it sets sail, passengers will be able to live at sea for as little as $30,000 per year.

September 7, 2024 10:59 AM

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Jeri Clausing

Air Travel News

Lufthansa to Offer Preflight COVID-19 Tests on U.S. Routes

The German airline said it plans to implement the new testing procedure in October.

September 24, 2020 01:39 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Woman at a train station carry on a backpack and a red hard-shell suitcase

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Carry-On Luggage of 2024

Watch out, wobbly handles. Back off, boring colors. These compact carry-ons are making their way to an overhead compartment near you.

June 19, 2024 09:03 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

This Is the Happiest State in the U.S.

A new study from WalletHub ranks all 50 states on more than 30 metrics.

September 23, 2020 06:06 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

6 Whisky-Tasting Experiences Across Scotland

With more than 130 active distilleries throughout five official whisky regions, this gorgeous country offers countless distinctive opportunities to sample its finest spirit.

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