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5 Fabulous Ways to Discover the Vast Beauty of Colombia

Rich cultural heritage with natural wonders around every bend make for a thrilling, soulful vacation.

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Travel Tips + Etiquette

Now, You Can Explore the World’s Coolest Neighborhoods with a Local

Get a real insider perspective on how a neighborhood becomes cool—and how best to see it.

July 22, 2019 03:14 PM

Signage of a popular fast food restaurant Jollibee in Antipolo City, Philippines.

Longreads

Why I—and So Many Filipinos—Travel Hundreds of Miles for Jollibee

Jollibee offers a comforting stop—and destination—for Filipinos who travel.

May 1, 2023 07:02 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Style + Design

Falling in Love With Mérida, Mexico, One Perfect Home at a Time

A design lover finds her dream city in the heart of Mexico.

April 2, 2018 01:59 PM

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Arabella Bowen

Tips + News

How to Pretend You’re in the Caribbean at Home

Use this itinerary as a guide to recreate the best parts of a Caribbean vacation—the music, the food, but not the sand—at home during lockdown.

June 19, 2020 06:12 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Beautiful port of Nafplio city in Greece with small boats, palm trees and Bourtzi castle on the water

Where to Go in Summer

10 Best Places to Travel in July

There’s plenty of sunshine, sand, and celebration to go around come July.

April 1, 2026 09:58 PM

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Mark Ellwood

A group of eight ladies in hanbok dance and laugh.

History + Culture

The Best Places to Eat, Stay, and Live It Up in L.A.’s Koreatown

Everything you need to know to get the most out of the largest Koreatown in the world.

April 20, 2023 01:23 PM

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Mae Hamilton

The interior of the National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C.

Art + Culture

10 Must-Visit Museums in Washington, D.C.

The best part about museums in Washington, D.C.? Most are free.

December 19, 2023 01:57 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Cities We Love

NYC’s Neighborhoods Not to Miss

A well-trafficked tourist circuit links sights like Central Park, Times Square, and the Statue of Liberty. To discover the New York City the locals know, travel a little deeper.

May 20, 2022 12:41 PM

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John Newton

Beaches

Which French Polynesian Island Should You Visit?

French Polynesia encompasses 118 islands and atolls scattered across five different archipelagoes. Here are five to consider for your first or next trip.

February 1, 2022 03:28 PM

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Alesandra Dubin

Manchester England - Midland Hotel - Billie Cohen.jpg

Cities We Love

The Essential English City to Visit—and the Best Things to Do There

Manchester has always been radical, so it’s no surprise that the northern English city is pushing the country’s arts and culture scenes into new territory as well.

December 12, 2023 09:53 AM

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Billie Cohen

An aerial view of an island with clear water, palm trees, white sand, and a swimming pool

Islands

The World’s Dreamiest Private Islands, From the Maldives to Wisconsin

These 14 properties combine nature-filled seclusion with a touch of barefoot luxury.

February 16, 2024 01:49 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

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

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