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Longreads

Old Friends and the Sea

A beach villa in the Bahamas gives two couples a taste of island life.

October 24, 2013 07:11 PM
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William Sertl
Art + Culture

Meeting Bulgaria’s Living History in Cafés, Art Galleries, and Social Media Feeds

Rebecca Walker embarks on a spontaneous journey to Bulgaria, guided by locals she connected with both virtually and in real life.

May 29, 2012 05:17 PM
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Rebecca Walker
Health + Wellness

How a Trip to Venice Turned a Skeptic Into a Romantic

In the City of Canals, even cynics can fall in love.

December 5, 2011 11:20 AM
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Andy Raskin
In the Magazine

Spin the Globe: Susan Orlean in Copenhagen

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Susan Orlean on a spontaneous journey to Denmark.

May 16, 2012 12:01 PM
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Susan Orlean
History + Culture

A Veteran’s Daughter Searches Vietnam for Clues to Her Father’s Past

With just an old photograph in hand, a writer sets out to understand her father’s role in the Vietnam War—depending entirely on the kindness of strangers willing to help.

October 25, 2013 01:56 PM
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Lisa Abend
Epic Trips

Is Classic Train Travel the Antidote to Modern Life?

On a luxurious journey from Singapore to Bangkok, writer Chris Colin lifts the veil on the magic—and mystery—of rail travel.

May 22, 2013 05:59 PM
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Chris Colin
In the Magazine

Embracing El Salvador in a New Light

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Don George on a journey to El Salvador with 24 hours’ notice.

July 5, 2013 02:40 PM
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Don George
Food + Drink

Wandering Chef: Guillermo Pernot in Cuba

Wandering Chef: Guillermo Pernot in Cuba

April 6, 2012 12:27 PM
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Jen Murphy
Travel Tales

Why Did I Bring a Teenager to Venice?

On a trip with a young traveler in tow, a writer reflects on her first Venice adventure—and how it changed her life.

January 31, 2013 06:07 PM
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Emma John
Food + Drink

Wandering Chef: Caitlin Freeman in Uruguay

Where to eat in Uruguay, according to a chef.

December 16, 2011 02:11 PM
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Jen Murphy
In the Magazine

What to Do in Lima, Peru, According to Digital Film Artist Mariana Tschudi

Discover her top picks for places to eat, drink, and visit in this South American city.

June 18, 2012 08:50 PM
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Mariana Tschudi
History + Culture

Ready, Set, Goat!

On the Caribbean island of Tobago, you’ll find sand, surf—and the fastest goats on the planet. Now if they’d just run in a straight line….

June 18, 2012 06:21 PM
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James Sturz
Cities We Love

Alfonsina Peñaloza’s San Ángel, Mexico City

Mexico City local, Alfonsina Peñaloza, tours us through her favorite places in the neighborhood of San Ángel.

January 9, 2012 02:16 PM
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Alfonsina Peñaloza
In the Magazine

Can I Help You?

The give and take of a 20-year friendship.

June 29, 2012 02:35 PM
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Brad Newsham
People

Traditions on the Brink of Change: Photographer Eric Lafforgue

Traditions on the Brink of Change: Photographer Eric Lafforgue

August 7, 2012 02:55 PM
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Justine Quart

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