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Outdoor Adventure

Keeping the World’s Last Mountain Gorillas Safe During COVID-19

Gorilla trekking in Rwanda—with a number of new rules in place.

October 19, 2020 03:33 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Solo Travel

14 Life-Changing Solo Trips We’ve Taken

AFAR staffers wax poetic about their most significant solo adventures.

November 16, 2015 03:22 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Loyalty + Rewards

Marriott Just Shook Up the Loyalty Game—Here’s What’s in It for You

Beginning later this year, the Marriott Rewards, Ritz-Carlton Rewards, and Starwood Preferred Guest programs will act as one.

April 17, 2018 01:25 PM

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Matthew Phenix

A view from of the Verrazano Bridge from Staten Island<br/>

Travel Inspiration

Top Things To Do in Staten Island According to a Local Chef

This borough is a fascinating postcard of yesteryear, filled with rich Italian culture. Here, one of its legendary Italian chefs shares his top picks of where to go and what to see.

Sponsored by NYC & Company and written by Danielle Bernabe

AFAR Approved

Apple AirTag Review: Why You Need This Travel Accessory if You Check Bags

This quarter-sized device makes keeping track of your luggage when you fly (at least a little) less stressful.

September 25, 2023 05:20 PM

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Bailey Berg

Cities We Love

Mexico City’s Hidden Little Tokyo Is Full of Surprises

This neighborhood in the heart of the Mexican capital will transport you to Japan.

June 5, 2018 05:15 PM

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Maya Kroth

Natural Wonders

How to See Mars During Its Closest Approach to Earth in 15 Years

On July 27, the red planet will be brighter in the night sky than it’s been since 2003. Here’s where to go to get the best views.

July 23, 2018 05:32 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

4 Days In

4 Days in Dallas: Stetsons, Samurai Armor, and Seriously Good Tex-Mex

Come for the cowboy hats and stay for the frozen margaritas—one Dallas local maps out the perfect long weekend.

March 4, 2026 10:26 AM

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Jonathan Thompson

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What It’s Like to Live the Expat Life in Dubai

Maximilian Büsser, founder of the avant-garde Swiss watch brand MB&F, reveals the true Dubai—much more than just shopping malls.

February 12, 2017 10:18 PM

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Victoria Gomelsky

Why Only Some Flights Are Canceled in Bad Weather

Air Travel News

Will My Flight Get Canceled Due to Bad Weather?

When there’s snowfall, heavy rain, a big storm, or extreme winds, here’s how airlines decide which flights to operate and which ones to cancel or delay.

November 27, 2024 02:05 PM

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Barbara Peterson

The Future of Travel

Four Startups Trying to Fix the Home-Sharing Economy’s Discrimination Problems

These alternative Airbnbs aim to be more inclusive.

January 25, 2017 02:19 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Virginia

Overview

September 2, 2023 10:46 PM

Family Travel

Podcast: Riding Higher, Down Under

A pair of Australian sisters road-trip through Cairns, where they explore Indigenous culture, zoom through the rain forest, and bond over the mysteries of parenthood.

December 27, 2022 06:00 AM

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Michelle Law

The America’s Cup Is Over, But You Should Still Go to Bermuda

Islands

Here’s Why You Should Travel to Bermuda Right Now

Here are a few reasons to check out the tiny isle.

July 11, 2017 08:28 PM

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Danielle Walsh

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Deals to Score Extra Points and Miles This Spring

As you book your 2024 travels, these limited-time credit card and loyalty program promotions will boost your points and miles balance in a big way.

March 26, 2024 11:00 AM

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Paul Rubio

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