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Make a Splash with Balinese Water Adventures

Incredible Water Activities to Do in Bali

Hailed the world over as one of the best travel destinations, this Indonesian island offers invigorating aquatic outings for the young, the old, and everyone in between.

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Outdoor Adventure

23 Cozy Airbnb Cabins Where You Can Escape From the World

Rent one of these Airbnb cabins and get off the grid.

August 3, 2023 09:41 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

New York’s Chrysler Building Is Getting a Public Observation Deck

When it opens, fans of art deco architecture will be able to get up close and personal with the New York landmark’s iconic designs.

May 22, 2020 03:47 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Ukraine + Travel

What Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Means for Europe Air Travel

Travelers may be wondering if it’s safe to fly to and within Europe right now and the effect the invasion is having on flight demand and pricing.

March 2, 2022 02:59 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Cruise

There’s a New Way to Sail in the Galápagos—With No Crowds and Plenty of Comfort

On the “Aqua Mare” in the Galápagos, close encounters with the resident wildlife come with standard-setting luxury.

May 15, 2025 01:45 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Health + Wellness

How Horses Can Help Travelers Heal

“Equus coaching” is an interactive therapeutic experience now available at some properties that can help improve mindfulness and relieve stress.

July 15, 2022 05:49 PM

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Anna Haines

Travel Tips + Etiquette

9 Hacks That Made Us Better Travelers This Year

These are the AFAR editor-vetted tips and tricks (and apps and gear…) that changed the way we traveled in 2019.

December 18, 2019 11:14 AM

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Staff

Train Travel

Wes Anderson Designed a Train Carriage—and It Looks Like Something out of His Movies

Departing from London Victoria Station, the newly reimagined Cygnus carriage on the British Pullman is very intentionally Wes Anderson.

October 15, 2021 05:26 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Viking Star vessel with New York City skyline in the background

Cruise News

Do You Need to Be Vaccinated to Cruise? It Depends on the Ship and Destination

While most cruise lines have scrapped COVID vaccine and testing requirements, some companies and international cruise ports still have vaccination and testing rules in place.

April 19, 2023 07:10 PM

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Fran Golden

In the Magazine

The Traveler’s Guide to Happiness

How does travel make you happy? In our first-ever Travel Happiness Survey, presented by the Aruba Tourism Authority, we turned that question over to you.

August 1, 2019 10:57 AM

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Staff

Health + Wellness

Why One Woman Decided to Create the First-Ever Size-Inclusive Trips to Italy

Boutique tour company Stellavision Travel is on a mission to help travelers embrace body positivity on the road.

July 13, 2022 02:49 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Air Travel News

Americans Broke Pandemic Travel Records Over the Holidays—Despite Warnings

Pleas from public health officials did not stop travelers from taking to the skies—and hitting the road—during December and early January.

January 4, 2021 07:07 PM

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Michelle Baran

Restaurants + Cafés

How to Do Piedmont Like an Italian Winemaker

Michele Chiarlo—the acclaimed winemaker who has witnessed 61 vintages—shares his picks for where to eat, drink, wander, and taste Piedmont’s famed white truffles.

April 26, 2017 02:02 PM

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Jessica Colley Clarke

Food + Drink

6 Healthy Airplane Snacks You Can Make at Home

Bring these quick and easy treats with you on your next flight—your body will thank you.

July 12, 2022 08:13 PM

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Danielle Walsh

7 Brilliant Collapsible Bags for the Space-Challenged Traveler

Packing Tips + Gear

9 Brilliant Pieces of Collapsible Luggage for the Space-Challenged Traveler

The smartest thing you bring on vacation could be an empty suitcase. We’ve picked our favorite foldable travel bags so you can bring home more souvenirs.

September 13, 2023 08:05 AM

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Adrienne Jordan

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