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Why Nature Lovers Thrive in Southwest Florida

We asked locals from The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel about their favorite outdoor experiences—from relaxing to adventurous—in the gorgeous setting they call home. Here’s what they said.

Sponsored by The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel

A Witchy Weekender in Somerset and Wiltshire

Weekend Getaways

The Perfect Weekend Getaway in Somerset and Wiltshire

Experience the magic of these English towns.

March 25, 2016 11:16 AM

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Chris Ciolli

The Future of Travel

Your Guide to Avoiding the Crowds in 5 Popular Places

Take a closer look at how some of the world’s most popular destinations are coping with overtourism—and learn a few ways you can travel more conscientiously.

September 25, 2018 05:01 PM

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Sara Button

The Future of Travel

L.A.’s New Tourism Campaign Celebrates Inclusiveness

It’s put forth the hashtag #everyoneiswelcome.

April 19, 2017 04:57 PM

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Matt Villano

Hiking + Cycling

Why a Backcountry Bike Trip Through Cuba Should be Your Next Adventure

Daniel Golden, owner of the sportswear company Search and State, found a different side to Cuba by cycling through it.

March 3, 2017 02:20 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Tips + News

Norway Opens the World’s Most Scenic Public Restroom

The Ureddplassen, along the Norwegian Scenic Route Helgelandskysten, is no ordinary roadside rest stop.

March 27, 2018 07:27 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Air Travel News

7 New Perks Make Flight Delays More Bearable at U.S. Airports

Traveling over Labor Day? Fun new amenities at major hubs make it easier to kill time before, or between, your flights this busy holiday weekend.

August 31, 2017 06:05 PM

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Harriet Baskas

Books

14 Spring and Summer Cookbooks for Chefs Who Love to Travel

These new cookbooks—including a guide to the nuanced cuisines of Hawai‘i and several memoir-slash-recipe guides—are the next best thing to hitting the road.

May 11, 2021 06:15 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

The Sydney Opera House Is About to Get a Makeover

Sponsored by Costabaja

UNESCO World Heritage

The Best Way to Adjust to Expat Life in Asia Is This Obscure Irish Sport

Move over, Guinness—Ireland’s most popular export to Asia is a little-known sport called Gaelic football.

March 6, 2018 05:26 PM

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Edna Zhou

Small Ship Cruises

A Fantasy Comes True Aboard the Queen Mary 2

Is there a better place to channel 1930s glamour than on a classic ocean liner?

January 4, 2017 05:27 PM

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Emma John

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Swedish Compliment That Sometimes Gets Lost in Translation

A Stockholm-based expat explains the true meaning behind a Swedish word that should only be used in the right context.

February 13, 2017 04:07 PM

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Lola (Akinmade) Åkerström

Travel Insiders

How to Travel More, According to an AFAR Ambassador

Plus how she got started in travel blogging, her Instagram obsessions, and how she stays curious about her own city

October 4, 2016 12:21 PM

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Ashley Goldsmith

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