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The Best Mexico Cruise for Every Type of Traveler

Calling all sun worshippers, culture vultures, outdoor adventure seekers, and marine life lovers: We’ve got the Mexico cruise that is right for you.

June 25, 2019 01:22 PM

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Gene Sloan

Air Travel News

Giving Nonstop Flights to Tokyo an Upgrade

United is rolling out its newest aircraft—with the Polaris business class seat—on nonstop flights from Newark to Tokyo this fall. Here’s what to do when you touch down.

October 4, 2017 12:20 PM

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United

Road Trips

How an Unplanned Road Trip Helped a California Family Reclaim the Van

Five days. Two kids. One Eurovan. Here’s what happened when writer Chris Colin and his family set out on a Northern California adventure that redefined the concept of #vanlife.

April 1, 2019 04:20 PM

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Chris Colin

Restaurants + Cafés

Where to Eat, Drink, Party, and Stay in Mallorca—According to a Chef

August 28, 2015 02:26 PM

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Jen Murphy

Epic Trips

Why the Next Mountain You Conquer Should Be in Russia

On a summit adventure of Russia’s Mount Elbrus, writer Kathleen Rellihan finds that politics aside, a country’s people and its peaks should be experienced firsthand.

July 24, 2018 07:26 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

History + Culture

5 Ways to Embrace Weird, Weird Iquitos, Peru

The gateway town to Amazon adventures in Northern Peru is a festival of weirdness. It’s best to just embrace it.

June 7, 2016 03:19 PM

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Karen Catchpole

Camping

This Company Will Make You Fall in Love with Camping

Or, for some, fall in love all over again

August 18, 2016 01:14 PM

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Maggie Fuller

History + Culture

This Is the Best Way to See Jordan

Follow an ancient trade route on foot to get a new perspective on Jordan.

July 10, 2017 01:37 PM

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Michaela Trimble

Hiking + Cycling

Glacial Lakes, Ancient Forests, and Snow-Capped Volcanoes: The Ultimate Patagonia Road Trip

This road trip tops lists for a reason: The fairy-tale scenery comes with adrenaline-spiking nature adventures, authentic South American culture, and world-class hospitality.

December 5, 2019 03:50 PM

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Nora Walsh

Holiday Travel

23 Photos That Prove Tokyo Does Halloween Better

In Japan’s capital, costume-clad crowds take classic Halloween celebrations to another level.

November 2, 2015 04:37 PM

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Danielle Walsh

Hotels

8 European Hotels With Truly Iconic Views

There’s nothing dreamier than a room with a view, and these luxurious hotels are perfectly positioned to give you the best views of some of Europe’s most memorable sights.

March 28, 2018 04:32 PM

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Jake Emen

Bars + Nightlife

7 Things You Didn’t Know about Absinthe

From spotting counterfeit hooch to knowing the right way to drink it, here’s the skinny on this mysterious green drink.

April 25, 2016 05:13 PM

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Andrew Evans

Art + Culture

How to Visit Atlanta Like a Country Music Star

Singer Cole Swindell may live in Nashville and spend plenty of time on the road, but he’ll always stay true to his roots.

November 7, 2016 05:43 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Restaurants + Cafés

Could New Orleans Be the Next U.S. Coffee Capital?

Drinking and NOLA have always gone hand-in-hand—but now, the Crescent City is really jazzed about the caffeinated stuff.

February 12, 2018 01:27 PM

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Alex Schechter

Weekend Getaways

Surprise Trips Are More Popular Than Ever—Here’s What It’s Like When a Stranger Plans Your Vacation

One AFAR editor let the surprise travel agency Pack Up and Go plan a mystery road trip—one where she didn’t find out her destination until the moment she walked out the door.

January 25, 2019 04:19 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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