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Chimney Rock an abrupt butte near Cortez, 2015

History + Culture

This National Park Alternative in Colorado Allows Only 30 Visitors per Day

Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Park is a similar but less-crowded alternative to Mesa Verde National Park nearby.

June 11, 2026 02:40 PM

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Daliah Singer

Air Travel News

Your Inflight Wi-Fi Might Actually Work in 2018

Unable to connect in the sky? You’re not alone. Fortunately, faster and more-reliable Wi-Fi is expected on hundreds of planes next year.

August 14, 2017 04:12 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Hiking + Cycling

Thousands Swarm Uluru Before Summit Hike Closes to Tourists

On October 26, hikers will be officially banned from ascending the sacred monolith at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in Australia, ushering in a new era for the park.

October 9, 2019 08:07 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Museums + Galleries

American Writers Museum Opens in Chicago

It spotlights the country’s rich literature history.

May 16, 2017 07:15 PM

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Matt Villano

Weekend Getaways

The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Ottawa, Canada

Visit the landmarks and local marvels that make Ottawa a stand-out capital city.

May 5, 2022 10:38 PM

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Laura Byrne Paquet

Travel for Good

This Resort in Mexico Built a School for Its Employees’ Kids

Guests at the hotel can donate or volunteer to help at the school, which is only 15 minutes away.

September 11, 2017 01:55 PM

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Matt Villano

View of a gondola moving above a ski area with a mountainous backdrop in Whistler.

Winter Sports

Where to Après Ski in North America This Season

A guide to North America’s ski season with tips on where to ski, stay, eat, and what to pack.

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Cities We Love

Why You Should Go to Charleston This Summer

This being Charleston, summer means heat, history, and plenty of opportunities for drinking.

June 26, 2019 06:19 PM

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Ann Shields

Ocean Cruises

The AFAR Guide to Cruising

It’s the dawn of a new era in cruising.

January 15, 2020 09:24 AM

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Staff

Tips + News

Nepal Reopens to Adventure Travelers

Mountaineers and trekkers who agree to quarantine for a week at a hotel in Kathmandu—among many other restrictions—are now welcome back to Nepal.

November 4, 2020 02:20 PM

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Binaj Gurubacharya

Restaurants + Cafés

In Milan, Pastry Chefs Are Reclaiming Italy’s Traditional Christmas Cake

Move over, supermarket panettone—Milanese pastry chefs are reinventing the country’s famous yuletide fruitcake in delicious ways.

September 12, 2019 11:49 AM

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Serena Renner

Outdoor Adventure

Storm Tourism Is Surging—and Vancouver Island Is Leading the Charge

British Columbia’s wild winter weather makes it the epicenter of a growing travel trend.

September 23, 2025 10:10 AM

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Alexandra Marvar

The Future of Travel

Europe Proposes Certificate to Reopen Travel by Summer

Being vaccinated will not be a precondition to travel—and Americans still aren’t on the welcome list.

March 17, 2021 12:55 PM

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Samuel Petrequin

Air Travel News

TSA PreCheck Members, Get Ready to Start Using Facial Recognition

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration is planning to incorporate more biometric screening measures within airports, and TSA PreCheck members will be kicking off the process.

October 19, 2018 07:36 PM

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Michelle Baran

Art + Culture

Is This the Most Magical City in Mexico?

Explore Mexico’s hippest enclave through the lens of travel photographer Ana Linares.

June 16, 2017 06:52 PM

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Dana Brindle

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