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History + Culture

The Tea Capital of Europe Isn’t Where You Think It Is

How an archipelago in the Atlantic became a center of tea production.

August 16, 2018 03:28 PM

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Sara Button

Packing Tips + Gear

Best in Snow: Hot New Gear That’ll Solve Your Worst Winter Woes

Fumbly fingers? Foggy goggles? Bulky jackets? Not with these gorgeous gear picks.

September 19, 2018 04:34 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Air Travel News

All Emotional Support Animals Could Be Banned From Planes Soon

If the proposed changes pass, only properly trained service dogs could fly for free in the future.

January 23, 2020 01:37 PM

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David Koenig

Le Grand Mazarin is located in the heart of the Marais.

Hotels We Love

These Independent and French-Owned Hotels Are Where Paris Insiders Check In

This curated list of “maisons,” boutiques, and family-run hotels showcase the kind of style and attitude only Parisian hotels can deliver.

September 11, 2025 11:27 AM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Packing Tips + Gear

Vegas Goes Virtual With the Strip’s First Videogame Arena

Complete with virtual reality platforms, retro gaming consoles, and food by chef José Andrés, Luxor’s new 30,000-square-foot arena is a high score for e-gamers.

April 5, 2018 01:14 PM

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David K. Gibson

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals on the Tech Essentials We Never Travel Without

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for gifts, save big on electronics this Prime Day.

June 21, 2021 07:49 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Festivals + Events

14 Events to Travel for in Summer 2018

Your plans for June, July, and August? Check, check, check. Here are our picks around the world for your best summer yet.

April 17, 2018 09:40 AM

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Sara Button

Art + Architecture

Portrait Found in Gallery’s Walls Verified as Missing Klimt

The discovery of Klimt’s “Portrait of a Lady,” stolen from an Italian gallery in 1997, solves one of the art world’s enduring mysteries.

January 21, 2020 12:53 PM

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Charlene Pele

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best July 4th Travel Gear Sales in 2020

Our favorite Fourth of July deals offer big savings on outdoor gear, luggage, and electronics—some of which are featured on AFAR’s Best of lists.

July 4, 2020 11:34 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Architecture

6 U.S. Cities With Powerful Murals That Show the Fight for Justice Never Stops

A visit to any of these bold works of art, emblazoned on city walls across the country, is a reminder of the urgency of our many different battles for equal rights, both past and present.

April 17, 2019 07:29 PM

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Maya Kroth

Food + Drink

On the Trail of Cochinita Pibil, the Yucatán’s Ancient Barbecue Tradition

The deliciously messy dish is to Mexico what pulled pork is to the American South.

June 10, 2019 04:33 PM

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Allegra Ben-Amotz

Outdoor Adventure

Behind the Scenes at the Award-Winning Spa at Pebble Beach

Lara Davidson, the director of the Spa at Pebble Beach, explains how the award-winning spa helps guests in their pursuit of wellness

Sponsored by Pebble Beach Resorts

How to Prevent Your Frequent Flyer Miles From Being Hacked

Air Travel News

Why Hackers Are Targeting Your Airline Points and Miles—And How to Protect Them

Cybercriminals are breaking into frequent flier accounts and selling the miles for cash. Here’s how travelers can arm themselves against attack.

October 18, 2023 09:50 AM

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Bailey Berg

Travel Tips + Etiquette

I Tested the Navy SEAL Jet Lag Cure on a 10-Day Australia Trip—Here’s What Happened

Flykitt says its personalized program can banish jet lag. One traveler puts it to the test.

July 31, 2025 02:52 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Art + Architecture

Tourism Beyond Temples: Cambodia’s Contemporary Art Scene Is on the Rise

It may be world-famous for its Angkor Wat temples, but Siem Reap is now about so much more than ancient history.

May 29, 2019 04:00 PM

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Jake Emen

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