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Tourism-Dependent Galápagos Loses $50 Million Due to Coronavirus

With no tourists for more than seven weeks, officials estimate that the remote islands have lost at least a quarter of expected annual income so far.

May 13, 2020 03:30 PM

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Christine Armario

Food + Drink

This Hotel Garden Might Just Revive Anguilla’s Food Scene Post-Hurricane Irma

The CuisinArt Resort will open its brand-new soilless farm on November 1, hoping to draw food lovers back to the island.

September 4, 2018 10:56 AM

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Ashley Mateo

Air Travel News

This New Nonstop Flight to Guadeloupe Is a Game Changer for Your Winter Travels

With the addition of its JFK-PTP route, JetBlue now flies to the French overseas department three days a week. AFAR was on the inaugural flight.

February 11, 2020 03:28 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Culture

HBO’s “Chernobyl” Sends Curious Tourists to Lithuania

The acclaimed miniseries has sparked global interest in the 1986 Chernobyl disaster and boosted tourism in the Baltic country, where the show was filmed.

July 30, 2019 03:25 PM

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Liudas Dapkus

Solo Travel

An Epic Solo Safari Through Kenya

AFAR Ambassador Megan Murphy reflects on why one is the perfect number on safari

November 6, 2018 04:54 PM

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Megan Murphy

Festivals + Events

Why Come to Tanglewood This Summer

Here’s what to know about the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Berkshires.

Sponsored by South African Tourism

Aerial view of Kongde Lodge,one of the world’s highest resorts, offers views of the Himalayas.

Fall 2024

I Took the Paths Less Traveled to Everest Base Camp

A long-distance trek through Nepal’s Everest region offers lessons in Sherpa culture, rural mountain living, and humility.

October 30, 2024 12:24 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Water Sports

The Best Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Puerto Rico

Marine life is as vibrant as overland life.

March 29, 2021 02:05 PM

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Terry Ward

Tips + News

Iceland Begins to Reopen After Rigorous Testing Helps Contain Coronavirus Outbreak

Over the past six weeks, Iceland has tested more than 13 percent of its population, which is the highest percentage of any country in the world.

May 4, 2020 01:20 PM

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Egill Bjarnason

Longreads

What Traveling to Every Country in the World Taught Me About Race

I’m often asked what I consider the safest countries for black people or the most welcoming for black travelers. But I can’t answer those questions.

February 3, 2020 05:46 PM

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Jessica Nabongo

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The Next Great Wine Regions Are Not Where You’d Expect

From coastal wineries producing biodynamic varietals to hilltop vineyards where UNESCO-recognized traditions thrive, these are the overlooked regions wine pundits recommend visiting now.

September 5, 2018 12:42 PM

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Sarah Buder

Food + Drink

Savor Asia like a Local with these Can’t-Miss Food Tours

Explore Asia’s markets, restaurants, and ingredients in a whole new way—with a food expert.

July 22, 2019 02:41 PM

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