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History + Culture

The Unconventional World of Tokyo’s Cosplay Cafés

In Japan’s capital, youth dress up—and let loose—in over-the-top themed establishments.

June 28, 2012 03:26 PM
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Lisa Katayama
Style + Design

The Secrets of Paris Style

Writer Alexandra Marshall finds the reality behind the mystique of craft and artistry in the world’s fashion capital.

September 5, 2013 04:47 PM
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Alexandra Marshall
Sweden

Overview

May 23, 2018 11:18 AM
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Lola (Akinmade) Åkerström
In the Magazine

A Creative Way to Find Calm in Kolkata’s Chaos

In India’s most contradictory city, artists and intellectuals improvise their way through the commotion.

September 6, 2013 04:42 PM
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Eric Weiner
Travel Tales

Through Traveling Eyes: Kataneh Vahdani and “Avocados”

Through Traveling Eyes: Kataneh Vahdani and “Avocados”

April 12, 2012 03:32 PM
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Kareem Yasin
In the Magazine

Spin the Globe: Jonathan Gold in Prague

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Jonathan Gold on a spontaneous journey to Prague with just 24 hours’ notice.

June 5, 2012 03:21 PM
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Jonathan Gold
History + Culture

Making Scents of It All in France’s Perfume Country

A traveler journeys to the heart of Grasse, where jasmine grows and memories linger.

July 5, 2013 03:23 PM
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Edward Readicker-Henderson
In the Magazine

Spin the Globe: Karen E. Bender Glamps, Toasts Newlyweds in Shannon, Ireland

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Karen E. Bender on a spontaneous journey to Ireland.

September 4, 2013 03:06 PM
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Karen Bender
Cruise

Ship Mates

An independent traveler walks up the cruise ship gangplank to find herself part of a floating community.

December 6, 2012 08:04 PM
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Emma John
Food + Drink

Wandering Chef: René Redzepi Takes Tokyo

Wandering Chef: René Redzepi Takes Tokyo

August 7, 2014 01:14 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Health + Wellness

The Extraordinary Confessions of an International Wedding Crasher

Witnessing ceremonies of love take place around the world can reveal some pretty profound life lessons.

June 18, 2012 06:05 PM
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Eric Weiner
Longreads

Where to Find Morocco’s True Flavors

The real foragers aren’t in San Francisco or Copenhagen. They’re tromping through Morocco’s mushroom-gilded forests.

July 6, 2015 04:19 PM
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Jeff Koehler
Road Trips

What It’s Actually Like to Live the #VanLife

This couple created their own little house on the highway. Here’s what they learned from the experience.

June 14, 2012 04:53 PM
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Jen Murphy
People

Watching Over Delhi’s Soul

The history behind Delhi’s Nizamuddin Basti neighborhood.

June 18, 2012 05:56 PM
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Jason Overdorf
Art + Culture

A Local’s Tour of Glasgow’s Artsy Heart

Follow director Stewart Laing on his rounds in surprising, enchanting Glasgow.

December 11, 2013 06:47 PM
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Emma John

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