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14 Spring and Summer Cookbooks for Chefs Who Love to Travel

These new cookbooks—including a guide to the nuanced cuisines of Hawai‘i and several memoir-slash-recipe guides—are the next best thing to hitting the road.

May 11, 2021 06:15 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Unspoken Rules You Need to Know to Shop Like a Pro in Europe

A Barcelona local dishes on the need-to-know etiquette around shopping in Europe, whether you’re stocking up on souvenirs or simply grabbing a midday snack.

May 11, 2018 05:05 PM

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Chris Ciolli

The Sydney Opera House Is About to Get a Makeover

But don’t worry; those sails aren’t going anywhere.

August 19, 2016 11:45 AM

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Matt Villano

Hotels

The Trips We’re Most Excited About

Where are we actually going in 2020?

January 3, 2020 04:15 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

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

Packing Tips + Gear

Stylish Walking Shoes for Travel That Are Actually Comfortable

Yes, it can be done—these travel shoes hold up to a long day of walking but are still chic enough for a night out on the town.

September 17, 2018 06:47 PM

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Flora Tsapovsky

UNESCO World Heritage

The Best Way to Adjust to Expat Life in Asia Is This Obscure Irish Sport

Move over, Guinness—Ireland’s most popular export to Asia is a little-known sport called Gaelic football.

March 6, 2018 05:26 PM

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Edna Zhou

Small Ship Cruises

A Fantasy Comes True Aboard the Queen Mary 2

Is there a better place to channel 1930s glamour than on a classic ocean liner?

January 4, 2017 05:27 PM

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Emma John

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Swedish Compliment That Sometimes Gets Lost in Translation

A Stockholm-based expat explains the true meaning behind a Swedish word that should only be used in the right context.

February 13, 2017 04:07 PM

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Lola (Akinmade) Åkerström

Weekend Getaways

Mexico’s CostaBaja: Your Next Weekend Getaway

Sponsored by Costabaja

Travel Insiders

How to Travel More, According to an AFAR Ambassador

Plus how she got started in travel blogging, her Instagram obsessions, and how she stays curious about her own city

October 4, 2016 12:21 PM

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Ashley Goldsmith

Packing Tips + Gear

Now Is the Perfect Time to Deep-Clean Your Travel Gear—Here’s How

Experts weigh in on the best ways to clean and maintain your suitcases, backpacks, water bottles, hiking boots, and more.

May 6, 2020 08:33 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Hiking + Cycling

Why Hiking Makes a South Africa Trip Even More Amazing

Unforgettable hikes are part of the experience when you travel South Africa with G Adventures.

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