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Winter Sports

Amtrak Resurrects Historic Ski Train in Colorado

The route began service in 1912, then shut down in 2009.

February 8, 2017 07:04 PM

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Matt Villano

Health + Wellness

Pampering With Purpose at the Famed Golden Door Spa

Rather than just a self-indulgent spa escape, Golden Door also represents more mindful travel choices.

August 9, 2021 02:35 PM

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Eric Rosen

Travel Tips + Etiquette

This Kayak Travel Planning Tool Is a Well-Kept Secret Every Traveler Should Know About

Here’s how to use Kayak Direct as a resource to plan your next trip.

February 23, 2023 10:25 PM

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Paul Rubio

I Just Flew New Low-Cost Airline Play to Iceland—This Is What It Was Like

Air Travel News

This Is What It’s Really Like to Fly Low-Cost Airline Play to Europe

Icelandic airline Play offers fares to Europe as low as $100 one-way. AFAR’s special air correspondent recently flew the airline to find out if there’s a catch.

October 31, 2023 06:00 PM

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Barbara Peterson

In "The Reluctant Traveler" Eugene Levy visits Costa Rica, Utah, Finland, Japan, the Maldives, Portugal, South Africa, and Italy.

How the 76-year-old actor, who doesn’t like travel, became the host of Apple TV+'s newest travel show, which premiers February 24.

February 22, 2023 02:36 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

The Future of Travel

How Vaccine Passports Will Actually Work

The high-tech versions of yellow immunization cards are on their way.

December 22, 2020 07:44 PM

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Michelle Baran

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

Tips + News

Rome Bans Sitting on the Spanish Steps

AFAR took in the scene this week at the famous monument where police were observed asking people to stand or face fines.

August 7, 2019 12:33 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Travel Boots Now Come in . . . Vegan?

I road-tested Blundstone’s new vegan boots to see if they lived up to the beloved original leather version. Here’s what I found.

January 21, 2022 06:22 PM

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Billie Cohen

Cruise

First Mediterranean Cruise Sets Sail With Mandatory Coronavirus Tests

Anyone who tested positive, had a fever, or had COVID-19 symptoms was denied boarding on the “MSC Grandiosa,” the first cruise to set sail from Italy since the lockdown in March.

August 17, 2020 05:34 PM

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Frances D’Emilio

Festivals + Events

What Happens to All the Mardi Gras Beads Left Behind?

New Orleans tries to turn the tide on the colorful trash left after the parades and parties are all done.

February 19, 2020 04:44 PM

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Jenny Adams

Food + Drink

Required Eating: 9 Meals Not to Miss in Grenada

When on the Spice Isle, don’t miss trademark dishes like oil down, crabback, conch fritters, and more.

May 14, 2020 11:46 AM

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Terry Ward

AFAR Advisor

Here’s What Makes the Crew of This Cruise Line Exceptional

AmaWaterways hires and trains crew members to help guests feel like family. This is the experience that results.

January 8, 2020 01:45 PM

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AmaWaterways

COVID + Travel

These Hawai‘i, Caribbean, and New York Hotels Now Require Vaccination

The list of hotels mandating vaccines keeps growing.

September 15, 2021 01:30 PM

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Michelle Baran

Illustration of woman holding three giant credit cards on pastel background

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Maximize Travel Benefits With Multiple Credit Cards

Juggling multiple credit cards can majorly boost your points and miles balance. But before you sign up, consider these tips for minimizing your financial housekeeping.

April 25, 2024 02:40 PM

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Paul Rubio

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