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The 9 Multi-Functional Beauty Products We Can’t Travel Without

How to look your best while traveling—with only a few beauty products.

August 2, 2024 08:26 AM

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Danielle Walsh

The rafts tucked into an eddy at Layover camp near the end of the canyon section.

Epic Trips

A Plane Dropped Me Off in the Remote Arctic to Raft Canada’s Oldest River

No roads lead to these ancient lands full of white wolves, exhilarating rapids, and the midnight sun.

October 15, 2025 09:44 AM

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Chloe Bergé

Fishing on the Peñíscola seaside in the north of the Valencia region

Where to Travel Next

This Is Spain’s Most Underrated Coastal City

With broad beaches, walkable neighborhoods, and a thriving culinary scene, Valencia delivers a different side of Spain.

Sponsored by the Region of Valencia

View of rocks and a pond a the Garden at Adachi Musem of Art

Destination Spotlight

This Quiet Coastal Region is Only 1.5 Hours from Tokyo

The San’in region, comprising the Tottori and Shimane prefectures, is a natural haven for those seeking a side of Japan without the crowds.

Sponsored by Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

Cities We Love

Falling in Love With Türkiye Again on a Weeklong Trip

Our AFAR cofounder reconnects with a beloved city and discovers what’s new and notable from Istanbul to Cappadocia.

April 20, 2023 12:01 PM

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Greg Sullivan

The Courtyard Pool Villas at the Siam were designed by Bangkok-based Bill Bensley with a striking cream and black theme.

Hotels

The 11 Best Hotels in Bangkok

These are the best places to stay in Bangkok, whether you’re looking for a contemporary boutique hotel or a riverside grande dame.

November 15, 2022 01:52 PM

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Chris Schalkx

History + Culture

On the Modern Silk Road, Discover the Colors and Characters of Uzbekistan

Writer Anya von Bremzen reveals why now is the time to experience the Central Asian country’s ancient flavors and traditions.

October 10, 2019 05:11 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

Food + Drink

I Grew Up Eating Filipino Food—These Are the Philippines’ 11 Best Dishes

There’s so much deliciousness to explore on the Philippines’ more than 7,600 islands.

December 5, 2024 12:55 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

This guest room at Shinta Mani Mustang in Nepal has stone walls and floor to ceiling windows facing alpine views.

Stay Here Next

This Design-Centric Lodge Is Nepal’s Most Exciting New Luxury Hotel

A stay at the new Shinta Mani Mustang in Nepal puts sublime landscapes, ancient kingdoms, and remote monasteries within easy reach.

January 8, 2024 09:00 AM

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Katie Lockhart

Natural Wonders

The Southwestern State Hiding Hot Springs, Swimming Holes, and Natural Waterslides

From rocky plunge pools hidden in desert canyons to mineral-rich hot springs with valley views, Arizona hides some unforgettable places to soak.

December 23, 2025 06:01 AM

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Cindy Barks

Food + Drink

Eat Well, Do Good: Restaurants That Give Back

Feed your belly and your soul at these philanthropic spots around the world.

November 30, 2021 07:15 PM

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Billie Cohen

Spectacular Castles Built in the Name of Love

UNESCO World Heritage

11 UNESCO World Heritage Sites That Spark Wonder, From Ancient Cities to Legendary Rocks

More than 1,200 places are on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Here are some of our favorites.

July 25, 2025 11:28 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

What’s New In...

This Artsy City in Switzerland Will Host Eurovision in 2025—Here’s Why It Should Top Your Travel Wishlist

New developments make Switzerland’s third-largest city a place worth visiting right now.

February 10, 2025 12:29 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Longreads

Iceland’s “Golden Circle” Is Famous. You Should Know Its “Woollen Circle”

Meet the woman helping make Iceland more sustainable, one sweater at a time.

April 10, 2025 09:46 AM

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Lauren Breedlove

Matt Johnson's Sleeping Figure at Desert X 2023

Art + Culture

Desert X Is Coachella Valley’s Biggest Art Event—Here’s How to See It

Disembodied limbs. Coy shipping containers. Flowering, salt-encrusted telephone poles. Here’s everything you need to know about Desert X 2023.

March 16, 2023 04:21 PM

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Mae Hamilton

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