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AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Don George on a journey to El Salvador with 24 hours’ notice.

On a luxurious journey from Singapore to Bangkok, writer Chris Colin lifts the veil on the magic—and mystery—of rail travel.

John T. Edge lands in Kazakhstan, determined to get to know the country’s largest city through its food.

When a traveler faces grief in Varanasi, his perspective on life and death goes up in smoke.

From a thriving art scene to creative bar culture, the Hungarian capital is coming into its own, new sense of style.

Far above the plains where lions roam, there’s another Kenya, where life moves slowly and the people run fast. Writer Matt Gross tries to keep up.

In remote Africa, travelers find profound stillness, untamed nature, and a portal to the past. Don’t forget the gin and tonics.

Chris Walker and Morgan Hartley spent three months cycling through central Asia as part of an 18-month bike trip. Here is part one of five of their account, in which their trip is almost thwarted from the start.

With just an old photograph in hand, a writer sets out to understand her father’s role in the Vietnam War—depending entirely on the kindness of strangers willing to help.

Learning how to dance Flamenco in Spain.

Sylvia Kouvali’s Istanbul: Tophane

Veteran traveler shares her best tips and stories from life on the road.

There’s a lot more to the San Fermín festival than the running of the bulls. In Pamplona, a skeptic learns what it’s really like to attend the biggest summer fiesta in Basque country.

A new generation of tastemakers puts Beijing on the fashion map.

On a trip with a young traveler in tow, a writer reflects on her first Venice adventure—and how it changed her life.