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Meet Shelby Donley of the AFAR Travel Advisory Council

Talking travel with one of our well-connected specialists.

March 16, 2017 04:23 PM

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Kate Appleton

The rituals deck at Palmaia, the House of Aia

Health + Wellness

A Skeptical Traveler Finds Inner Peace—and a Great Vegan Croissant—at a Mexican Wellness Retreat

Hidden on a 14-acre property in the beach-fronted jungles of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, Palmaia encourages guests to look inward and connect with the region’s otherworldly beauty.

January 9, 2023 08:58 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Plan a Group Vacation with Ease

Have you been tasked with putting together a family or group vacation? Don’t be daunted by the challenge, instead follow these simple steps.

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Natural Wonders

Pitcairn Is the Newest Dark Sky Reserve—and It’s Opening to Tourism in Time for This Summer’s Eclipse

New sailing options from Tahiti will finally offer travelers a way to experience the remote island, a newly designated astronomical reserve.

April 9, 2019 11:48 AM

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Brandon Presser

As Canada's festival city, Edmonton sure knows how to lead with a vibrancy like no other.

Weekend Getaways

Don’t Let Cold Weather Deter You From a Weekend in Edmonton, Canada’s Festival City

Go big, get back to nature, and save room for dessert in North America’s largest, northernmost capital city.

August 12, 2022 04:26 PM

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Twyla Campbell

Tips + News

How Cancel for Any Reason Travel Insurance Can (and Can’t) Help You

In times of crisis, this travel insurance upgrade option may be your only saving grace—you just need to know the rules of engagement.

June 12, 2020 02:55 PM

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Michelle Baran

Packing Tips + Gear

The Avid Traveler’s Guide to Buying Luggage

Whether you travel with a suitcase, backpack, weekender, or duffel, your luggage is an important companion for your adventures. Use this buyer’s guide to help you find the perfect bag.

April 7, 2020 11:26 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Style + Design

The Coolest Things to Do in Paris During Fashion Week

It’s possible to experience the excitement of Paris Fashion Week without ever stepping foot inside a show.

January 24, 2019 01:08 PM

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Casey Hatfield-Chiotti

National Parks

Beyond the Safari in Africa’s Other National Parks

Lions, elephants, and zebras are great, but you don’t have to go on safari to fall in love with these less-visited parklands in countries across the continent.

November 8, 2018 07:22 PM

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Will McGough

Expedition Cruises

A Trip to Greenland Will Make You Feel Small—and That’s a Good Thing

On an expedition cruise to the ruggedly beautiful Arctic, one traveler discovers her inner outdoor adventurer.

September 27, 2017 09:46 AM

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Colu Henry

The Future of Travel

Is This the Future of Bangkok’s Street Food Scene?

As the Thai government moves to shutter the capital’s iconic street markets, vendors are taking their talents to new heights and new spaces.

May 3, 2017 01:47 PM

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Sari Kamin

A tall, green mountain surrounded by rolling green mountains and mist, beneath a blue sky

History + Culture

UNESCO Adds 20 New Sites to Its World Heritage List

The 2018 additions to UNESCO’s World Heritage List include an ancient city in Oman and Buddhist mountain monasteries in Korea.

July 5, 2018 12:01 PM

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Sarah Buder

History + Culture

What Happiness Looks Like Around the World

Joy is different in every culture around the globe. Here’s how your passport can be a tool for tapping into that contentment.

July 31, 2019 01:50 PM

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Billie Cohen

Hiking + Cycling

Colorado’s All-Seasons Alternative to Aspen

Fewer crowds, a little less glitz, and equally great outdoor adventure

July 31, 2017 04:08 PM

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Nile Cappello

History + Culture

How Fez Is Keeping Traditional Architecture and Craftsmanship Alive

In the ancient medina, a new development is putting Morocco’s artisans front and center.

October 22, 2019 02:58 PM

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Rebecca Dalzell

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