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Hotels

The 10 Best Hotels in Barcelona for a Truly Local Stay

Century-old grande dames, boutique stays in heritage buildings, seaside resorts: Barcelona’s best hotels offer both historic charm and modern luxury.

August 2, 2022 03:41 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

Food + Drink

Sipping Scotch With Master Distiller Julieann Fernandez

Mom, master blender, and forensics fanatic, Julieann Fernandez has helped reshape the Scotch whisky-maker mold.

October 29, 2021 04:15 PM

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Jenny Adams

Winter Sports

Seven Reasons to Ski the Alps with Club Med

You may think of tropical beaches when you hear the name Club Med, but their resorts in the Alps will tempt you away from the Rockies.

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Sustainable Travel

Electric Boats Are Coming Sooner Than You Think

From Buenos Aires to Belfast to Bangkok, newly electrified ferries and tour boats (and even a few cruise ships) are changing the way we set sail.

May 14, 2024 05:31 PM

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Elissa Garay

Tips + News

10 Biggest Travel Stories of the Past 10 Years

Ahead of 2020, we look back at what has shaped travel in the past 10 years.

December 16, 2019 04:27 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

History + Culture

“Black Women Travel Podcast” Creates Community for Black Entrepreneurs on the Go

Digital nomad Wanda Duncan is creating a nurturing environment for women just like her.

January 7, 2022 02:36 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Loyalty + Rewards

5 Tips for Redeeming AmEx Membership Rewards Points for Top Value

Using the right transfer partners is the key to making your AmEx points go far.

July 15, 2023 09:42 AM

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Paul Rubio

Books

A New “Dracula” Trail Brings the Literary Legend to Life

This year is the 125th anniversary of the world’s most famous vampire novel.

May 31, 2022 12:29 PM

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Mike MacEacheran

Cities We Love

The Ultimate Palm Springs Travel Guide

Less than two hours from Los Angeles, Palm Springs has long been the city’s popular desert getaway, welcoming both Hollywood stars and less famous visitors.

January 31, 2019 07:00 PM

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Staff

Air Travel News

Delta Asks Maskless Fliers to “Reconsider Travel” or Undergo Health Screening

The airline on July 20 implemented new screening procedures for maskless fliers, who can’t wear face coverings due to health reasons.

July 20, 2020 03:13 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Festivals + Events

How I Became Obsessed with Slovenia’s Fuzzy Springtime Demons

A trip to one of Europe’s most unusual celebrations helps a traveler beat the winter blues.

February 1, 2018 12:30 PM

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Sara Button

Travel for Good

Beijing’s Taxis Are Going Green

In a step to combat the city’s infamous smog, Chinese officials have introduced a mandate to make its taxi fleet completely electric.

March 2, 2017 11:58 AM

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Matt Villano

Small Ship Cruises

Why the World’s Most Luxurious Cruise Ship Is Worth the Splurge

Regent Seven Seas Cruises just launched its all-suite, all-inclusive “Splendor” ship. AFAR was among the first onboard.

February 28, 2020 08:02 PM

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Fran Golden

Winter Sports

Avoid the Lift Lines and Ski Uphill This Season (Yes, Really)

Why uphill skiing is gaining traction at ski resorts in the United States.

December 12, 2018 08:41 PM

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Kathleen Rellihan

A collection of colorful hanging lanterns at the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul

Longreads

Souvenirs Are a Sham. So Why Do We Keep Buying Them?

Why do we feel the need to collect mementos—including the good, the bad, and the ugly—out on the road?

August 21, 2024 09:12 AM

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Michelle Baran

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