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How a Trio of Terriers Helped Rid a Remote Island of the Rats That Were Destroying It

On South Georgia Island in the southern Atlantic, a huge rodent-eradication effort has been declared a success, thanks in part to the efforts of three canine crusaders.

May 22, 2018 04:57 PM

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Matthew Phenix

The Future of Travel

The First Space Hotel Could Open as Soon as 2025

In addition to being afforded some epic views, guests of the modular space station would dine and walk around—thanks to artificial gravity.

June 7, 2022 03:01 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

Hotels

Where to Go in Hawaii Right Now

From the Big Island to Kauai, here’s where to stay and what to do, according to experts.

October 15, 2020 01:45 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Tips + News

Ian Schrager Could Change the Way We Cruise Post-Coronavirus

The legendary hotelier and Studio 54 cofounder was “playing around” with an idea back before the pandemic—and if anyone knows how to reinvent an industry, it’s Schrager.

April 27, 2020 07:41 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Air Travel News

Are Surgical Masks Safer Than Cloth Masks on Planes?

Several international carriers have recently banned cloth masks. Are they less protective than surgical masks? Infectious disease experts weigh in.

September 13, 2021 06:52 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Jaguar rewilding in Caiman Ecological Refuge, in Brazil's Pantanal.

Safari

Venturing into Brazil’s Pantanal Region on a Jaguar Safari

In the Brazilian wetlands, we track jaguars and hyacinth macaws on a wildlife conservation tour in the same time zone as New York City.

October 17, 2022 01:45 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Hotels

7 New Hotels With Dreamy Minimalist Designs

Sometimes less is more when it comes to sparking joy in travelers.

July 31, 2019 07:07 PM

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Lindsay Lambert

Books

Bats Are Hanging Out in the Library. What Gives?

In Wales and Portugal, flying mammals have taken roost in unusual places.

December 12, 2019 01:49 PM

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Julie H. Case

The Away Bigger Carry-On is one of AFAR's favorite carry-on suitcases.

AFAR Approved

Is the Away Bigger Carry-On Worth the Hype?

Here’s one editor’s honest review of the Away Bigger Carry-On.

December 22, 2023 10:55 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Food + Drink

7 Foods in Malta to Try on Your Next Trip

When visiting this Mediterranean island nation, fill up on rabbit stew, fish pie, Maltese bread, and plenty of date pastries.

February 27, 2023 05:20 PM

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Dave Seminara

Hotels

Is Macau Over? Wynn Says No

The casino magnate is opening his most expensive property to date in the “Las Vegas of China.”

September 2, 2016 05:07 PM

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Matt Villano

COVID + Travel

CDC Further Relaxes Mask Guidance for Vaccinated People

Those who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 no longer need to wear a mask outdoors, except when in a crowded environment.

April 27, 2021 03:29 PM

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Michelle Baran

Loyalty + Rewards

Escape Winter: 6 South Florida Resorts and Hotels You Can Book With Points

Swap snow for sunshine and put your hard-earned points to use at these top hotels under the Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, and Marriott portfolios.

January 21, 2022 03:27 PM

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Paul Rubio

Although St. Lucia is less than 250 square miles, it has plenty of places to relax.

Beaches

St. Lucia is a Year-Round Vacation Spot—A Local Reveals 4 of Its Best Beaches

Some of the country’s best stretches of sand, according to acclaimed athlete and St. Lucia local Julien Alfred.

December 26, 2024 09:00 AM

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Mariette Williams

Tips + News

You Can Download AFAR Zoom Backgrounds Right Now for Free

Make it look like you’re somewhere far, far away in your video conference calls with AFAR’s original travel photography.

April 23, 2020 05:11 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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