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These Visionaries Are Helping to Protect the Planet for Tomorrow’s Travelers

As travelers, we roam this planet in search of its most beautiful corners. But most of us don’t know about the people who are working tirelessly to ensure those places don’t vanish.

July 25, 2019 10:46 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Restaurants + Cafés

How to Do a Foodie Weekend in One of California’s Most Beautiful Places

This is the perfect food-filled adventure in Santa Barbara.

August 27, 2015 04:24 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Style + Design

In a Medieval Swiss Town, the Art of Mechanical Timekeeping Keeps on Ticking

For more than 150 years, the International Watch Company has been a standard bearer for fine Swiss time pieces. Here’s what it’s like to go behind the scenes at their new workshop.

July 23, 2019 01:49 PM

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Victoria Gomelsky

New Mexico

Overview

May 23, 2018 03:09 PM

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Kate Donnelly

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

How Chile’s Oldest Grape Became the Unlikely Star of a Natural Wine Movement

In a leafy valley between the Andes and the coastal range, Chile’s ancient vines are producing the country’s freshest natural wines.

June 5, 2019 05:53 PM

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Alice Feiring

Outdoor Adventure

Vacation: It Works

Time off makes a difference to mood and productivity. It is time that employers enforce a policy that refreshes and renews the workforce.

September 3, 2015 08:17 PM

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Greg Sullivan

UNESCO World Heritage

5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites With Incredible Street Art

At these five spots, contemporary street art and cultural heritage go hand-in-hand.

July 17, 2018 06:58 PM

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Julia Eskins

Ocean Cruises

The Best Cruise Getaways From New York City

Whether you’re looking for a rush or relaxation, for beautiful beaches, or for far-flung lands, consider one of these blue-water sailings to escape the big city.

November 28, 2018 10:53 PM

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Fran Golden

Festivals + Events

Ecuador, Where Zorro Is Real

An unusual horse race in Ecuador turns the concept of fox hunting on its head

November 5, 2015 05:57 PM

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Karen Catchpole

Longreads

Rising Above Fear: Let’s Pack Our Bags and Keep Traveling

AFAR’s co-founder on why we should keep traveling in the wake of tragedy

December 9, 2015 03:36 PM

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Joseph Diaz

Health + Wellness

The History and Mysteries of Lake Como’s Most Romantic Hotel

This glamorous honeymoon destination in northern Italy has seen its fair share of love stories—but one grand dame hotel still has a few secrets to reveal.

February 7, 2019 12:59 PM

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Valentina Valentini

San Diego

Overview

July 17, 2019 06:15 PM

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Rajam Roose

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Have a Peaceful and Serene Getaway in Santa Barbara

Ride the rails, grab a paddle, and relax with thoughtful hotel packages.

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