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History + Culture

Why You’ll Crave these Unique Gifts from Charleston

These local finds from a style and design influencer are perfect for passionate travelers.

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Where to Travel Next

Where to Travel in 2020 According to Your Astrological Sign

Our astrologer Ryan Evans dishes on the very best times and places to adventure this year for your sun sign.

February 17, 2020 04:09 PM

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Ryan Evans

Longreads

Why Ben’s Chili Bowl, Home of the Half-Smoke, Is Hallowed Ground in D.C.

One of D.C.’s ultimate dining destinations, Ben’s has been a neighborhood stalwart for decades.

February 17, 2020 09:38 AM

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Korsha Wilson

Tips + News

A Concierge’s Guide to Tokyo

Ahead of the Olympics, one of the city’s top concierges shares what to do—and where to eat—in the Japanese capital.

February 17, 2020 09:21 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

History + Culture

See Mexico’s Sacred “New Fire” Ceremony Through an Indigenous Photographer’s Eyes

Photographer Joanna García Cherán shares a glimpse of the ancient fire lighting ritual, which has been practiced by her indigenous Purépecha community since the pre-Hispanic period.

February 14, 2020 10:40 AM

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Sarah Buder

From the Editor

What Travel Can Teach Us About Empathy

AFAR editor in chief Julia Cosgrove reflects on travel’s power to cultivate open-mindedness and respect.

February 14, 2020 10:22 AM

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Julia Cosgrove

Hiking + Cycling

This 1,200-Mile Colorado Bike Trip Is a Cyclist’s Dream

With bike tour operator Cycle of Life Adventures, you can spend 26 days enjoying some of the state’s most stunning national parks and best trails.

February 13, 2020 07:44 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Longreads

Why You Should Visit Indian Country

As tourism to reservations and Native-run destinations increases, tribes are developing distinctive experiences.

February 13, 2020 03:02 PM

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Rebecca Nagle

Travel for Good

The Thoughtful Traveler’s Guide to Indigenous Tourism

When communities share their culture on their own terms, everybody wins.

February 13, 2020 11:03 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Travel for Good

How to Travel Ethically in Sub-Saharan Africa

AFAR spoke with Dr. Chika Ezeanya-Esiobu, an expert in indigenous knowledge, who shared her thoughts about meaningful travel through Africa.

February 13, 2020 09:38 AM

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Christine Ajudua

Expedition Cruises

Just Back From Antarctica

Why it matters to go to Antarctica now

February 13, 2020 09:23 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Expedition Cruises

5 Great Shore Excursions to Book While On an Alaskan Cruise

From cuddling sled-dog puppies to hiking Denali National Park, the best Alaska cruise itineraries mean more great ways to explore Alaska right now.

February 12, 2020 09:52 AM

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Anne Kalosh

Festivals + Events

Striking J’ouvert Celebration Portraits From Grenada

Photographer Wayne Lawrence captures the raw and vivid predawn revelry of J’ouvert.

February 12, 2020 09:48 AM

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Sara Button

Photo Essays

Bolivia’s History-Making Indigenous Climbers, in Photos

Photographer Todd Antony captures images of the Aymara women who are defying stereotypes and taking to the mountaintops.

February 12, 2020 08:49 AM

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Sara Button

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