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History + Culture

What to Know if You’re in Bali on the Annual Day of Silence

During Nyepi, the Hindu holiday honoring the new year, stillness and quiet sweep the island. Here’s what it’s like—and what to know if it’s happening when you’re visiting.

March 7, 2019 03:38 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
Hotels

Hotels Are Trying to Spark More Meaningful Connections. Is It Working?

Kimpton’s “Stay Human Project” is the latest attempt at transforming a simple hotel stay into a deeper, more memorable experience.

October 10, 2019 01:21 PM
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Anna Haines
Bars + Nightlife

Singapore: The Crazy Romantic Heart Of Asia

These Activities Are Sure to Light Some Sparks.

Sponsored by Singapore Tourism Board, Singapore Airlines, Changi Airport Group
Outdoor Adventure

Check In at These 4 Adult Summer Camps

Sleeping bags accepted, but not required.

June 3, 2016 04:14 PM
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Nicoletta Richardson
Festivals + Events

Here’s Why Elephants Are Invading Chiang Mai

The 10th anniversary of the iconic exhibition, Elephant Parade, returns home this year.

August 23, 2016 06:58 PM
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Matt Villano
Cities We Love

This Egyptian Shop Might Change How You See Paris

A neighborhood shop expands the definition of what it means to be French.

August 21, 2017 08:21 PM
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Lauren Elkin
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
Tasmania

Overview

March 31, 2021 11:28 AM
Loyalty + Rewards

What the Starwood and Marriott Merger Means for Your Rewards Points

The two loyalty programs will be officially merged in 2018 but you can—and should—take advantage of both now.

September 29, 2016 05:32 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
History + Culture

Dance of the Spider Women: A Mystical Tradition in a Forgotten Corner of Italy

In Salento, pizzica music is a passionate source of regional pride.

May 6, 2020 04:19 PM
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Laura Fraser
Hotels

How Sydney’s Hoteliers Are Saving the City’s History

Rather than constructing new glass boxes, hoteliers in Sydney are converting heritage buildings into boutique stays, helping to preserve a piece of the city’s character.

September 11, 2019 02:46 PM
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Sophie Friedman
Longreads

Travel Tales: Celebrating 10 Years of Boundless Stories

Our favorite longreads from the last decade.

June 9, 2019 11:30 AM
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Staff
From the Editor

AFAR Is Too White—and We Plan to Change That

Our company is committed to racial justice, and this is our pledge.

June 5, 2020 04:23 PM
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Julia Cosgrove
Art + Culture

Take It From an Aussie: This Is the World’s Most Epic New Year’s Eve Celebration

Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks show is viewed by over one billion people worldwide and is arguably one of the greatest pyrotechnic displays on Earth.

Sponsored by Swain Destinations
In the Magazine

AFAR Celebrates 10 Years

Put on your party hats! To mark a decade of traveling deeper, we’re going behind the scenes.

August 9, 2019 10:54 AM
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Sara Button

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