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An aerial view organic patterns in sand along the Hunter River, Kimberley Coastline, Australia

Journeys: Nature + Outdoors

The Ultimate Adventure Through Western Australia

Get off-the-beaten path with this dreamy 12-day itinerary through the untouched wilderness.

Sponsored by Tourism Western Australia

Amsterdam brims with iconic sights, and walking and cycling along the canals are not only top experiences, but are also the best ways to get around. The city is home to numerous notable museums, many of which are conveniently gathered on the Museumplein. You can view some of the world’s great paintings at the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. More modern art and design are displayed at the Stedelijk Museum and new Moco Museum. The Anne Frank House, where you can visit the secret annex she and her family hid in during the Nazi occupation, is a moving experience. In the evening, peek into the Red Light District, one of Amsterdam’s most beautiful and historic neighborhoods, then head to a café for a local beer.

S5, E3: Beyond the Canals: An Insider’s Guide to Amsterdam’s Real Neighborhoods

On this episode of Unpacked: Off the Tourist Trail, Blane Bachelor shares her insider tips on navigating overtourism, cycling like a local, and finding the city’s quieter, more authentic side.

March 17, 2026 03:32 PM

Split Rock Lighthouse is one of many scenic destinations on Lake Superior’s North Shore.

Journeys: Nature + Outdoors

8 Days Finding Minnesota’s Most Beautiful Lakes

Explore houseboat stays, canoe trips, and lakeside towns.

May 4, 2026 04:31 PM

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Explore Minnesota

Journeys: Shopping

Discover Asheville Arts and Culture with a Local’s Three-Day Itinerary

From galleries and food to fashion and the outdoors, we tapped ceramic artist Akira Satake for inspiration to help you plan a trip to Asheville.

May 30, 2024 11:41 AM

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Explore Asheville

Fun for all at the edge of the Caribbean Sea.

Journeys: Mexico + Central America

Fun in the Sun in Cancun

Sponsored by Hilton

Unpacked, the Podcast

This Beat Is the Real Heart of D.C.

On this Unpacked, America 250, we tune into go-go, the official music of Washington D.C.

August 1, 2025 08:24 PM

A small canoe with a bamboo shelter on a green river surrounded by green palm trees in Kerala, India

Unpacked, the Podcast

S2, E7: Tourism Was Destorying Kerala. So Kerala Fought Back.

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, we journey to Kerala, India, to explore what tourism looks like when it truly benefits a local community—and travelers.

March 22, 2023 11:29 AM

Unpacked, the Podcast

S5, E17: Feel-Good Fridays | A New Series for Brighter Weekends

On this first Feel-Good Fridays episode of Unpacked by Afar, host Aislyn Greene Nikki Galteland, and Michelle Baran share stories that prove travel—and the world—can still surprise you.

May 21, 2026 03:54 PM

Journeys: Mexico + Central America

Enjoy the Unparalleled Natural Beauty of Los Cabos

Explore oceans, deserts, and mountains in one of México’s most otherworldly landscapes.

Sponsored by Visit Los Cabos

Unpacked, the Podcast

S2, E24: Everything You Need to Know About Airport Lounge Access

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, points and miles expert Paul Rubio shares the secrets to gaining airport lounge access. Tip one: Use a credit card.

July 18, 2023 01:47 PM

A tall, stone Viking statue in Gamli, Manitoba

Unpacked, the Podcast

S2, E9: North America’s Iceland

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, journalist Liz Beatty—host of the North Americana podcast—explores the Viking hearts of New Icelanders, from Gimli, Manitoba to Mountain, North Dakota.

April 4, 2023 03:24 PM

Journeys: Africa + Middle East

9 Days in Jordan With Petra, Stargazing, and Bedouin Life

Go beyond the highlights with archaeologist-led tours and time with Bedouin families.

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