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5 Tips for Planning (and Surviving) a Mega Road Trip

Road Trips

5 Tips for Planning a Long Road Trip from a World-Record Holder

How to stay safe, healthy, and sane for the long haul: Advice from a road-tripper on a world-record quest.

January 19, 2018 05:25 PM

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Matt Villano

National Parks

“Immigration Is Beautiful”: 32 Kids Celebrated as U.S. Citizens, Future National Parks Visitors

The swearing-in ceremony featured an American trifecta: citizenship, national parks, and public libraries.

August 20, 2018 08:21 PM

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Sara Button

Air Travel News

7 Addictive Gluten-Free Airplane Snacks

Wholesome, filling, and—yes—downright delicious, we’ll be stocking up on these gluten-free and allergen-friendly snacks for all our flights.

November 16, 2017 05:00 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Air Travel News

Shipping Versus Checking Luggage: What You Should Know

After several airlines all recently raised their baggage fees, travelers may be wondering whether shipping their suitcases is a better option than checking them.

September 28, 2018 04:48 PM

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Michelle Baran

Festivals + Events

7 Ways to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Summer of Love in San Francisco

From a big-deal exhibit to hotel deals, here’s how you can get groovy in the Bay Area this summer.

May 18, 2017 06:50 PM

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Tamara Palmer

History + Culture

As a Traveler, How Do You Walk Sarajevo’s Bridge to the Past?

With 24 hours’ notice, AFAR sent writer Michael Clinton to the reborn capital of Bosnia-Herzegovina 20 years after a siege that broke the world’s heart.

October 11, 2016 12:48 PM

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Michael Clinton

Las Vegas

Overview

June 13, 2018 08:37 PM

5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Santa Cruz’s Sister Town

Weekend Getaways

5 Things to Do in Felton, California—Santa Cruz’s Sister Town

This woodsy town is all the sights without the crowds.

July 18, 2016 11:51 AM

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Jennifer Maerz

Bars + Nightlife

What to Drink, Where to Drink It: A Worldwide Guide to Summer Cocktails

Consider this your worldwide summer cocktail guide.

May 11, 2018 02:05 PM

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Sarah Baird

Water Sports

Move Over, Paddleboards—This Is the New Hot Aquatic Craze

Schiller Bikes are revolutionizing the way people break a sweat on the water.

December 9, 2016 02:58 PM

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Matt Villano

Restaurants + Cafés

8 Ways to Order a Coffee in Australia (and Get What You Actually Want)

Here’s what you need to know before you order a cup of joe in Land Down Under.

September 13, 2017 11:43 AM

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Alina Polishuk

Pura Ulun Danu Batur is a temple in Bali situated on lake Beratan high up in a crater of an extinct volcano in Bali, Indonesia.

Destination Spotlight

This Lesser-Known Corner of Bali is Perfect for Avoiding Crowds. Here’s What to Do There.

Your guide on what to see, where to eat, and which hotels to book in the relaxed, north of Bali.

October 1, 2015 11:29 PM

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Cain Nunns

Restaurants + Cafés

Meet the Stars of Singapore’s Culinary Revolution

Move over, beloved hawker center fare, there’s a new gastronomic trend in Singapore called Mod Sin—and it’s all the rage.

December 14, 2017 12:30 PM

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Jake Emen

History + Culture

AFAR Experiences Dubai: Misconceptions & Revelations

AFAR co-founder Joe Diaz attended AFAR Experiences Dubai and realized much of what he thought he knew about the city was wrong.

February 22, 2016 07:10 PM

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Joseph Diaz

Festivals + Events

Has a Recession Killed Brazilian Carnival?

As many as 50 towns have canceled this year’s celebration due to tight funds.

February 22, 2017 03:47 PM

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Matt Villano

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