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Style + Design

A Design Lover’s Guide to Art Nouveau in Europe

Despite a relatively short period of popularity, art nouveau left its mark in cities across Europe; these are the best places to spot the ornate, elegant style.

September 13, 2018 07:43 PM
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Chris Ciolli
Books

This Book Will Forever Change the Way You See NYC

Forget your GPS—Katharine Harmon’s latest book is the only map you need for a trip to the Big Apple.

October 19, 2016 03:25 PM
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Kyana Moghadam
Where to Travel Next

6 Ways You’re Probably Underestimating New Zealand

It’s not all hiking and Hobbiton

March 31, 2016 05:34 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Longreads

How an Unplugged Trip to Buenos Aires Turned Into an Epic Bar Crawl

Alone, techless, and unable to speak the language, one writer finds the best way to understand the city is to order a drink.

July 23, 2018 07:56 PM
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Mark Byrne
San Diego

Overview

July 17, 2019 06:15 PM
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Rajam Roose
Natural Wonders

Otters Returning to Central California in Record Droves

You can easily spot them from land or from a kayak.

April 5, 2017 05:39 PM
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Matt Villano
Tips + News

Book Now, Pay Later: Everything You Need to Know About Third-Party Travel Financing

If your wanderlust knows no bounds—but your budget does—third-party travel financing might just be the match for you.

March 15, 2019 06:05 PM
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Sheryl Nance-Nash
Holiday Travel

How Independence Days Are Celebrated All Over the World

From the United States to South Korea, these countries have unique ways of observing Independence Day traditions.

July 2, 2018 08:00 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
Water Sports

7 Islands That Will Make You Want to Buy a Sailboat

Sailing isn’t just another way to get around—it grants you access to places, communities, and experiences that other travelers often miss.

March 9, 2018 01:25 PM
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Matt Jancer
Festivals + Events

6 Ways Southeast Asia is Celebrating the New Year

Better bring a waterproof camera if you want to be a part of some of these crazy fun holidays

April 14, 2016 09:06 PM
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Sarah Buder
The Future of Travel

Is America Ready for the Luxury Hostel?

Austin’s stylish Native Hostel combines dormitory asceticism with high-concept hedonism. And it works.

October 9, 2017 05:40 PM
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Mandy Ellis
History + Culture

The Stonewall Inn Is Set to Become a National Monument

So what, exactly, is a national monument?

May 18, 2016 05:21 PM
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Matt Villano
Bars + Nightlife

Why Spain Is the Best Place to Rekindle a Love of Late Nights

AFAR spins the globe and sends novelist Mira T. Lee on a last-minute trip to Spain, where she rediscovers a forgotten side of herself.

July 24, 2019 03:29 PM
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Mira T. Lee
Cities We Love

A Local’s Guide to Jaipur’s Royal Past and Glittering Future

Jaipur, the centuries-old home of Rajasthan’s royal family, is beginning to embrace the cutting edge. Samir Andrea Kasliwal, an heir to the 166-year-old Gem Palace, explains.

July 30, 2018 07:54 PM
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Samir Andrea Kasliwal
Safari

4 Great Countries in Africa for Your First Safari

These experiences and operators offer a range of price points and embrace sustainable tourism practices.

June 28, 2022 05:40 PM
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Jennifer Flowers

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