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History + Culture

Nollywood’s New Wave

Nigeria’s film industry grows up.

June 19, 2012 05:59 PM
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Frank Bures
Hotels

Hot Springs Lodgings: Zagyosoh Ryokan in Japan’s Izu National Park

There are thousands of traditional Japanese inns with hot springs across Japan. This hot spring lodge is part of a decade-old Japanese pastime.

February 15, 2012 07:05 PM
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Lisa Katayama
Festivals + Events

Inside the San Fermín Festival in Pamplona

There’s a lot more to the San Fermín festival than the running of the bulls. In Pamplona, a skeptic learns what it’s really like to attend the biggest summer fiesta in Basque country.

April 4, 2012 12:09 PM
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Lisa Abend
Other

Featured Travelers: Stephanie and Aashi of Traveling Spoon

To Stephanie Lawrence and Aashi Vel, the founders of Traveling Spoon, food is the focal point of their travels. They share some of their favorite food adventures.

October 18, 2013 08:18 PM
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Kim Fortson
In the Magazine

Spin the Globe: Sloane Crosley in Ecuador

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent Sloane Crosley on a spontaneous journey to Ecuador.

November 29, 2011 11:33 AM
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Sloane Crosley
In the Magazine

Joe Rosli Sidek’s George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Nonprofit founder, Joe Rosli Sidek, showcases the diverse culture that is George Town, Malaysia through his favorite places to visit.

January 6, 2012 06:19 PM
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Joe Rosli Sidek
In the Magazine

Sarajevo: A European Capital Reborn

Bosnia’s capital is being reclaimed by its residents.

October 18, 2011 04:33 PM
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Jeremy Saum
Road Trips

Tourist-Free Thailand

Tourist-Free Thailand

June 14, 2012 01:28 PM
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Lawrence Osborne
Style + Design

In Naples’ Hidden Ateliers, Tailor Made Style Survives

A writer seeks out the disappearing workshops that have been the source of elegance in Naples for generations.

August 10, 2012 07:15 PM
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Tom Downey
Islands

Why You Will See Dutch Architecture in Curaçao

This Caribbean town looks like it’s straight out of Europe. Here’s why.

November 21, 2011 03:03 PM
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Heidi Mitchell
Food + Drink

Wandering Chef: Caitlin Freeman in Uruguay

Where to eat in Uruguay, according to a chef.

December 16, 2011 02:11 PM
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Jen Murphy
Restaurants + Cafés

On the Trail of the Delectable Shanghai Dumpling

A famed food critic follows the legendary xiao long bao on its global route from Taiwan to California.

July 3, 2012 07:17 PM
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Patricia Unterman
Epic Trips

Is Classic Train Travel the Antidote to Modern Life?

On a luxurious journey from Singapore to Bangkok, writer Chris Colin lifts the veil on the magic—and mystery—of rail travel.

May 22, 2013 05:59 PM
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Chris Colin
Restaurants + Cafés

Time to Rise: Learning the Secret of Paris Boulangeries

An amateur baker apprentices with a Paris boulanger and learns the secret of artisan bread.

March 6, 2012 07:27 PM
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Samuel Fromartz
People

Wandering Sommelier: Jean K. Reilly in Greece

Wandering Sommelier: Jean K. Reilly in Greece

April 20, 2012 12:29 PM
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Jen Murphy

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