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A New Berlin Exhibit Showcases Raphael’s Famous Madonnas

The artworks, which are not typically exhibited in the same space, will all be on display in one room at the city’s Gemaeldegalerie museum.

December 11, 2019 07:57 PM

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Kirsten Grieshaber

Food + Drink

4 Can’t Miss Drinks in London—And Where to Find Them

You should definitely drink these four things in London.

June 22, 2015 04:00 PM

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Andrew Richdale

Tips + News

Hawaii’s Largest City Passes the Biggest Plastics Ban Yet

Oahu is doing away with plastic utensils, food containers, straws, and more.

December 10, 2019 04:24 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Travel Insiders

Coolest Travel Jobs: What It’s Like to Be a Hotel Uniform Designer

We talked to the founder of a New York City–based uniform design firm about how she got her start, the one job she walked away from, and sartorial trends in the hospitality business.

January 3, 2018 01:28 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Why Europe Is Closer Than Ever for West Coasters

Air Travel News

These New Flight Routes Just Made it Easier Than Ever for West Coasters to Get to Europe

If you live in California, Washington, Oregon, or other Western states, you’ll want to know about these new flights.

June 6, 2017 08:05 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Tips + News

Venice Gondoliers Say Tourists Weigh Too Much, Cut Capacity on Boats

Add weight shaming to Venice’s list of 2020 problems.

July 23, 2020 05:49 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Tips + News

Belize Wants to Send You and Your Coworkers on a Free Trip

The country’s tourism board is trying to fight “PTO shaming” by letting you nominate your colleagues for a free trip if you win.

February 3, 2020 07:53 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Restaurants + Cafés

Where to Eat Sushi in Japan, According to a Seafood Expert

You’re not traveling to a far corner of Japan just for unforgettable snow. Hokkaido is also ground zero for some of the world’s most coveted seafood.

December 2, 2015 07:49 PM

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Rosecrans Baldwin

Natural Wonders

Three Alaskan Sounds to Hear Before You Die

An AFAR editor keeps his ears open on a kayak trip in Harriman Fjord.

October 5, 2016 04:49 PM

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Jeremy Saum

Packing Tips + Gear

The Avid Traveler’s Guide to Buying Luggage

Whether you travel with a suitcase, backpack, weekender, or duffel, your luggage is an important companion for your adventures. Use this buyer’s guide to help you find the perfect bag.

April 7, 2020 11:26 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cities We Love

Escape a City Without Leaving It in 14 Innovative Urban Parks

Slip into a secret garden. Climb to a rooftop oasis. Stroll an elevated park. To get a fresh angle on a city, take a walk on its green side.

July 31, 2018 01:28 PM

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Miranda Smith

Health + Wellness

A Guide to Traveling With CBD

Apprehensive travelers are turning to CBD for its calming effects. But crossing borders with it can be tricky. We break down the rules for you—and the best products to try.

April 12, 2022 04:18 PM

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Stacey Lastoe

Loyalty + Rewards

Loyalty Card Showdown: Hilton Honors vs. Marriott Rewards

These two rival programs offer sweet benefits for frequent guests. Is one more worthy of your loyalty than the other?

November 29, 2017 01:05 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Art + Architecture

How the Joshua Tree Desert Became an Oasis of Cool

The Mojave Desert is the unlikely home of a freewheeling creative movement.

August 25, 2015 05:04 PM

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Aislyn Greene

San Antonio

Overview

May 17, 2018 12:02 PM

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