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The Secret Way to Escape the Crowds on Larger Cruise Ships

Ship-within-a-ship spaces are ideal for those looking for a more private and quiet cruise experience within a bigger ship.

April 29, 2026 06:37 PM

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Fran Golden

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Where to Travel Next

The Most Charming Small Towns in England for Castles, Coastlines, and Culture

These 10 singular places offer history, shopping, a warm welcome, and some seriously good fish and chips.

March 27, 2026 10:03 AM

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Lottie Gross

History + Culture

The Truth About Austria’s Dark Side

With 24 hours’ notice, AFAR sent writer Tom Rachman to Vienna where, on his quest to discover  the soul of the Austrian capital, he  stumbled upon the city’s  darker side.

August 15, 2017 07:24 PM

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Tom Rachman

Air Travel News

Teenage Pilot Sets Record as the Youngest Woman to Fly Solo Around the World

Zara Rutherford’s flight saw her steer clear of wildfires in California, deal with biting cold over Russia, and narrowly avoid North Korean airspace.

January 20, 2022 01:01 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Hotels

8 European Hotels With Truly Iconic Views

There’s nothing dreamier than a room with a view, and these luxurious hotels are perfectly positioned to give you the best views of some of Europe’s most memorable sights.

March 28, 2018 04:32 PM

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Jake Emen

Food + Drink

Sipping Jamaican Rum With Master Blender Joy Spence

At Appleton Estate, Spence dispels stereotypes—one barrel at a time—as the rum world’s first female master blender.

October 29, 2021 03:45 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Travel Gear Deals Hiding in Amazon’s Big Summer Sale

Even though Prime Day is delayed, you can still save on some of our favorite brands like Osprey, Marmot, and Columbia during Amazon’s Big Summer Sale.

August 11, 2020 02:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Health + Wellness

How Bruce Lee Taught Me to Be a Better Traveler

The secret to becoming a smarter—and more open-minded—traveler? Self-defense training.

September 20, 2018 04:39 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

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Food + Drink

Where One of SoCal’s Top Chefs Goes to Eat in His Off-Hours

Chef Jonathan Yao is the founder of the Michelin-starred restaurant Kato. Here’s where he goes for the best Taiwanese food in L.A.'s San Gabriel Valley.

May 23, 2023 08:39 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Packing Tips + Gear

6 Travel Hand Sanitizers for When You’re on the Go

Purell isn’t the only hand sanitizer out there. These sprays and gels may cost more but smell so much better and are easier on your hands.

September 28, 2020 07:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

These Are Europe’s Fastest Growing Destinations for Celebrating the Holidays

It’s a very limited trial, but it offers some hope to families who worry about being able to sit together due to the carrier’s open seating policy.

December 2, 2022 04:39 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

The Best First-Class Airline Cabins in the World

Flying first class is one of the most incredible travel experiences you can have. We asked frequent flyers to share which airlines have the best of the best.

January 28, 2019 11:09 AM

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Mike Arnot

Family Travel

How to Take Your Kids out of School and Travel

Teaching your kids with the world as your classroom can take them further than any textbook. This is definitely not “home” schooling.

August 15, 2019 10:56 AM

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Janeen Christoff

Ocean Cruises

You Can Now Get a Smithsonian-Level Education at Sea on These Enriching Global Cruises

The renowned Smithsonian Institution is infusing Ponant sailings with high-quality educational programming and exclusive access to notable historical and cultural sites.

June 20, 2022 01:02 PM

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Fran Golden

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