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Cruise News: Raise a Glass to Craft Cocktails

Plus: Azamara Club Cruises gets you off the boat for exclusive adventures

April 20, 2016 06:43 PM

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Anne Kalosh

Restaurants + Cafés

Finding Southeast Asian Flavors in the American South

New Orleans chef Michael Gulotta explores the unique influence of Vietnamese cuisine in the renowned food city.

August 14, 2017 06:44 PM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

St. Regis Celebrates Kauai’s Star Power With a New Movie Set Tour

This Hawaiian island doesn’t just look like an earthly paradise, it’s actually played one on the big screen.

March 1, 2018 01:25 PM

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David K. Gibson

Art + Architecture

Is MIMA the Most Progressive Museum in Europe?

The art is only part of the reason this is one of Europe’s edgiest museums.

February 7, 2017 02:00 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Art + Culture

How Locals Explore Southwest Florida’s Rich Culture and Past

What historic and artistic experiences does The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel have to offer? We asked the people who live there.

Sponsored by The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel

Art + Culture

Songs From Around the Globe to Help Keep the Gloom at Bay

Music from Colombia, Japan, Brazil, Greenland, and more is just a click away.

March 20, 2020 01:41 PM

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Sebastian Modak

Health + Wellness

Luang Prabang Is the Wellness Destination You Need Now

Despite a new wave of hotels and health-minded experiences, there’s nothing gimmicky about this feel-good city in Southeast Asia—mindfulness is just a way of life here.

January 25, 2019 07:51 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Art + Architecture

A Massive Sculpture of Hands Is Gripping the Attention of Crowds in Venice

“Building Bridges” is a follow-up to Italian artist Lorenzo Quinn’s 2017 “Support” sculpture in Venice.

May 14, 2019 03:10 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Tulum and Beyond: How to Experience the Best of the Mexican Caribbean

Mayan archaeological sites, endless watersports, and authentic cuisine make this Mexican destination a must.

Sponsored by Quintana Roo Tourism Board

Art + Culture

Archaeologists Discover 27 Ancient Coffins at Egyptian Pyramid

The colorful sarcophagi were buried more than 2,500 years ago and feature ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics.

September 22, 2020 01:56 PM

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Samy Magdy

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Deals for Travelers in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023

You can find some of AFAR’s favorite shoes, bags, and skin-care products at a serious discount during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.

July 17, 2023 01:17 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Family Travel

This Beautiful Region of France Is Best Seen From the Sea

The Brittany coastline offers plenty of empty beaches and characterful harbors. Sailing between them offers a new perspective.

April 29, 2020 07:45 PM

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Tim Chester

Packing Tips + Gear

How a Herd of Sheep Put the Faroe Islands on the Map

Thanks to a wandering team of camera-equipped quadrupeds, you can now navigate these remote Scandinavian isles on Google Street View.

November 7, 2017 12:01 PM

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Sarah Buder

Left: Mexico City, Mexico — October 12, 2025: Editorial aerial view of the Nezahualcóyotl Fountain and Chapultepec Lake, with the Mexico City skyline visible in the background on a clear, bright morning; right: Mexico City, Mexico - March 26, 2026: Banorte Stadium is the new name for the historic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, following its renovation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Off The Tourist Trail

The World Cup Is Coming to Mexico City. Here’s How to Explore the City Away From the Crowds

Luis Barragán’s architectural masterpieces, breakfast on the chinampas, and the best al pastor in the city—a chilango’s guide to getting off the tourist trail in her hometown.

May 21, 2026 09:48 AM

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María Pellicer

History + Culture

The 13 Most Beautiful Villages in the French Countryside

For more than a decade, these French villages have received television-level fame for their beauty.

April 7, 2025 06:00 AM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

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