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How can we use the great pandemic pause to make sure our next adventure not only leads to personal fulfillment, but global wellness? Here, AFAR makes its travel pledges for 2021 and beyond.

A writer goes on a quest to find the Eternal City’s most cinematic spots.

Visit South Africa to learn about Nelson Mandela’s life and legacy

These were the stories we were most excited to read—and share—this year.

Is it possible to curb climate change through travel? On a 10-day trip to Brazil’s endangered Atlantic Forest, writer Eric Weiner explores the tricky issue of volunteer vacations, one sapling at a time.

How ten days of total silence can change your perspective.

Mies van der Rohe designed 186 residences at Lafayette Park, where several tours let you enjoy his work from every angle.

Museums across the United States are hosting powerful exhibitions that examine the country’s queer past, present, and future. Here are a few to visit in tandem with June’s Pride Month and the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots.

AFAR writer Lisa Abend is a serial expat. She knows she’s officially settled in to a new home when she gains a true understanding of local etiquette.

On the toe of the Italian peninsula, a second-generation Italian American finds striking landscapes, underappreciated cuisine, and warm hearts.

Meet Suján Rajmahal Palace in Jaipur.

This fishmonger’s fantasyland is finding new form on Tokyo’s Toyosu island—but not everybody is happy with the changes.

One pioneering chocolatier is using bitter herbs and sour fruits to make his treats stand out.

In Basque Country, cider tastes best straight from the “txotx”.

Mystery or science fiction? History or memoir? The choice is yours.