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The Girl Wrestlers of Varanasi, India, Are Changing the Rules of the Game

Inspired by a Bollywood film, young girls and women in northern India are taking up “kushti”—an ancient form of wrestling traditionally only practiced by men.

March 15, 2022 06:41 PM

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Eileen McDougall

Food + Drink

Mary Berry Is Hosting Afternoon Tea on a Train Ride Through England

You’re invited to tea and scones with your favorite “Great British Bake Off” judge (sorry, Paul Hollywood).

April 3, 2019 04:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

History + Culture

Why Western Ireland Is the Best Place to Be Sad

Western Ireland’s isolation is wildly poetic—and maybe even healing.

February 6, 2017 06:06 PM

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Chris Colin

Style + Design

The English Countryside Retreat Every Car Lover Must Visit

At the birthplace of the Rolls-Royce, England’s automobile history comes roaring to life.

June 10, 2019 06:24 PM

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Emma John

Air Travel News

OMG: Delta Announces Free In-Flight Texting

The airline will allow passengers to send messages using WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and Apple iMessage.

October 4, 2017 10:44 AM

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Matt Villano

See the Winners of the First-Ever AFAR Travel Photography Awards

Photo Essays

Winners of The 2018 AFAR Photo Awards

In partnership with United Airlines and LensCulture, this global photography competition opened the gateway for travel photographers to share their unique perspectives.

November 7, 2018 09:36 AM

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Staff

The Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is filled with materials inspired by traditional regional textiles.

Hotels

The 8 Best Hotels in Abu Dhabi for a Truly Local Stay

Sparkling waters, otherworldly sand dunes, and palm-shaded oases await near Abu Dhabi’s most exciting hotels.

January 4, 2023 02:20 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Hiking + Cycling

The Best Hiking Boots and Shoes for Women

Whether you’re setting out for 1 mile or 10, these adventure-ready shoes and boots will keep your feet happy.

June 25, 2020 02:35 PM

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Jessie Beck

Tips + News

Airbnb Wants to Pay for You to Take a Research Sabbatical in Antarctica

Five lucky people will get to live and work alongside scientists on an all-expenses-paid sabbatical in Antarctica.

September 24, 2019 12:01 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

History + Culture

Celebrating Black History at the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site: The View from AFAR

Plus: Dengue Fever in Hawaii and public urination in San Francisco

February 12, 2016 05:16 PM

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Matt Villano

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Exploring the Rioja Region with Pablo Villegas

October 21, 2015 02:19 PM

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Mario R. Mercado

Tips + News

This Open-Air Dinner Series Just Added Another Majestic Event to Its 2019 Calendar

The newly announced Outstanding in the Field event will take place this month along California’s coast.

May 2, 2019 01:11 PM

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Sarah Buder

How Google Could Eventually Be Your One-Stop Shop for Travel Planning

Google Docs has streamlined our work life; now Google Travel is working to be the cure-all for our travel booking and planning needs.

May 29, 2019 05:04 PM

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Michelle Baran

Where to Travel Next

AFAR Editors’ Favorite Summer Destinations

Here’s where AFAR staffers have the fondest memories of traveling to soak up the summer sun.

May 29, 2019 03:10 PM

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Staff

Where to Travel Next

Tennessee’s Coolest City? It’s All About Knoxville

With a booming outdoors scene, grand hotels, and a slew of new restaurants, Knoxville is one of the South’s most happening cities.

August 8, 2019 01:57 PM

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Ashley M. Biggers

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