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Tswalu's Loapi Tented Camp is composed of six private safari homes.

These African safari camps stand out for more than their design, location, and superlative hospitality—they’re all leaving a positive impact on their destinations.

August 24, 2023 07:01 PM

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Jane Broughton

Ocean Cruises

This Cruise Line Is Taking Sustainability to the Next Level

For Hurtigruten, innovation, protecting the environment, and supporting the local communities are part of its mission.

Sponsored by Grace Bay Club

History + Culture

What LochteGate Teaches Us About Travel

How to travel better in the wake of an Olympic-sized scandal

August 19, 2016 05:02 PM

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Matt Villano

Tips + News

Everything You Need to Know About Marriott’s Massive Data Breach

Up to 383 million Starwood guests’ information has been compromised. Here’s how to know if you have been affected and some of the next steps to take.

January 7, 2019 05:13 PM

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Michelle Baran

Restaurants + Cafés

This Chef Is Revealing the North African Influence on Mexican Cuisine

Moroccan and Mexican food have striking similarities—and that’s not a coincidence. One Michelin-starred San Francisco chef is exploring this overlap in an exciting new restaurant.

December 1, 2017 09:51 AM

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Ashley Goldsmith

Cruise

What You Need to Know About the Ban on Cuba Cruises

Effective June 5, cruise lines are prohibited from bringing U.S. travelers to Cuba. Here’s everything you need to know as a would-be cruiser to the island nation.

June 5, 2019 08:27 PM

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Elissa Garay

Tips + News

Trump’s New Cuba Policy Is Bad News for U.S. Travelers

New State Department Rules tighten travel to the Caribbean nation, making dozens of hotels and businesses off-limits to American visitors.

November 9, 2017 05:45 PM

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Sarah Buder

Air Travel News

Should Airplane Window Shades Stay Open or Closed? AFAR’s Cofounders Have Strong (Opposing) Opinions

Having a window seat and those great sky-high views earns you the right to open your shade whenever you so choose. Right?

October 18, 2019 03:51 PM

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Michelle Baran

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Tools for the Well-Equipped Wine Tourist

Some people drink wine when they travel. Some people travel to drink wine. If you’re in either of these categories, we’ve gathered some must-haves for your next adventure.

January 4, 2018 01:29 PM

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David K. Gibson

Tips + News

Belize Wants to Send You a Postcard

We love that the country’s new promotional campaign is in praise of postcards.

October 7, 2016 06:29 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Road Trips

The Little-Known Idaho Road Trip You Need to Drive

The route from Boise to Sun Valley may only be six hours by car, but with so much to see and do along the way, it’s worth taking extra time to enjoy the ride.

March 20, 2019 08:33 PM

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Alex Schechter

Tips + News

10 Biggest Travel Stories of the Past 10 Years

Ahead of 2020, we look back at what has shaped travel in the past 10 years.

December 16, 2019 04:27 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Health + Wellness

Turn Your Home Into a Wellness Retreat With These Little Luxuries Under $50

With these inexpensive products and easy tips from spa experts around the world, you can turn your home into an oasis of calm for an evening, a weekend, or longer.

April 14, 2020 06:47 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Health + Wellness

Can a Virtual Hiking Retreat Fill the Travel Void?

Mountain Trek, the B.C. lodge famous for its trekking-focused wellness programs, has taken its offerings to Zoom. Here’s what it’s like to join a three-day retreat.

March 5, 2021 01:53 PM

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Aislyn Greene

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