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How to Avoid Airbnb Scams and Find Legit Vacation Rentals Online

Worried about getting scammed on your next vacation rental? Follow these tips to avoid the hassle and arrive with peace of mind.

September 21, 2023 05:07 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

History + Culture

An Insider’s Guide to Los Angeles’ Chinatown

Cute boutique shops, Nashville hot fried chicken, and some of the best dim sum you’ll ever eat west of the San Gabriel Valley—Chinatown has it all.

May 31, 2023 07:57 PM

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Mae Hamilton

A mural at Esperanza Arts Center in Philadelphia

Art + Architecture

12 Great U.S. Museums Focused on Latin American Art

These must-visit locations highlight the rich, complex history of Latin America and Latinos in the United States.

October 3, 2023 08:03 AM

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Jessica van Dop DeJesus

Other

In Idaho, Women Winemakers Reign Supreme

Yes, there’s a wine scene in Idaho—and these women are leading the way.

January 15, 2020 04:07 PM

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Paula Froelich

People bending over and planting trees in the ground with a bridge in the background

Longreads

New York City Is Known for Big Things. Its Latest Attraction Is Tiny.

Though small, “pocket forests” are mighty, containing incredible biodiversity and helping to rewild cities. New York just got its first.

August 1, 2024 10:35 AM

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Harrison Hill

Where to Go in Summer

10 Best Places to Travel in August

Watch the total solar eclipse in Europe or embrace peak summer with lively fests this month.

April 16, 2026 06:44 AM

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Mark Ellwood

Where to Travel Next

Discovering Dichotomies in Texas

In the Lone Star State, thoroughly modern cities mix with dude ranches, natural wonders, and massive parks just waiting to be explored.

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Where to Travel Next

A Native Texan’s List of the 9 Best Places to Visit in the Lone Star State

From small town getaways to big city lights, these are the best places to visit in Texas.

December 23, 2023 03:46 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Tips + News

This Is the City Americans Are Flocking to Most for the Holidays

Christmas in paradise sounds very merry, indeed.

December 10, 2019 06:04 PM

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Michelle Baran

As the tide goes out around Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago, miles of white sand dunes are exposed, creating an exceptional landscape.

Where to Travel Next

The Best Places AFAR Staffers Visited in 2023

In a travel-packed year, we hiked in bogs, met mountain gorillas, and discovered much of the USA by EV.

December 27, 2023 11:00 AM

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Tim Chester

Air Travel News

TSA Is Testing Expanded Screenings for Tablets, Other Devices

Allow more time to get through security at these airports.

May 26, 2017 02:05 PM

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Matt Villano

U.S. Beaches

The 11 Best Beaches in Florida, From Cityside Shores to Uninhabited Islands

Florida’s many beaches offer sand, surf, and salty breezes—plus a healthy dose of urban fun.

January 13, 2026 03:21 PM

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Terry Ward

History + Culture

Beyond the Northern Lights: Stepping Into Finland’s Evolving Sámi Culture

For many, the thought of Finnish Lapland conjures images of reindeer and ancient traditions, but Europe’s oldest living indigenous culture is far from frozen in time.

September 3, 2019 07:30 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Road Trips

The 14 Most Scenic Drives in the United States

A change of scene is as good as a rest.

August 31, 2023 02:00 PM

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Tim Chester

Tips + News

Everything You Need to Know About Antigua and Barbuda’s Reopening

International travelers have been able to visit the Caribbean island nation since June—as long as they follow these test and health screening requirements.

October 2, 2020 04:15 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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