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Namibia’s Surprising New Source of National Pride

An oyster lover finds her favorite food in the last place she expected.

February 6, 2017 05:55 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Festivals + Events

Rise of the Tigress: Why Now Is the Time to See India’s 200-Year-Old Tiger Festival

Every autumn, hundreds of elaborately painted men dressed as tigers march through the streets of Thrissur, in Kerala. Two years ago, women finally joined for the first time.

June 13, 2018 08:05 PM

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Nikhita Venogupal

National Parks

13 National Parks That Are Also UNESCO World Heritage Sites

If you’ve visited any of these parks, you may not have known you were also visiting one of the country’s UNESCO-designated spots.

April 20, 2020 04:30 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Travel Insiders

How One Marriott Exec Finds Balance on the Road (Hint: Bring Running Shoes)

March 20, 2017 12:32 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Here's Why This European Airline Will Surprise You

Air Travel News

Why You Should Fly on SWISS Airlines

From onboard comfort to luxurious lounges, SWISS can take you around the world in style.

Sponsored by British Virgin Islands

Bars + Nightlife

Why Scotland’s Gin Trail Is My Boozy Dream Trip

It’s not just about Scotch anymore.

December 15, 2016 02:47 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Loyalty + Rewards

Make Your Frequent Flier Miles Go Further With These Hacks

From how to find discounted mileage pricing to building in layover stays for no added cost, these tricks will help you make the most of your miles.

July 26, 2019 05:13 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Longreads

50 Years After Picasso’s Death, I Retraced His Life in Europe. Here’s What I Found

Málaga, Barcelona, Paris, Antibes, Mougins—visiting all the places that shaped Picasso’s art and soul.

August 8, 2023 06:12 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Restaurants + Cafés

This Laotian NYC Restaurant Will Leave You Feeling Blessed (Literally)

Ring in the Lao New Year with traditions done by this mom-and-son duo

April 13, 2016 07:31 PM

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Nicoletta Richardson

Food + Drink

Required Eating: Chicago’s Classic Foods

You’ve heard of deep-dish pizza, but what about Italian beef and honey butter fried chicken?

April 14, 2020 02:51 PM

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Nicole Schnitzler

AFAR Approved

This App Is Like a Travel Agent in Your Pocket

With English’s new Lola travel-booking app, valuable human expertise is just a screen tap away.

November 1, 2016 09:18 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Hotels

Between the Sheets: 3 Reasons to Love Hotel Jen

The cool (and affordable) new Asian hotel brand you need to know

January 6, 2017 06:13 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Weekend Getaways

Find a Quiet Summer Hideaway in Carbondale, Colorado

This Colorado charmer packs in plenty of appeal—restaurants, galleries, museums, hot springs, and spas—all with lodging priced at a fraction of the cost of an Aspen-based vacation.

July 7, 2020 07:13 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

History + Culture

How Sicily’s Last UNESCO-Recognized Puppeteers Are Fighting to Save Their Tradition

In the Italian island’s cobblestoned capital, a centuries-old craft has few remaining practitioners.

April 13, 2020 01:15 PM

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Jessica Vincent

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