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AFAR Advisor

Why Traveller Made Is Exploding in Europe . . . and Beyond

An Interview with CEO Quentin Desurmont

October 10, 2019 05:11 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Food + Drink

This is Why You Should Give Paraguayan Food a Chance

We sent writer Paul Greenberg on a Spin the Globe trip to Paraguay—and it opened his eyes to a totally unfamiliar cuisine.

June 29, 2015 06:50 PM

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Paul Greenberg

Winter Sports

Coolest Travel Jobs: What It’s Like to Hand-Design Ski Maps

With mapping technology advancing, the art of hand-drawn maps is disappearing. Meet one of the people keeping the precise tradition alive.

December 13, 2017 01:25 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Festivals + Events

7 Crazy-Cool Springtime Festivals in Europe

Dragons, ruins, fire, beer. Some of these feel right out of Game of Thrones.

March 3, 2016 08:40 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Packing Tips + Gear

Vuarnet: France’s Most Iconic Sunglasses Are Making a Comeback

Go behind the scenes at Vuarnet, the maker of the classic shades beloved by both skiers and icons like Miles Davis and Mick Jagger.

February 6, 2018 01:30 PM

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Kelly Bastone

Epic Trips

10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Heli-Hiking in Canada

From packing essentials to tips for making the most of the experience—this is what you need to know before your trip.

September 30, 2019 05:11 PM

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Tim Chester

Destination Spotlight

Discover the Natural and Creative Wonders of Bergen

Travelers searching for personal enrichment are guaranteed to be moved by this Norwegian city’s jaw-dropping scenery and strong artistic community.

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Art + Architecture

The Best Ways to See the World’s Great Museums, According to Experts

Strategies for getting the most out of your visit to some of the best museums in the world.

January 13, 2016 03:08 PM

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Marian Bull

Water Sports

Scientists Spill About the Best Places to See Sharks Around the World

Whether you want to come face-to-face with your fears or you’ve always dreamed of diving with these misunderstood animals, these experts have you covered.

November 9, 2018 07:09 PM

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Melissa Hobson

Tips + News

Time for a Trip? More Than a Third of Americans Haven’t Taken a Vacation in 2 Years

A new survey shows that U.S. workers aren’t using their time off to travel.

June 28, 2019 04:14 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

AFAR Editors’ Favorite Summer Destinations

Weekend Getaways

10 Ways to Make a Weekend Getaway Feel Like a Vacation

Make the most of your weekend travel.

August 17, 2017 02:00 PM

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Danielle Walsh

Two Aldabra giant tortoises leaning in towards each other

Expedition Cruises

Swim with Whale Sharks and Spot Hippos and Tortoises in the “Galápagos of Africa”

A first look at luxury small-ship line Aqua Expeditions’ new sailings in the Seychelles and Zanzibar.

April 30, 2026 06:50 PM

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Fran Golden

Atlantic City

Overview

May 17, 2018 12:12 PM

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Martin Fritz Huber

Epic Trips

The True Magic of Machu Picchu Isn’t Where You Think It Is

Overtourism and new restrictions have made some travelers wary of visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The trip can still be life-changing, though—just not in the way you might expect.

June 6, 2018 06:34 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Where to Travel Next

The Romance of Possibility

Romance requires certain ingredients and The Islands of Tahiti have them all.

April 10, 2018 11:38 AM

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Tahiti Tourisme

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