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AFAR Staffers Weigh In on Hotels vs. Airbnbs

Where you choose to stay can make or break your vacation.

November 7, 2016 02:04 PM

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Ashley Goldsmith

Natural Wonders

How to See Mars During Its Closest Approach to Earth in 15 Years

On July 27, the red planet will be brighter in the night sky than it’s been since 2003. Here’s where to go to get the best views.

July 23, 2018 05:32 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

River Cruises

The 5 Best River Cruises for Families

Consider taking your 2018 travels onboard with these family-friendly adventures.

September 15, 2017 12:37 PM

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Elissa Garay

Art + Architecture

In New York City, 52 Old Doors From the Chelsea Hotel—and Their Ghosts—Go to Auction

The sale featured architectural relics with connections to a dizzying array of artists, authors, actors, and musicians.

April 13, 2018 07:27 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Cities We Love

In Berlin, Everybody’s Willkommen!

Thanks to a wave of immigrants—and open-armed locals—the German capital just might be the most dynamic city in Europe right now.

January 28, 2020 06:44 PM

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Emma John

Cruise

Serenity Now: These Are the Cruise Lines Going Totally Kid-Free

A growing number of adults-only cruises are catering to travelers who prefer to vacation minus the munchkins.

September 7, 2018 06:56 PM

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Michelle Baran

Longreads

Why Ben’s Chili Bowl, Home of the Half-Smoke, Is Hallowed Ground in D.C.

One of D.C.’s ultimate dining destinations, Ben’s has been a neighborhood stalwart for decades.

February 17, 2020 09:38 AM

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Korsha Wilson

Epic Trips

New Zealand Will Welcome You With Open Arms

A Māori proverb comes to define days spent exploring New Zealand with some of its indigenous people.

October 7, 2019 04:17 PM

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Sarah Buder

Restaurants + Cafés

8 Ways to Order a Coffee in Australia (and Get What You Actually Want)

Here’s what you need to know before you order a cup of joe in Land Down Under.

September 13, 2017 11:43 AM

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Alina Polishuk

Expert Insights on 6 Key Trends Shaping the Travel Industry

The Future of Travel

These Are 6 Key Trends Shaping the Travel Industry in 2018, According to Experts

Experts on the AFAR Travel Advisory Council share their insights

December 3, 2018 12:19 PM

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Lindsay Harrison

Packing Tips + Gear

From One Innovative Cartographer, Paper Maps With Purpose

Derek Lamberton’s gorgeous maps—of Paris, London, Boston, and other cities—allow urban explorers to survey architectural styles, chocolate shops, breweries, and more.

December 21, 2017 01:26 PM

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David K. Gibson

Founder’s Note

Where to Find the Soul of Dubai

Dubai is growing up fast.

December 18, 2015 06:47 PM

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Greg Sullivan

River Cruises

A Cycling Cruise Will Change the Way You Experience Europe

A cruise skeptic changes her tune after a voyage down the Danube.

March 8, 2018 09:39 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Epic Trips

A First Look at Seabourn Ovation, Seabourn’s Newest Ship

This May, a new ship was unveiled to the world. Here’s how it is raising the bar and redefining ultra-luxury in the world of cruises

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