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History + Culture

How Alabama’s New Memorial to Victims of Lynching Could Change America

Lawyer and activist Bryan Stevenson talks about opening the National Memorial to Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama, and why every American needs to experience it now.

July 30, 2018 04:55 PM
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Christine Ajudua
Art + Culture

How to Immerse Yourself in Cape Town’s Vibrant Art Scene

The opening of the Zeitz Museum was just the tip of the artsy iceberg.

September 8, 2017 01:09 PM
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Vanita Salisbury
The Future of Travel

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
Art + Architecture

Tourism Beyond Temples: Cambodia’s Contemporary Art Scene Is on the Rise

It may be world-famous for its Angkor Wat temples, but Siem Reap is now about so much more than ancient history.

May 29, 2019 04:00 PM
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Jake Emen
Longreads

Why You Should Visit Indian Country

As tourism to reservations and Native-run destinations increases, tribes are developing distinctive experiences.

February 13, 2020 03:02 PM
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Rebecca Nagle
New Mexico

Overview

May 23, 2018 03:09 PM
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Kate Donnelly
Restaurants + Cafés

5 Reasons San Francisco’s China Live Is a Pretty Big Deal

You may want to reconsider your takeout plans after seeing this place.

March 1, 2017 11:48 AM
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Nicole Antonio
Travel for Good

How Your Travel Dollars Can Help Nepal This Year

The best thing you can do for Nepal in 2016? Travel there.

December 2, 2015 03:27 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Epic Trips

Why You Should Visit Greenland and Things to Do There

Greenland may be one of the most stunning places on Earth, but its beauty is far from ice-deep.

August 2, 2017 03:35 PM
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Dana Brindle
Festivals + Events

Why Copenhagen Is the Christmas Capital of the World

In a world where Christmas feels more and more similar around the world, festivities in Copenhagen remain traditional, charming, and unique.

December 14, 2015 06:10 PM
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Andrew Evans
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
Bars + Nightlife

This New York Bar Will Make You Rethink Bar Food

A Brooklyn bar is taking dining with drinks to the next level

April 11, 2016 07:11 PM
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Matt Duckor
Solo Travel

A New Mother Finds Comfort on a Solo Trip to Morocco

AFAR sent writer Freda Moon on her first solo trip since the birth of her daughter. But it wasn’t until the day before she left that she learned she would be going to Morocco.

February 3, 2017 04:28 PM
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Freda Moon
Art + Architecture

Weekend Guide: Savor Guadalajara’s Red Hot Art

Jalisco’s capital, the home of mariachi music and tequila, takes a surprising turn.

December 2, 2015 02:06 PM
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John Newton
Outdoor Adventure

Norway Is One of the World’s Happiest Countries. Is Friluftsliv the Secret?

Fjordside farms, foraged cuisine, and the Mountain Code: Norwegians claim to have a unique relationship with nature. Perhaps it’s something in their nature.

July 24, 2019 01:50 PM
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Lisa Abend

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