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I Got Stuck on the World’s Largest Glacier Field During a Whiteout Storm—and You Should Too

Sleeping on a Yukon ice field teaches travelers about Indigenous Gold Rush history, climate change, and getting lost in the fog.

May 12, 2026 01:41 PM

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Danielle Hallock

Woman carrying skis in parking lot wearing ski jacket.

Packing Tips + Gear

We Tested 40 Jackets for Plus-Size Travelers—These Are the Best

AFAR reviewed dozens of plus-size rain jackets, puffy coats, and ski jackets for women to find the right one for every kind of weather you might encounter this winter.

October 12, 2023 05:53 AM

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Naomi Tomky

Borealis Base Camp is located in a private boreal forest in Interior Alaska.

Stay Here Next

This Hotel Is One of the Best Places in Alaska for Aurora Viewing

This remote glamping retreat in Interior Alaska offers a comfortable base for unparalleled northern lights sightings.

March 28, 2023 01:51 PM

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Bailey Berg

National Parks

Finding Blissful Solitude in Yellowstone National Park in the Winter

January, February, and March offer beautiful wintery scenes and a distinct lack of other people.

March 9, 2022 06:24 PM

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Tim Chester

Distant mountains over Mirror Lake, New York in the winter

Winter Sports

5 Places to Try a New Winter Sport Without the Crowds

If the idea of gliding down a mountain among crowds doesn’t appeal to you, you’re not alone.

November 5, 2024 06:57 PM

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Shayla Martin

Estonia's Soomaa national park with the Riisa bog swimming hole

Hiking + Cycling

Bog Hiking Is the Best Hiking Experience You’ve Never Heard Of

In Estonia’s Soomaa National Park, you can basically walk on water.

December 15, 2023 11:53 AM

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Billie Cohen

An Alaska Airlines aircraft during an ice storm in Seattle in December 2022.

Air Travel News

What Do They Actually Spray on Planes to De-Ice Them?

Thanks to the de-icing process, airlines can get their flights safely off the ground even during extreme winter weather. Here’s what de-icing entails.

December 26, 2025 10:14 AM

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Bailey Berg

Camping

The 11 Best Hotels, Camping, and Glamping in the Great Smoky Mountains

Among the more than 500,000 acres to explore, these are some of the best places to stay.

April 24, 2024 12:46 PM

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Kellie Walton

Videos

Can’t Miss Things to Do in Banff National Park [VIDEO]

Watch a video highlighting the best of Banff in the summer and winter.

March 28, 2022 11:40 AM

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Jessie Beck

The Puffy Vest drink coozy in Seafoam, Banana Yellow Brown, Tan, Green Blue1

Camping

25 Great Camping Gift Ideas, According to an Avid Camper

Camping cookbooks, comfy loungewear, and a flask with camp-ready features are only a few of our ideas for the outdoor adventurers on your list.

November 5, 2024 07:21 PM

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Jessie Beck

4 Days In

4 Days in Alberta: Dogsledding, Cave Tours, and Indigenous Campfire Stories

The Canadian province is a winter wonderland filled with memorable scenery and thrilling adventures.

November 20, 2025 10:21 AM

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Jennifer Malloy

A group of people in Alberta, Banff dressed in colorful snowboarding gear town walking across a snowy street in front of Cascade Mountain.

Winter Sports

Why Alberta Should Be Your Next Winter Vacation

With world-class skiing, cozy cabins, and snowy skies, this region of Western Canada is the perfect winter destination.

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