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Health + Wellness

I Used Astrocartography to Decide Where to Travel Next. Here’s How It Went.

This travel-based astrology practice can help you determine the best destinations for visiting, living, and working.

December 18, 2023 08:00 AM

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Maliah West

The guitar player from Everyday Everybody jumping mid-air while performing with his band at the 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C.

Bars + Nightlife

A D.C. Musician on the City’s Go-Go Roots, Favorite Venues, and Where to Eat After a Show

From clubs to coffee shops, discover the capital’s best spots to experience its local sound, thanks to Everyday Everybody.

Sponsored by washington.org

International Beaches

Enjoy Pink-Sand Beaches and Snorkel to Shipwrecks on This Island Territory

Where to find Bermuda’s plentiful pink stretches and snorkeling hot spots.

January 10, 2025 02:53 PM

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Sandy Allen

San Francisco, California / United States of America - 5/14/2020: San Francisco Japantown Pagoda During the Day

Cities We Love

Is This San Francisco’s Most Underrated Neighborhood?

Here’s what to do, eat, and see in this tiny San Francisco neighborhood.

April 5, 2024 02:25 PM

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Jessie Beck

Spring 2025

These Are the Best New Hotels of 2025

Afar’s picks for the 25 best new hotels in the world.

April 3, 2025 08:59 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Dining al fresco just outside of Lisbon in Almada

Food + Drink

This Coastal Region Is Europe’s Most Underrated Food Destination

From seafood feasts to rare wines, experience Portugal’s rich flavors in Lisbon and the surrounding area with TAP’s direct flights from major U.S. cities and stopover program.

Sponsored by Visit Portugal and TAP Air Portugal

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The trail is a curated collection of national and state parks, observatories, planetariums, and musuems that offer travelers a deeper connection to the planets and stars up above.

February 4, 2025 06:24 PM

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Bailey Berg

Discover Lake Tahoe on Foot With These Incredible Hikes

Hiking + Cycling

6 of the Most Beautiful Hikes in Lake Tahoe

These hiking trails in North and South Lake Tahoe provide options for a scenic adventure at every skill level.

April 3, 2024 03:23 PM

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Suzie Dundas

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Expedition Cruises

11 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Traveling to Antarctica

From the best seasickness meds to how to interpret your packing list—here’s what you need to know before taking an expedition cruise to the White Continent.

January 8, 2025 08:38 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Packing Tips + Gear

9 of the Best Travel Backpacks for Your Next Trip

With load-bearing technology borrowed from the backcountry and styling fit for any city, these travel backpacks are ready for every adventure.

August 12, 2024 08:00 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A bright red trolley in Prague, Czech Republic, with a vintage red car in the background and historic buildings all around

Travel Tips + Etiquette

6 Tips for Travelers Who Want to Move Abroad—and Companies That Will Help You Do It

Expats and digital nomads who have already made the leap offer their advice. Plus, companies that can make the process much smoother.

January 29, 2026 06:58 PM

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Meagan Drillinger

12 Dreamy Blue Ridge Mountain Cabins You Can Rent on Airbnb and Vrbo

Hotels

16 Dreamy Blue Ridge Mountain Cabins You Can Rent on Airbnb and Vrbo

Plan a getaway to the Blue Ridge Mountains with one of these isolated cabins you can rent in North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, or Georgia.

November 10, 2023 02:26 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Rolling green hills are basked in sunlight and the town of San Luis Obispo is seen in the valley.

Cities We Love

Slow Travel Is In, and This California Town Does It Right

From scenic bike rides and historic spas to stylish hotels and eco-friendly wineries, there are many ways to enjoy San Luis Obispo mindfully.

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