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From the mountains of Iran and the backstreets of Yogyakarta to war-torn Addis Ababa and a hillside roost in Taiwan, this is the riveting story of a wanderer whose thirst for travel was never-ending.

Split! Eight Quirky Border Towns

Embrace a rustic, woodsy vibe at these timber lodges such as the Fairmont Le Château Montebello in Quebec.

Finding a charming alpine town snug at the base of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains may make skiers, hikers, and lovers of beauty feel like they’re having a fever dream, but the dream is real. Whether you come in winter for the world-class downhill skiing and snowboarding, or in summer for mountain biking, hiking, gallery-hopping, and long evenings spent on restaurant decks, you’ve found Whistler Village, one of the jewels of British Columbia.

Enjoy a drink by the fire in après-ski bliss or dine on a spacious deck overlooking the green slopes on a long summer night—Whistler serves up plenty of tasty options for eating, drinking, and living the good life in this British Columbia mountain village.

In Scotland, a writer disconnects from civilization and discovers something much more. . . civilized.

Three of the chef’s favorite places to eat.

A blind man travels to Helsinki to find out if there’s more to Finland’s sauna culture than meets the eye.

Philip Glass: On Tour, Not a Tourist

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Ryan Knighton to Egypt’s sprawling capital with just 24 hours’ notice.

Albert Kahn’s photographic archive is a mesmerizing record of human history.

Want to camp—but in style? Check out one of these amazing places to go glamping in the U.S., all of which cater to those who want to get back to nature but without letting go of creature comforts.

If you’re looking for accommodations that are more geared toward longer-term or family stays, check out Pan Pacific Mountainside. All 121 rooms include fully equipped kitchens—perfect for longer visits when you’ll need to cook the occasional meal for yourself. Suite sizes range from studios to two bedrooms, meaning there’s plenty of space to bring along the kids or travel in groups.

From Quebec to British Columbia, check in to one of these quaint and design-forward boutique hotels in Canada.

Discover things to do and where to stay in Tofnio, an island getaway in British Colombia, Canada.