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Taxi Strikes Spread Across Spain in Backlash to Uber

Taxi drivers in Barcelona began striking against “unfair” competition from ride-sharing apps like Uber and Cabify last week. Now drivers across Spain are joining the protest in solidarity.

July 31, 2018 05:26 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Other

Why I Did a Vacation Redo

A terrible trip to Key West when I was a teenager didn’t leave me eager to return. But what I found when I went back surprised me.

March 23, 2020 01:32 PM

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Lindsey Danis

Epic Trips

Good-Bye, Screen; Hello, Nature. 9 Adventures Worth Ditching Your Phone For

No Wi-Fi? No problem. There’s no better way to combat screen fatigue than a stunning adventure with no service. Here are 9 of our favorites.

February 12, 2018 05:26 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

COVID + Travel

Is It Safe to Travel With Unvaccinated Kids in the Era of the Delta Variant?

With the Delta variant having changed the pandemic risk calculus, families with unvaccinated kids are left trying to figure out how to travel safely and whether they even should right now.

August 20, 2021 01:25 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Have the Ultimate Vacation on the World’s Biggest Cruise Ship

Set sail on Royal Caribbean’s new Symphony of the Seas and you’ll be rubbing elbows with close to 6,700 fellow passengers. Here’s how to do it smarter.

April 13, 2018 01:26 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Solo Travel

Why You Can (and Should) Take a Serengeti Safari Alone

Safaris aren’t just for honeymooners. In fact, their mix of structured itineraries and communal dining is great for individual travelers.

June 12, 2018 08:13 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

20 Tourist Attractions Travel Editors Actually Love Visiting

Travel Tips + Etiquette

17 Tourist Attractions That Travel Editors Actually Love Visiting

AFAR is all about traveling deeper, but our editors also love these classic tourist attractions. Here’s why we think you should visit them, too. Yes, even Times Square.

December 15, 2023 09:30 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Packing Tips + Gear

6 Liquids That You Can (and Should) Be Packing in Your Carry-On

Who says your carry-on liquids bag has to be toiletries only?

November 22, 2016 04:07 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Air Travel News

There’s a Secret Way to Try Out Driverless Cars at Heathrow Airport

Not far from Terminal 5, there’s a free carnival ride masquerading as a humble parking lot shuttle.

May 10, 2018 03:10 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Destination Spotlight

The Best Hotels and Resorts in Minnesota for a Truly Local Stay

Find your home away from home at these unique stays, from rural resorts and cozy B&Bs to stylish hotels in the center of the city.

September 28, 2021 05:18 PM

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Cinnamon Janzer

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Travel Rewards Cards Without Annual Fees

Whether you want airline miles, hotel points, or cash back, these no-annual-fee cards can help you earn them quickly.

November 3, 2020 06:12 PM

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Eric Rosen

Weekend Getaways

Local Getaways: An Upstate Escape to Hudson, New York

With the recent opening of the Maker Hotel, plus several new restaurants, now’s the time to visit the small town of Hudson, New York.

October 29, 2020 04:11 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A traditional Balinese wood-carved door.

Style + Design

How and Where to Buy Balinese Wood Carvings

This quick and easy guide covers where to go, what to look for, and how much to expect to pay.

August 1, 2016 05:16 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Tips + News

Our Favorite Travel Stories of 2019

These were the stories we were most excited to read—and share—this year.

December 18, 2019 12:44 PM

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Staff

History + Culture

On the Modern Silk Road, Discover the Colors and Characters of Uzbekistan

Writer Anya von Bremzen reveals why now is the time to experience the Central Asian country’s ancient flavors and traditions.

October 10, 2019 05:11 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

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