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Loyalty + Rewards

3 New Online Travel Tools to Know Now

Get discounts, extra miles, and even gift cards with these techy tools.

March 30, 2017 06:56 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Natural Wonders

On Thin Ice: Finding New Life on a Frozen Lake in Siberia

When photographer Marisa Marulli dropped everything and flew to Siberia to drive across the frozen Lake Baikal, she took her life into her hands in more ways than one.

April 6, 2018 04:47 PM

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Marisa Marulli

Travel Vanguard

AFAR’s 2018 Travel Vanguard: The Visionaries Who Are Transforming the Industry

These nine individuals are harnessing the power of travel to make a difference in the world.

October 2, 2018 02:02 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Tips + News

What Life Looks Like in Countries Coming Out of Lockdown

As some regions open up from COVID-19 restrictions, we ask citizens what the post-quarantine world looks like.

May 27, 2020 02:46 PM

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Terry Ward

Air Travel News

7 Addictive Gluten-Free Airplane Snacks

Wholesome, filling, and—yes—downright delicious, we’ll be stocking up on these gluten-free and allergen-friendly snacks for all our flights.

November 16, 2017 05:00 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Packing Tips + Gear

How Away Revolutionized the Future of Smart Suitcases

The luggage company promises to make packing and traveling simple—one thoughtful suitcase at a time.

December 8, 2015 06:38 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Art + Culture

This Is What Everyday Life in the Middle East Actually Looks Like

This Instagram project gives a glimpse at life in the Middle East beyond the headlines.

May 17, 2017 02:43 PM

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Sarah Buder

Art + Culture

This Instagrammer Got a Behind-the-Scenes Tour of India’s Textile Industry

Esther Huynh spent three weeks photographing tradition, culture, and color in India— and she got paid to do it(!).

January 13, 2017 11:44 AM

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Sarah Buder

Hiking + Cycling

So You Want to Plan a Cycling Vacation?

There are more cyclists on the road than ever before. Here’s what you need to know before you roll.

April 19, 2021 09:09 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The 1 Sign You’ve Become Like a Local, According to an Experienced Expat

AFAR writer Lisa Abend is a serial expat. She knows she’s officially settled in to a new home when she gains a true understanding of local etiquette.

February 13, 2017 03:31 PM

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Lisa Abend

Where to Travel Next

Where We’ll Go in 2021—When We Can

12 writers on the quarandreams they can’t wait to make a reality.

November 30, 2020 09:15 AM

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Staff

Festivals + Events

This Music Festival Venue is Unlike Anything You’ve Ever Seen

Arcosanti is not your average city, and FORM is not your average music festival.

May 6, 2016 04:42 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Travel Tips + Etiquette

5 Things to Know Before You Go to Iran

September 14, 2015 06:43 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

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

Restaurants + Cafés

The Best Gelato Shops in Italy

Because not all gelato is created equal.

September 14, 2017 08:00 PM

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Nile Cappello

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