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6 Must-See Biodiversity Hot Spots—and How to Visit Ethically

Biodiversity hot spots offer some of the most compelling sights on the planet. They’re also being threatened by climate change and COVID-19.

July 23, 2021 03:22 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Hotels

How Sydney’s Hoteliers Are Saving the City’s History

Rather than constructing new glass boxes, hoteliers in Sydney are converting heritage buildings into boutique stays, helping to preserve a piece of the city’s character.

September 11, 2019 02:46 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Bars + Nightlife

This Distillery Is Reinventing the Way Caribbean Rum Is Made

Cayman Spirits Co., which just celebrated its 10th anniversary, is the only distillery in the world that uses the ocean to age its rum.

December 21, 2018 07:39 PM

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Ashley Mateo

Art + Architecture

The World’s Best Cities for Street Art

Local and international graffiti artists have helped transform these destinations into open-air exhibitions of urban creativity.

November 30, 2018 06:12 PM

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Sarah Buder

History + Culture

A Black History Tour of Paris

Follow in the footsteps of prominent African American writers, artists, musicians, and activists who sought refuge in Paris during the 19th and 20th centuries.

February 4, 2020 06:00 PM

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Nneka M. Okona

Festivals + Events

How the Iconic Imagery of Mexico’s Día de los Muertos Has Evolved

The Mexican holiday is deeply rooted in the tradition of honoring the deceased, but its iconic symbols and colorful celebrations have distinct lives of their own.

July 17, 2018 08:00 PM

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Allegra Ben-Amotz

Tips + News

How to Pretend You’re in the Caribbean at Home

Use this itinerary as a guide to recreate the best parts of a Caribbean vacation—the music, the food, but not the sand—at home during lockdown.

June 19, 2020 06:12 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Outdoor Adventure

8 Tiny Travel Trailers We’re Drooling Over Right Now

These small, self-contained, and irresistibly adorable trailers will fit perfectly into your camping plans—and your driveway.

May 27, 2020 05:15 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Air Travel News

TSA PreCheck Members, Get Ready to Start Using Facial Recognition

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration is planning to incorporate more biometric screening measures within airports, and TSA PreCheck members will be kicking off the process.

October 19, 2018 07:36 PM

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Michelle Baran

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The Adventurous Drinker’s Guide to Belgian Beers

The journey of a thousand Belgian beers starts with a single sup.

June 8, 2020 06:58 PM

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Tim Chester

Road Trips

Let These Companies Plan Your Next Road Trip

As many of us opt to hit the open road this year, there’s an easier way. Why not have someone else figure out where you’re going to stay and what you’re going to do along the way?

October 16, 2020 05:37 PM

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Michelle Baran

Where to Travel Next

AFAR Editors’ Favorite Summer Destinations

Here’s where AFAR staffers have the fondest memories of traveling to soak up the summer sun.

May 29, 2019 03:10 PM

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Staff

Cities We Love

The African Cities You Should Visit Now

Africa’s natural wonders tend to hog the spotlight, but increasingly, travelers are falling in love with creative urban hubs across the continent like Kigali and Nairobi.

May 29, 2019 01:08 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Art + Culture

The Art Lover’s Guide to Arizona

The Grand Canyon State is rich in artistic attractions, including world-class museums, lively festivals, and several Frank Lloyd Wright sites.

January 14, 2020 08:46 AM

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Nora Burba Trulsson

Outdoor Adventure

Learning to Live With Less in the Colombian Amazon

A mother travels into the rain forest with her husband and two young sons, where they learn invaluable lessons from the indigenous Tikuna people about existing without modern luxuries.

October 25, 2019 01:25 PM

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Michele Bigley

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