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S2, E32: Why Maps Are More Important Than Ever

In this episode of Unpacked, we look at how and why maps are made—and the power they have to shape a more equitable world.

September 12, 2023 12:59 PM

total solar eclipse above a mountain range

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S3, E9: Why You Have to See the April Solar Eclipse, According to an Airstream-Loving Astronomy Expert

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, Scott Roberts—founder of Explore Scientific—shares his tips on viewing the April eclipse, how eclipse travel can change your life, and the enduring power of an Airstream.

March 12, 2024 02:57 PM

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S2, E2: Happy New(ish) Year! Now Go Hug a Tree

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, we lace up our boots and enter the wide, wide world of forest bathing.

February 20, 2023 12:40 PM

Travel Tales

S5, E12: Only 10 People Have Walked Around the World—and One Dog.

This week on Travel Tales by Afar, Tom Turcich shares the benefits of walking— whether you’re traversing the world or setting off on a smaller trail.

August 21, 2024 11:24 PM

Head to the beaches of Bartolome Island in the Galapagos to see hermit crabs, blue-footed boobies, and other creatures.

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S3, E2: Where, and Why, to Cruise in 2024

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, cruise expert Fran Golden shares her favorite itineraries for 2024, what’s new in the world of sustainable cruising, and the right cruise for every traveler.

January 23, 2024 01:03 PM

How Can We Be Better Travelers in Europe? Rick Steves Has the Answers.

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S2, E19: Rick Steves Wants to Save the World, One Trip at a Time

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, we speak with travel legend Rick Steves about ethical travel and his climate smart commitment.

June 13, 2023 03:57 PM

Amsterdam brims with iconic sights, and walking and cycling along the canals are not only top experiences, but are also the best ways to get around. The city is home to numerous notable museums, many of which are conveniently gathered on the Museumplein. You can view some of the world’s great paintings at the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. More modern art and design are displayed at the Stedelijk Museum and new Moco Museum. The Anne Frank House, where you can visit the secret annex she and her family hid in during the Nazi occupation, is a moving experience. In the evening, peek into the Red Light District, one of Amsterdam’s most beautiful and historic neighborhoods, then head to a café for a local beer.

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S5, E3: Beyond the Canals: An Insider’s Guide to Amsterdam’s Real Neighborhoods

On this episode of Unpacked: Off the Tourist Trail, Blane Bachelor shares her insider tips on navigating overtourism, cycling like a local, and finding the city’s quieter, more authentic side.

March 17, 2026 03:32 PM

A Challenging New Exhibit Spotlights a Transforming Arctic Through the Eyes of Its Communities

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S2, E3: How to Travel, and Soothe Your Anxiety, in a Climate-Changing World

In this week’s episode of Unpacked by AFAR, senior news editor Michelle Baran explores how we can travel safely, smartly, and compassionately in a climate-changing world.

March 1, 2023 06:25 PM

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