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13 Authentic Places to Shop and Dine in South Carolina’s Holy City

From fresh seafood towers to 100-year-old jewelry boutiques, how to support small businesses and eat local in the legendary city of Charleston.

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Cities We Love

Discover the Real Cape Town in These Unmissable Neighborhoods

Make the most of your visit in outdoorsy Sea Point, buzzing City Bowl, the picturesque V&A Waterfront, and hip Woodstock.

February 9, 2022 05:29 PM

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Mary Holland

Stay Here Next

This New South African Safari Camp Offers Bold Design, Regionally Inspired Cuisine, and Epic Wildlife Viewing

South Africa’s new Masiya’s Camp is a riot of color in the bushveld, with burgundy tents, curated African art, and a strong design point of view.

July 24, 2025 11:25 AM

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Richard Holmes

Lounge area at the Capital One Lounge at Dulles

Air Travel News

Homemade Pop Tarts and Midcentury Design: Capital One Opens New Airport Lounge at Washington Dulles

AFAR got a sneak peek inside the new Capital One Lounge at Washington Dulles Airport that’s open to all.

September 6, 2023 05:21 PM

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Paul Rubio

History + Culture

The Robert E. Lee Statue in Virginia Has Come Down

One of the nation’s largest Confederate monuments has been dismantled in Richmond, where it stood for more than a century.

September 8, 2021 02:38 PM

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Sarah Rankin

Signage of a popular fast food restaurant Jollibee in Antipolo City, Philippines.

Longreads

Why I—and So Many Filipinos—Travel Hundreds of Miles for Jollibee

Jollibee offers a comforting stop—and destination—for Filipinos who travel.

May 1, 2023 07:02 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Hawaii beach Honolulu city travel landscape of Waikiki beach and Diamond Head mountain peak at sunset, Oahu island, USA vacation.

U.S. Beaches

The U.S. Has Nearly 100,000 Miles of Shoreline—These Are the Prettiest Beaches

These nine beaches stand out for both natural beauty and distinct character.

July 14, 2025 05:58 PM

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Becca Blond

The old Point Comfort Lighthouse in Hampton, Virginia

History + Culture

Hampton, Virginia, Has Become a Tourism Destination. Why Now?

Long overlooked for Colonial Williamsburg, Hampton is reconciling with its pivotal history—and drawing travelers in the process.

August 15, 2022 11:07 AM

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Victoria M. Walker

Solvang, CA, USA - November 28, 2019: Danish village of Solvang at sunset, California

Where to Travel Next

18 Places in the United States That Feel Like Europe

If a long-haul flight isn’t in the cards, these U.S. destinations will transport you to far away lands.

April 13, 2026 05:31 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Cities We Love

The New Orleans Neighborhood You Must Visit

Where to eat, shop, and stay in the Garden District and other uptown neighborhoods in New Orleans.

August 7, 2023 06:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Great scenery Khao Sok National Park , stunningly beautiful Cheow Larn Lake, on the mainland between Phuket, Krabi, Khao Lak and Koh Samui

Off The Tourist Trail

How to See Thailand’s Wonders Without Feeling Like a Tourist

Skip Phuket’s crowds for tranquil Koh Yao Noi, get intentionally lost in Bangkok’s alleyways, and savor northern curries at night markets in Nan province.

December 26, 2025 02:08 AM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Road Trips

An Outdoor Lover’s Road Trip on the Oregon Coast

From crabbing to kayaking, Oregon’s stretch of 101 has nature, scenic beauty, and adventure in spades.

May 8, 2024 01:21 PM

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Ami Kealoha

The sun shining over a wooden walking path along an oceanfront cliff

National Parks

7 Less-Crowded Canadian National Parks for Backcountry Skiing, Rainforest Hikes, and Stunning Ocean Vistas

Avoid the crowds at Canada’s busiest national parks by visiting these magnificent, practically empty alternatives, from coast to coast.

January 7, 2026 05:53 AM

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Nick Hilden

A summer in New England just became more achievable thanks to these new Breeze routes.

Air Travel News

Breeze Airways Is Adding Another 22 Routes to These 20 U.S. Cities

Just in time for summer vacation planning, the low-cost startup—with one-way fares as low as $39—announces another major expansion.

February 14, 2023 04:07 PM

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Michelle Baran

A blue and gold train passes a small pond, with mountains in the background

Trains

From the Swiss Alps to the Outback: 9 Scenic Train Rides to Book Right Now

Planes may be much faster, but trains show you the world in more relaxed, scenic manner.

August 25, 2025 01:48 PM

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Alesandra Dubin

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