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The Grand Staircase at Raffles London at The OWO features stone railings and a red carpet, and is illuminated by a large chandelier.

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Winston Churchill’s Old War Office Is Now London’s Most Talked-About Luxury Hotel. Here’s a First-Person Review.

The new Raffles London at the OWO already feels like a grande dame.

December 4, 2023 09:00 AM

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Anya von Bremzen

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

Hotels

9 Hotels That Celebrate Important Women

Women finally get their due at these hotels, which put their stories front and center.

March 5, 2021 10:25 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Food + Drink

From Palm Dates to Cardamom, a Beginner’s Guide to Saudi Cuisine

Influenced by centuries as the center of the spice trade, the flavors of this Arabian country are as diverse as the land itself.

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Weekend Getaways

Why Cambria Is Central California’s Most Relaxing Weekend Break

Spend your days watching whales, strolling on the sand, and sipping local wines on the Central Coast.

May 13, 2021 06:18 PM

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Tim Chester

Museums + Galleries

The World’s First Floating Museum Is Opening in Paris

Float into summer on Fluctuart, a new museum dedicated to street art set on a barge in the Seine.

May 23, 2019 06:45 PM

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Sara Lieberman

Hotels

10 New, Incredible Luxury Hotels Opening Around the World This Spring

AFAR’s resident hotel expert shares the spring hotel openings that are worth a special trip this year.

February 29, 2024 03:11 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

CHARLESTON, SC, USA - AUGUST 5, 2019: St Michael's church, whose bells have crossed the Atlantic seven times after damage, dominates the colorful colonial architecture of historic Broad Street,

History + Culture

Charleston Is Best Explored on Foot—Here Are the City’s Best Walking Tours for Food, Architecture, and History

Do a deep dive into the South Carolina city’s history and cuisine by wandering the streets with an expert guide.

December 9, 2024 01:52 PM

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Ellen Schmedinghoff

Tips + News

This Massive Coronavirus-Themed Mural in the Swiss Alps Inspires Hope

A renowned French artist unveiled the gigantic grass graffiti to convey an upbeat message for people struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 15, 2020 02:04 PM

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Sarah Buder

Art + Culture

The Ballad of Burns, the Country’s Oldest Family-Owned Western Wear Store

Established in 1876 and headquartered in Salina, Utah, Burns has been owned by the same family for six generations.

September 29, 2022 07:27 PM

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Mae Hamilton

A photo of a guest room at the Muir hotel in Halifax, with a tartan blanket designed exclusively for the hotel on the bed.

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Stay Here Next: The Muir Hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia

A new addition to the Halifax waterfront channels Nova Scotia’s maritime history—and future.

February 28, 2023 08:45 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Rows of sun lounge chairs on a snow covered mountain

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Want to Remote Work From Anywhere? Here Are 10 Places We Can Personally Recommend

Afar’s own remote workers and digital nomads share their picks for where to plan a remote work trip, both abroad and in the USA.

February 28, 2025 01:50 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Ocean Cruises

Why Your Alaska Cruise Should Include Extra Time in Anchorage

We have five good reasons to allot extra time ashore in Anchorage before or after your cruise ship adventure.

April 2, 2019 06:10 PM

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Jenna Schnuer

Art + Architecture

The Best Art Exhibitions in Europe This Summer

From Oslo’s first biennale to a provocative exhibit on the Greek island of Hydra, these art shows offer a dose of culture this summer.

April 29, 2019 05:10 PM

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Kimberly Bradley

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