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UNESCO World Heritage
Experience Germany’s Maritime Past and Eco-Friendly Future at These UNESCO Sites
From the protected Wadden Sea to the historic warehouse districts of Hamburg and beyond, a visit to the former Hanseatic League is a dream trip for sustainably minded travelers who love history.
Sponsored by
Hilton and the German National Tourist Board
Longreads
They Used to Be Places Just for Women. Now They’re UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
By the 13th century, many major European cities had established beguinages, or enclosed communities for women looking to live in relative freedom. What remains of them today?
March 08, 2024 09:55 AM
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Melissa Febos
Cruise
Don’t Like Cruising? This New Boutique Ship Could Be Just the Cruise for You
Newly launched cruise line Explora Journeys designed its vessels specifically with the cruise averse in mind. Here’s a first look.
September 13, 2023 10:29 AM
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Laura Itzkowitz
Ukraine + Travel
Cruise Lines Skip Russia and Head to These Beautiful Ports Instead
In light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, cruise lines are steering away from Russian ports to alternate destinations in Estonia, Finland, Germany, and Sweden.
March 14, 2022 09:49 PM
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Fran Golden
River Cruises
Traveling Deeper With AFAR on a European River Cruise
AFAR and AmaWaterways took to the Dutch and Belgian waterways in celebration of a different kind of cruising, with an award-winning ship, exclusive—and active!—experiences, locally sourced cuisine, and more.
February 01, 2022 01:06 PM
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Natalie Beauregard
Tips + News
Summer Was Europe’s Slowest Travel Season in Recent History
And with the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the fall might not be much better.
September 08, 2020 01:37 PM
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Raf Casert
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
The Adventurous Drinker’s Guide to Belgian Beers
The journey of a thousand Belgian beers starts with a single sup.
June 08, 2020 06:58 PM
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Tim Chester
Tips + News
Bruges Is the Latest European City to Crack Down on Overtourism
The Belgian destination will impose new regulations to control the influx of day visitors and cruise ships.
June 18, 2019 01:20 PM
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Sarah Buder
Museums + Galleries
This “Once-in-a-Lifetime Exhibit” Includes the Most Stolen Artwork Ever
A blockbuster exhibition of Jan van Eyck’s work marks the first—and in some cases, the last—time to see some of his masterpieces in one place.
March 10, 2020 06:56 PM
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Sarah Buder
Travel for Good
Travel Makes People Happy–Here Are 25 Stories to Prove It
AFAR’s first-ever Travel Happiness survey asked: What is your happiest travel memory? We read about surrendering to a storm in Honduras, a photo shoot with orangutans, a family dinner in 14th-century French châteaus—and a parade of corgis.
July 31, 2019 05:07 PM
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AFAR Editors
History + Culture
How to Experience Belgium in Midair
Fly Brussels Airlines for an authentic taste of Belgium before you even arrive.
Sponsored by
Brussels Airlines
Trains
Europe’s Most Magnificent Train Stations—and the Rails to Ride to Visit Them
With their historical significance and elaborate architecture and design, these buildings are destinations in themselves.
March 28, 2019 05:01 PM
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Chris Ciolli
Air Travel News
Here’s Why a Stopover with Brussels Airlines Is Your Ticket to a Winter Wonderland
With plenty of cozy old-world charm—as well as some unexpected modern marvels—Belgium’s holiday markets offer a fresh spin on this festive shopping tradition.
Sponsored by
Brussels Airlines
Air Travel News
Brussels Airlines Offers a New Way to See More Europe
Brussels Airlines Offers a New Way to See More Europe
Sponsored by
Brussels Airlines
Expedition Cruises
Cruise News: New Ways to Explore the Galápagos Islands
Plus: An evening of art in Vienna and personal, customized excursions
March 16, 2016 07:39 PM
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Anne Kalosh
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