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HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN TOKYO FROM HOME HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN TOKYO FROM HOME In middle school, I traveled from Okinawa, where I was raised, to Tokyo for the first time. I was instantly enamored with the city’s hustle and bustle, lights, gastronomy, noise, and unparalleled …

HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN ROME FROM HOME HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN ROME FROM HOME Italy has always been the nation with which I feel the strongest spiritual ties, as a recovering archaeology student and longtime classics enthusiast. Rome was also my first urban love, even though …

HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN NYC FROM HOME HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN NYC FROM HOME Everybody has a different reason for visiting New York: the architecture (the Chrysler Building, the sleek office towers of Wall Street, the grand edifices like Grand Central Station), the food (the restaurants, …

HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN NAPA VALLEY FROM HOME HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN NAPA VALLEY FROM HOME In the era of COVID-19, one thing is certain: everyone is drinking a lot more wine. There’s not much that can console you after another day of bad news, postponed …

HOW TO SPEND A BEST TRIP-DAY IN NEW ORLEANS FROM HOME HOW TO SPEND A BEST TRIP-DAY IN NEW ORLEANS FROM HOME New Orleans’s environment is so important to the city’s attraction; it’s the welcoming, funky attitude that makes the city more appealing than its museums, activities, or views. Although …

HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN SYDNEY HOW TO SPEND BEST TRIP-DAY IN SYDNEY It’s unlikely that you’ll be traveling to Australia or New Zealand anytime soon unless you reside in their “travel bubble.” However, there are ways to make you feel as though you’re in Sydney, complete with flat …

HOW TO SPEND A DAY IN AUSTIN FROM HOME HOW TO SPEND A DAY IN AUSTIN FROM HOME In my early 20s, I relocated to Austin, mostly drawn by the city’s well-known live music scene and the prospect of many bartending jobs to supplement my income. Even though I was …

TOP 10 MIDSIZE AMERICAN CITIES FOR 2020 TOP 10 MIDSIZE AMERICAN CITIES FOR 2020 Why is a city such a great place to visit and live in? Naturally, nice weather is helpful, but so are delicious meals and a vibrant culture. However, it goes much beyond that. Diversity, economic potential, …

THE UNITED STATES FINEST SMALL CITIES FOR 2020 THE UNITED STATES FINEST SMALL CITIES FOR 2020 It’s a great idea to think about going on your first, careful expedition to a nearby location you might have missed in the past as coronavirus lockdowns progressively lift and we start to travel …

TAKING IN GENUINE MARRAKECH TAKING IN GENUINE MARRAKECH This itinerary is a part of afar.com’s Travel Tales, a collection of inspirational travel experiences. Visit the Travel Tales homepage to read more tales of life-changing journeys and inspirational itineraries. Even though COVID-19 has put a stop to a lot of trip …