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Unpacked by Afar

Unpacked by AFAR tackles one tricky topic in travel each week. Whether you want to hack your points and miles, figure out where to travel next, or need advice on an ethical dilemma, we"re your expert travel guides. Because the travel world is complicated. We"re here to help you unpack it.

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29:00

”Wonder Is Real and it Lives Here.” The Most Wintry...

Unpacked by Afar ·

2024/12/12

Winter is the best time to visit the Yukon territory. Follow one writer as she travels by dog sled and snowmobile, dons snowshoes for a hike through Tombstone Territorial Park and witnesses the beauty of the northern lights and communal reclamation alongside locals. In this episode of Unpacked by Afar, we follow the infamous “call of the wild” into the Canadian Yukon. How To Plan a Winter Trip to the Yukon Territory In this episode you’ll learn: How to travel in Yukon Territory during the

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28:09

How To Navigate the New Rules of Tipping

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2024/12/05

Wondering when, where and how much to tip when you travel? Since the pandemic, tipping requests show up in places they never have before, such as farmers' markets and fast-food counters. In this episode, two experts help you navigate the changing landscape of tipping so you can tip with respect to the people who serve you and to your wallet, wherever you go. Tips to Improve Prompt Service In this episode you’ll learn: Typical tips for any situation from hospitality staff to baristas. How

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16:31

Afar, A Retrospective: A Poet’s Travel Guide to...

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2024/12/03

This podcast episode is part of Afar, A Retrospective. As part of Afar’s 15-year anniversary celebration, this episode from our sister podcast, Travel Tales by Afar, was selected as one of our favorites. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do—and stay tuned for more archival Travel Tales episodes from September - December 2024. Explore more of our favorite stories over the years at afar.com/fifteen.Two months after her house burned down, Afar sent the award-winning author of Miss Burma, Charmaine

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37:56

Holiday Replay: Ever Wonder Where Unclaimed Luggage...

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2024/11/28

What happens to suitcases that can’t be reunited with their owners? It’s not something we think about that often, but for Bryan Owens, it’s an entire business. He’s the CEO and now-owner of the Scottsboro, Alabama–based Unclaimed Baggage, the only store in the United States that sells lost luggage. As you’ll hear in today’s episode, his dad launched the business more than 50 years ago with an old Chevy pickup and $300. And now the business stocks more than 7,000 new items a day. The company

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35:16

The 25 Most Exciting, Crowd-Free Places to Visit in 2025

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2024/11/18

Mark our words: 2025 will be the year of crowd-free travel. That’s why our editors and contributors spent months seeking out 25 incredible, undertouristed destinations to explore next year. Our annual Where to Go list spotlights under-the-radar escapes, alternatives to popular hotspots, and interesting places around the world you may have been overlooking for too long. And in this episode of Unpacked by Afar, four editors share how they chose those places, where they're most excited to visit, and

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19:45

Afar, A Retrospective: A Malaysian Chef Reclaims Her...

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2024/11/14

This podcast episode is part of Afar, A Retrospective. As part of Afar’s 15-year anniversary celebration, this episode from our sister podcast, Travel Tales by Afar, was selected as one of our favorites. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do—and stay tuned for more archival Travel Tales episodes from September - December 2024. Explore more of our favorite stories over the years at afar.com/fifteen.A pet orangutan, a 106-year-old grandma, and a wedding where 10,000 guests were fed. When writer and

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36:35

The Hack That Will Solve All Your Overpacking Woes

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2024/11/07

Wendy Mak, the author of The Capsule Wardrobe: 1,000 Outfits From 30 Pieces, shares how to pack with ease by using the philosophy she mastered to help countless clients create capsule wardrobes. From how to create your own capsule travel wardrobe, no matter the weather to multifunctional footwear and space-saving essentials—conquer your packing woes once and for all. How To Create a Travel Capsule Wardrobe. In this episode you’ll learn: How to take the principles of a capsule wardrobe and

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20:43

Afar, A Retrospective: Why a Train Trip Across the...

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2024/11/05

This podcast episode is part of Afar, A Retrospective. As part of Afar’s 15-year anniversary celebration, this episode from our sister podcast, Travel Tales by Afar, was selected as one of our favorites. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do—and stay tuned for more archival Travel Tales episodes from September - December 2024. Explore more of our favorite stories over the years at afar.com/fifteen.Can a train be a travel destination? Welcome to “Amtrakistan.” On a quest to cure his chronophobia

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38:36

The Creepy, Spooky, and Downright Weird Things That...

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2024/10/31

Can a scary story inspire you to travel? The hosts of National Park After Dark have been spooking listeners into enjoying the outdoors for years. In this episode of Unpacked by Afar, Cassie and Danielle share the stories that continue to haunt them, what it’s like to stay in historic hotels with ghostly reputations, and how these morbid stories created a community of better prepared travelers. What Can Go Wrong In National Parks? In this episode, you’ll learn: How these stories can empower

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39:57

From Gullah Geechee to Beach Jams: Peeling Back the...

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2024/10/24

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is so much more than its gorgeous beach. This week, follow Unpacked by Afar host Aislyn Greene as explores the 14 communities that make up the Grand Strand, a coastal community in South Carolina.She tours Myrtle Beach's food, music, and culture scenes and drives down the Grand Strand to see the gardens and parks that beckon visitors away from the sand. In this episode, you’ll get off-the-beaten path and gain insight to plan your own unique vacation in Myrtle

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26:21

Afar, A Retrospective: The Incredibly True Story of...

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2024/10/22

This podcast episode is part of Afar, A Retrospective. As part of Afar’s 15-year anniversary celebration, this episode from our sister podcast, Travel Tales by Afar, was selected as one of our favorites. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do—and stay tuned for more archival Travel Tales episodes from September - December 2024. Explore more of our favorite stories over the years at afar.com/fifteen. A day in the life of a rent-a-friend can run the gamut of fake romance, crying at funerals and a

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40:00

I Have Insomnia—So I Tried Sleep Tourism to See if It...

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2024/10/17

Would you travel for a better night’s sleep? Sleep packages at luxury hotels ranging from menus with sleep-promoting ingredients to hypnotherapy sessions promise to promote better sleep, both during and after your stay. In this episode of Unpacked, contributing writer Chris Colin travels to four different “sleep hotels” to find a cure for his own insomnia and discover what our sleep issues–and solutions–reveal about our collective psyche. Does Sleep Tourism Work? In this episode you’ll

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47:26

A Local’s View of Paris: Off the Beaten Path in a...

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2024/10/10

Sidestep a stereotypical trip to Paris with cultural insights from journalist and long-time Paris resident Lindsey Tramuta. In this episode of Unpacked by Afar, she shares ways that Paris has changed over the last 20 years and tips for travelers to key into those changes when they travel.From etiquette to fashion, cuisine to favorite neighborhoods—she helps you experience Paris off the beaten path. Paris Like You Haven’t Seen It Before In this episode, you’ll learn: How Paris is blossoming into

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17:28

Afar, A Retrospective: Why Did I Bring a Teenager to...

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2024/10/08

This podcast episode is part of Afar, A Retrospective. As part of Afar’s 15-year anniversary celebration, this episode from our sister podcast, Travel Tales by Afar, was selected as one of our favorites. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do—and stay tuned for more archival Travel Tales episodes from September - December 2024. Explore more of our favorite stories over the years at afar.com/fifteen. Hoping to recreate the same magical trip she took as a teen, author Emma John takes her friend’s

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24:25

Holiday Travel Tips for Stress-Free Trips:...

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2024/10/07

How do you manage stress when you’re traveling during the holidays? And is it better to book with points or cash during some of the busiest travel days of the year? Believe it or not, it’s almost time to book your holiday travel, and our friends at NerdWallet have some tips for traveling stress-free. In this special episode of NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, their objective finance journalists answer real-world questions to help you make smarter decisions with your money and help your finances

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35:16

This Wilderness Lodge Will Take You to the Center of...

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2024/10/03

Explore an ancient, biodiverse rainforest by land, sea and air at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge in British Columbia. In this episode of Unpacked by Afar, follow senior deputy editor, Jennifer Flowers, as she hikes through new and old forests in Ursus Valley, tastes bull kelp on a boat ride in Clayoquot Sound and helicopters to a mountain peak. She learns why “untouched” isn’t an accurate description for a remote rainforest like this one on Vancouver Island. From the histories and sustainable work of

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51:26

These Three Women Travel Solo With Confidence (Now...

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2024/09/26

Embrace the benefits of solo travel with seasoned tips to conquer fears, make the most of any trip and respond confidently to concerned loved ones. From the best places to visit solo to how to make plans for unexpected hiccups— in this episode of Unpacked by Afar, audio engineer and solo traveler Nicolle Gatleland chats with Pamela Holt, the host of TV Show, Me, Myself and the World: The Art of Solo Travel, and Bonderman Travel Fellowship advisor, Brook Kelly, to give you the tools to safely enjoy

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18:22

Afar, a Retrospective: Comedian Negin Farsad Makes...

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2024/09/24

This podcast episode is part of Afar, A Retrospective. As part of Afar’s 15-year anniversary celebration, this episode from our sister podcast, Travel Tales by Afar, was selected as one of our favorites. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do—and stay tuned for more archival Travel Tales episodes from September - December 2024. Explore more of our favorite stories over the years at afar.com/fifteen.We sent Fake the Nation host and comedian, Negin Farsad, on a last-minute trip to America’s Heartland,

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33:36

I’m a Polyglot—These Are the Secrets to Learning New...

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2024/09/19

What if they don’t understand me, speak too fast, or worse—ignore my attempt and revert to English? Polyglot and Babbel instructor Noël Wolf, is well-versed in overcoming barriers and connecting with locals through language learning. From how learning 10 phrases led to being treated like family, to learning Spanish by playing volleyball— she shares the secrets to having deeper travel experiences through language learning. Learn a Language, Unlock a Culture. In this episode, you’ll

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67:29

The Spontaneous (Travel!) Story of How Afar Came to Be

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2024/09/12

No plan. No luggage. Five weeks in India. Joe Diaz and Greg Sullivan, dreamed up Afar on a beach in Goa more than 15 years ago. In this candid episode of Unpacked, they reflect on what they’ve learned by helping people travel deeper. From the spontaneous trips that honed the company’s values to how they’ve helped shape the travel industry, get an inside look into the transformative power of rallying around travel as a force for good. But, How Many Kitchen Tables Have You Visited? In this episode,

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