The Away Pages

5 Classic Road Trips Across the U.K. and Ireland

5 Classic Road Trips Across the U.K. and Ireland

Author: Yolanda EvansLead image: The rugged coastline of Donegal, Ireland. Photo by Brian Kelly. There’s no road trip like a British Isles road trip—and these five classic routes in England, Ireland, Northern Ireland,...

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The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Planning a Road Trip

The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Planning a Roa...

Author: Amanda ZuritaLead image: Welcome to Road Trips 101. Photo by Daniel Vargas. Everything you need to plan, prep, and enjoy an adventure along highways and byways. In a time of travel restrictions and social...

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The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Hiking

The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Hiking

Author: Tasheea NicholsonLead image: Hiking up the Gore Range Mountains in Colorado. Photo by Holly Mandarich. Tasheea Nicholson started her outdoor recreation organization, Camping Noire, to contradict the prevailing notion that “black...

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6 Underrated California Towns Perfect for Road Trips

6 Underrated California Towns Perfect for Road ...

Author: Ligaya MalonesLead image: The bluffs of Solana Beach are just a two hour drive from Los Angeles, California. Photo via Wikimedia Beat the crowds at these lesser-known destinations for your...

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How to Spend a Weekend in Taos, New Mexico

How to Spend a Weekend in Taos, New Mexico

Author: Ally BetkerLead image: The Taos Pueblo is the only living Native American community designated both a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and a National Historic Landmark. The best hotels, restaurants, bars, and things...

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6 Lucky Charms From Around the World

6 Lucky Charms From Around the World

Author: Tiana Attride Lead image: The hamsa is a lucky charm with origins in the Middle East. Illustrations by Clarissa Liu. We’re not superstitious, but we are a little ’stitious—especially when it comes...

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The 7 Best Places to Party in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The 7 Best Places to Party in Addis Ababa, Ethi...

Author: Amirah Jiwa Lead image: A club night hosted by Monkey Business in Addis Ababa. Photo by Abdi Bekele. Where to party in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, according to one local DJ and...

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The 11 Best Places to See Art in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The 11 Best Places to See Art in Addis Ababa, E...

Author: Amirah JiwaLead image: Work by artist Tariku Shifer on display at Addis Fine Art. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, is full of art galleries, creative events, and cool crafty shops—you just...

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