Welcome to Afar Atlas

Travel inspiration, stories, tips and guides from destinations around the world. 

Nature Guides

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Arctic Adventure in Tromsø

Tromsø is a hub for Arctic adventures. The surrounding nature & city is a warm & welcoming winter wonderland.

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Eastern Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is known as La Isla del Encanto, which translates to The Island of Enchantment. 

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Southwest Roadtrip

The Southwest is a playground of incredible rock formations, other worldly deserts and endless highways. 

 

City Guides

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Autumn in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a cozy city to visit in autumn. Come to appreciate the historic canals, the city’s food scene and accepting attitude. 

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A Romantic Weekend in Paris

Paris, known as the City of Love, is an enchanting place. It happens to be where we got engaged during a romantic weekend trip. 

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New York City

New York City is an ever-changing landscape of cultures, histories, movements, styles and cuisine. It is a worldly city, both glamorous and gritty. 

 

Travel Resources

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Responsible Travel

A level of responsibility comes with traveling. Travel allows us to step outside of our comfort zone, build empathy and expand our world view.

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LGBTQ+ Travel

There are many LGBTQ+ friendly destinations around the world. Whether well known or not, our community has a footing in almost every city. 

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Traveling During Covid 

Early during the lockdown, I remember looking into the sky and not seeing a single airplane for weeks. The pandemic caused the world to stand still. 

 

Shop

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Tote Bag

The perfect personal carry-on item or to hold groceries after shopping at a local Market. Available in 3 styles in 3 size on our Society 6 shop.

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Journal

A must have when traveling to log journal entires, create lists or to sketch scenic sights. Available in 3 styles, either lined or unlined on our Society 6 shop.

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Folding Stool

Ideal for bringing to the beach, on a picnic in a city park or backpacking in the outdoors. Available in 3 styles on our Society 6 shop.

 
Tromsø sits directly under the Aurora Oval, the ovular path where the Aurora appears above Earth’s northern magnetic pole. We took an “Aurora Safari” outside of the city to an area with dark skies called Grøtfjorden wh
Located just off the highway in Cabazon, CA, these dinosaurs captured our attention and imagination. This roadside attraction, considered to be one of the greatest, features two giant dinos: A pinkish brachiosaurus named Dinny the Dinosaur and a gree
Birdwatching in the Ballestas Islands. We were really hoping to spot a penguin waddling along
Located within in the Sonoran Desert outside of Tucson is Saguaro National Park, home to the Saguaro Cactus. The Saguaro is the classic symbol of the Southwest with its tall waxy green trunk and multiple arms. We spent the day hiking through the Cact
Taking a moment to catch our breath and take in the view after snowshoeing up the mountainside overlooking a Norwegian fjord.
Mojave good day! We couldn’t resist the bad desert pun but have a good day anyway 😆
Salvation Mountain is a massive art piece located in the California Desert inspired by the simple message, “god is love.” Love, in our opinion is the true theme of this place. The mountain is covered in colorful and peaceful imagery of wa
In addition to its Western history and Americana vibes, the town of Holbrook is known for its rockshops and roadside dinos. These two long necks in front of the Rainbow Rockshop were begging for us to say hi.