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We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
The Services are operated from the United States. If you access the Services from outside the United States, you do so at your own risk and are solely responsible for compliance with applicable local laws.
Certain features of the Services — including magazine subscriptions and newsletters — may require you to create an account. When registering, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to keep it updated. You may not create more than one account for the same Service.
You are solely responsible for the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity under your account. Notify us immediately at notification@afar.com if you become aware of any unauthorized use of your account. We are not liable for any loss resulting from your failure to protect your credentials.
We reserve the right to refuse registration, or to suspend or terminate any account, at any time and for any reason, in our sole discretion, with or without notice.
Afar is a travel media company. Our Services include, without limitation:
“Afar Content” means all articles, photography, video, audio, graphics, guides, data, and other materials created, commissioned, published, or licensed by Afar and made available through the Services. Afar Content does not include User Submissions (as defined in Section 7).
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Afar grants you a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Services and Afar Content solely for your own personal, non-commercial informational purposes.
This license permits you to:
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Subscription Content: Access to digital and print editions of Afar and Suitcase magazines may be subject to applicable subscription terms, incorporated by reference. Subscription content may only be accessed by the subscribing account holder and may not be shared or transferred outside the scope of the applicable subscription.
Afar and its licensors own all right, title, and interest in and to the Services and all Afar Content, including all copyright, trademark, trade dress, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property rights. Nothing in these Terms transfers any ownership to you or grants any rights beyond the limited license in Section 4.
The Afar and Suitcase names, logos, taglines, and all related marks and brand elements are trademarks or service marks of Afar LLC. You may not use any Afar trademark without our prior written consent.
For reproduction, licensing, or reuse inquiries beyond the scope permitted by Section 4, please contact notification@afar.com.
In using the Services, you agree not to:
Afar does not currently accept user-generated content — such as user-uploaded photographs, articles, or reviews — on afar.com or suitcasemag.com. Some legacy user-generated content from prior years may remain accessible on our websites, but we are not accepting new contributions of that kind. The limited submission scenarios described below are the only ways users currently submit content to Afar.
Afar may invite you to respond to surveys, polls, or similar requests through our newsletters or other communications. By responding, you grant Afar a worldwide, perpetual, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and publish your response (in whole or in part, with or without attribution) for editorial, research, promotional, and other business purposes. Responses are voluntary. You acknowledge that any information you provide to us may be shared by us provided that we do so in compliance with our Privacy Policy.
When you tag Afar, respond to an Afar social media prompt, or otherwise share content directly with Afar on a third-party social platform, you grant Afar a limited, non-exclusive license to repost or republish that content in connection with the Services or Afar’s promotional activities. Afar will use reasonable efforts to credit you when reposting your content. This license does not obligate Afar to use your content or to provide any compensation.
If Afar enables user commentary features on any of its websites in the future, this Section 7 and any supplemental terms posted at that time will govern those submissions.
With respect to any content you submit to Afar, you represent and warrant that: (a) you own or have all rights necessary to make the submission and to grant the license above; (b) the submission does not infringe any copyright, trademark, privacy, or other right of any third party; and (c) the submission does not violate any applicable law.
The Services may contain links to, or embed content from, third-party websites and services not owned or controlled by Afar. Afar does not endorse or assume responsibility for the availability, accuracy, or content of any third-party site. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.
The Services include advertising sold by Afar to third-party advertisers. Advertising may be targeted based on content, context, or user activity.
Afar receives compensation in connection with the Services in various forms, including without limitation:
Afar discloses affiliate relationships and other material commercial arrangements in accordance with applicable FTC guidelines. The existence of any commercial arrangement does not guarantee favorable editorial coverage or influence our independent editorial content.
Your use of the Services is subject to our Privacy Policy (afar.com/about/privacy-policy) and Cookie Policy (afar.com/about/cookie-policy), both incorporated by reference. The Privacy Policy describes in detail what information we collect, how we use it, with whom we share it, and how you can exercise your rights. In the event of a conflict between this Section and the Privacy Policy, the Privacy Policy controls.
In connection with your use of the Services, we may collect:
We use the information we collect to operate and improve the Services; fulfill subscriptions and process payments; send newsletters and other communications you have requested; personalize your experience; serve and measure advertising; conduct analytics; detect and prevent fraud and abuse; comply with legal obligations; and communicate with you about your account or these Terms.
We may share your information with: advertising partners and networks (in accordance with our Cookie Policy and applicable privacy law); analytics providers; subscription fulfillment and payment processors; email service providers; and other service providers who process data on our behalf. We do not sell your personal information in the traditional sense, but certain sharing with advertising partners may qualify as a “sale” or “sharing” under California law. Please see our Privacy Policy for details and opt-out instructions.
If you subscribe to a newsletter or other email communication, you may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email. You may also contact us at privacy@afar.com (for Afar brand communications) or suitcaseprivacy@afar.com (for Suitcase brand communications). We may still send you transactional or account-related communications that are necessary to provide the Services.
California residents have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”), including rights to know, access, delete, correct, and limit the use of their personal information, and to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for targeted advertising. Residents of Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Texas, and other states with comprehensive privacy laws may have similar rights. To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@afar.com (Afar brand) or suitcaseprivacy@afar.com (Suitcase brand), or follow the instructions in our Privacy Policy.
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information we collect. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. If you have reason to believe that your interaction with us is no longer secure, please notify us immediately at notification@afar.com.
Certain Services — including print and digital editions of Afar magazine and any subscriptions offered under the Suitcase brand — require a paid subscription. Subscription pricing, billing cycles, automatic renewal terms, cancellation rights, and refund eligibility are disclosed at the time of purchase and are incorporated by reference into these Terms.
By providing a payment method, you represent that you are authorized to use it and authorize Afar to charge applicable fees. We may change pricing with reasonable advance notice; if you do not agree, you may cancel before the change takes effect. All fees are in U.S. dollars and are non-refundable unless otherwise stated at purchase or required by law.
Afar respects the intellectual property rights of others and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”). If you believe that material on the Services infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to our Copyright Agent that includes:
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Afar LLC (Afar Media) Attn: Privacy & Legal 43 W 21st Street, #4 New York, NY 10010 Email: notification@afar.com
Photographs appearing on the Services are obtained from various sources, including third-party providers who represent to Afar that they hold the rights to license such photographs. Afar relies on those representations in good faith. If you believe that a photograph on the Services infringes your copyright, please use the procedure in Section 11.1.
We may terminate the Service access of users who are repeat infringers of copyright rights.
Afar strives to maintain editorial independence in its journalism. Our editorial team makes decisions about coverage, recommendations, and content based on journalistic judgment, not commercial relationships. The existence of an advertising, sponsorship, affiliate, or other commercial relationship with a destination, hotel, airline, brand, or other travel supplier does not influence our independent editorial coverage, and does not guarantee favorable mention, inclusion, or review in our editorial content.
It is a common practice in travel journalism for destinations, hotels, airlines, tourism boards, and other travel suppliers (“Suppliers”) to provide complimentary or subsidized travel, accommodation, meals, experiences, or other benefits to journalists and editors in connection with coverage (“Hosted Travel”). Afar staff and contributors may participate in Hosted Travel arrangements. While Afar requires its staff and contributors to maintain editorial independence regardless of any Hosted Travel received, we cannot guarantee that editorial coverage resulting from or related to Hosted Travel arrangements will always be free from potential perception of influence. We aim to disclose material Hosted Travel arrangements in relevant content where practical and consistent with journalistic norms.
Much of Afar’s content is produced by independent contractors and freelance contributors. Afar requires its contributors to disclose any conflicts of interest that may affect their coverage. However, Afar cannot guarantee that it is aware of all benefits, relationships, or arrangements that a contributor may have with a Supplier or other subject of their coverage. Afar similarly cannot guarantee full disclosure with respect to its employees. Readers should be aware that contributors and employees may have relationships with subjects they cover that are not known to Afar.
In addition to its editorial content, Afar produces content for, or in partnership with, third-party advertisers and commercial partners (“Partner Content”). Partner Content differs from Afar’s independent editorial content in that the partner may have had input into the subject matter, messaging, claims, tone, or specific content. Partner Content is always clearly labeled using words or phrases such as “Sponsored,” “Partner,” “Presented By,” “Paid Content,” “In Association With,” or similar designations that indicate a commercial relationship and the partner’s involvement. Afar applies its editorial and creative expertise to make Partner Content informative and relevant to its audience, but readers should understand that Partner Content does not represent the same level of editorial independence as Afar’s unsponsored editorial coverage. Partner Content does not constitute an endorsement by Afar of the partner, its products, or its services.
The views, opinions, and recommendations expressed in Afar’s content — including in articles, reviews, podcasts, newsletters, and social media posts — are those of the individual contributor or speaker and do not necessarily represent the official views or positions of Afar LLC, its management, or its ownership.
Content appearing in the Services — including coverage of or references to destinations, hotels, restaurants, airlines, tours, activities, products, and services — does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee by Afar of any kind. Readers should exercise their own judgment when making travel and purchasing decisions.
While Afar strives for accuracy, travel information is inherently subject to change. Prices, hours of operation, entry and visa requirements, health and safety conditions, transportation schedules, and other details described in our content may change at any time without notice. Afar cannot guarantee that any specific information reflects current conditions. We recommend independently verifying all travel-related information from authoritative sources — including official government travel advisories and embassy websites — before making any travel decisions.
Nothing in the Services constitutes professional legal, medical, financial, immigration, or safety advice. Consult qualified professionals for advice relevant to your specific circumstances.
If you submit suggestions, ideas, or other feedback about the Services (“Feedback”), that Feedback is voluntary and will be owned solely by Afar. You hereby assign to Afar all right, title, and interest in and to your Feedback, and waive any moral rights therein. Afar may use Feedback for any purpose without compensation or credit to you.
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Afar reserves the right, at its own expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which event you agree to cooperate with Afar in asserting any available defenses.
THE SERVICES AND ALL AFAR CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, AFAR DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. AFAR DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR HARMFUL COMPONENTS. AFAR DOES NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, TIMELINESS, OR CONTINUED AVAILABILITY OF ANY AFAR CONTENT, INCLUDING TRAVEL INFORMATION THAT MAY BECOME OUTDATED. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES; THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW.
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE AFAR PARTIES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF GOODWILL, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR THE COST OF SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICES, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY AND EVEN IF AFAR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
IN NO EVENT WILL THE AFAR PARTIES’ TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICES EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE TOTAL AMOUNTS YOU HAVE PAID TO AFAR IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM; OR (B) ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS ($100.00). THIS CAP DOES NOT APPLY TO LIABILITY FOR DEATH OR BODILY INJURY CAUSED BY AFAR’S GROSS NEGLIGENCE, OR TO LIABILITY FOR FRAUD OR FRAUDULENT MISREPRESENTATION.
THE LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN THIS SECTION ARE FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTS OF THE BASIS OF THE BARGAIN BETWEEN YOU AND AFAR. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW CERTAIN LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY; THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW.
Before initiating any legal proceeding against Afar, you agree to attempt good-faith informal resolution as described below. Completing this procedure is a condition precedent to filing any claim, except for emergency injunctive or equitable relief necessary to prevent irreparable harm.
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU AND AFAR AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN AN INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, COLLECTIVE, CONSOLIDATED, PRIVATE ATTORNEY GENERAL, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.
IF A COURT FINDS THIS CLASS ACTION WAIVER UNENFORCEABLE AS TO ANY CLAIM, THAT CLAIM SHALL BE SEVERED AND ALL OTHER CLAIMS SHALL PROCEED ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS. THIS WAIVER IS INDEPENDENTLY ENFORCEABLE AND SURVIVES TERMINATION OF THESE TERMS. IT DOES NOT APPLY TO CLAIMS FOR PUBLIC INJUNCTIVE RELIEF OR ANY CLAIM THAT CANNOT LAWFULLY BE SUBJECT TO A CLASS WAIVER UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.
Mandatory Minimum: Any individual legal claim brought against Afar must seek damages or relief valued at least twenty-five U.S. dollars ($25.00). Claims below this threshold may be brought only in small claims court, to the extent that court has jurisdiction. This minimum does not apply to emergency injunctive relief.
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU AND AFAR EACH KNOWINGLY AND VOLUNTARILY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO A TRIAL BY JURY WITH RESPECT TO ANY DISPUTE, CLAIM, OR ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICES, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, STATUTE, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. EACH PARTY ACKNOWLEDGES THIS WAIVER IS MADE KNOWINGLY AND AFTER HAVING HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO CONSULT WITH COUNSEL.
These Terms, and any dispute, claim, or action arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services, will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods does not apply.
To the extent litigation is permitted under these Terms, you and Afar each irrevocably consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state courts in New York County, New York, and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. Each party waives any objection to jurisdiction or venue in those courts, including any objection based on inconvenient forum.
We may update these Terms at any time by posting a revised version with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Services after updated Terms are posted constitutes your acceptance. Where a modification materially and adversely affects your rights, we will provide at least 30 days’ advance notice by posting on the Services or, if you have an account, by email to your registered address.
We may also modify, suspend, or discontinue the Services (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice, without liability to you.
You may stop using the Services at any time. If you have an account, you may close it by contacting privacy@afar.com (for the Afar brand), suitcaseprivacy@afar.com (for the Suitcase brand), or through your account settings.
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services at any time and for any reason, with or without notice and without liability to you, including for any violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your license to use the Services ends immediately. Sections 5, 7.2–7.5, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, and 23 survive termination.
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and any supplemental terms expressly incorporated herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and Afar regarding the Services and supersede all prior agreements on the same subject.
If any provision of these Terms is held unenforceable, it will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of that provision going forward.
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights hereunder without our prior written consent. Afar may assign these Terms freely, including in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets. Any purported assignment in violation of this provision is void.
By using the Services, you consent to receive communications from us electronically (by email or notice on the Services), and you agree that such communications satisfy any legal requirement that they be in writing.
Afar will not be liable for any failure or delay in performance resulting from causes outside our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, civil unrest, epidemics or public health emergencies, natural disasters, governmental actions, strikes, or disruptions to internet or infrastructure services.
You may not use or export the Services in violation of U.S. export control laws. You represent that you are not located in, and are not a national of, any country subject to a U.S. government embargo, and that you are not on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties.
Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between you and Afar.
For questions about these Terms, to send a formal Dispute Notice under Section 17, or for DMCA copyright notices, please contact Afar at:
Afar LLC (Afar Media) Attn: Privacy & Legal 43 W 21st Street, #4 New York, NY 10010 Email: notification@afar.com
For Afar brand privacy inquiries, you may contact us at privacy@afar.com. For Suitcase brand privacy inquiries, you may also contact us at suitcaseprivacy@afar.com.
For service of legal process, Afar’s registered agent is:
c/o The Corporation Trust Company Corporation Trust Center 1209 Orange Street Wilmington, DE 19801
Please note: The Corporation Trust Company address above is for formal legal service only. All other correspondence, including DMCA notices, dispute notices, and general inquiries, should be directed to the Privacy & Legal Department at the New York address or notification@afar.com.
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