Mexico's pre-Columbian civilizations can be hard to keep straight, but they shared a few common traits. Most of their archaeological sites include ball courts, they considered corn an essential crop, and they all built pyramids. Their handiwork can now be found throughout Mexico, offering a window into the country's ancient past. Read on for what you need to know about Mexico's famous pyramids, including 10 of the most spectacular, culturally important ones in the country. How many pyramids are there in Mexico? The short answer is: Nobody knows.

https://www.afar.com/magazine/the-top-10-pyramids-in-mexico

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Even if you have your packing strategy down to a science, you've probably had at least one run-in with a bulging carry-on bag that won't fit into the overhead bin as a flight attendant glares at you. Even worse, you may have been forced to gate check when your hard-case roller didn't fit snugly in the dreaded measurement box. Did the airline website understate how seriously gate agents would take size limits, or did you flat-out forget to check? To add to the confusion, restrictions vary by airline and even ticket class—meaning that suitcase you seamlessly brought on board for one flight might be gate checked on another.

https://www.afar.com/magazine/a-guide-to-carry-on-luggage-size-restrictions

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The sailing and yachting crowds know the British Virgin Islands as one of the most spectacular places for island-hopping in all of the Caribbean. At any time here, you'll see their billowing sails and fancy boats dotting the horizon. Where there are islands to hop, of course, there are also beaches to plop down on and enjoy—not to mention beach bars serving frosty drinks. We've rounded up the best beaches in the British Virgin Islands to visit next time you're moving around this magical archipelago, including a peaceful cove with world-class snorkeling and an uninhabited island surrounded by deep blue seas.

https://www.afar.com/magazine/best-beaches-in-the-british-virgin-islands

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Nothing puts a damper on a trip like arriving at your destination with body aches after flying. Unfortunately, uncomfortable airplane seats often cause exactly that to happen, especially on long-haul flights. But there are things travelers can do during the trip to help prevent that discomfort, such as taking frequent walks up and down the aisle, getting the right neck pillow and lumbar support, and wearing effective (but still cozy and fashionable) compression socks. Despite your best efforts, though, it's possible that once you check into your hotel you might notice that you have body aches from flying or leg cramps from being confined in a small space for hours.

https://www.afar.com/magazine/9-ways-to-get-over-post-flight-aches-fast

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