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Madrid’s Best Hidden Neighborhoods for Tapas

From tucked-away courtyards to historic taverns, these lesser-known spots reveal the heart of the city.

Sponsored by Madrid City Tourism

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Hotels

Dark Skies and Wild Nights: This New Safari Camp in Kenya Lets You Sleep Under the Stars

At this new safari camp in Kenya, the adventure doesn’t end when the sun goes down. Instead, the night sky becomes the main attraction.

April 08, 2025 10:59 AM

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Megan Eaves

Outdoor Adventure

5 Stunning Caves You Can Visit in the U.S.—No Spelunking Skills Required

Go beyond busy national parks at these show caves across the USA.

April 04, 2025 05:02 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Spring 2025

These Are the Best New Hotels of 2025

Afar’s picks for the 25 best new hotels in the world.

April 03, 2025 08:59 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Where to See California Wildflowers, Even Without a Super Bloom

Where to Go in Spring

Where to Spot Wildflowers in California’s National Parks, Deserts, and Alpine Landscapes This Spring

From desert blooms in Death Valley to coastal florals in the Channel Islands and popular poppies in the Sierra foothills, here’s where to find California’s best wildflowers.

March 24, 2025 07:53 PM

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Deb Hopewell

Art + Culture

The Best Concert in New York Is in a Harlem Apartment

For 30 years, Marjorie Eliot has hosted jazz sessions in her Sugar Hill home. There’s no place in the city quite like it.

March 18, 2025 02:17 PM

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Shannon J. Effinger

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Cities We Love

This Caribbean Island Is a Favorite for Cruise Travelers. But You Need to Stay Longer to Fully Appreciate It

At this Caribbean cruise port, the beach is only a few steps away from the docking point.

March 10, 2025 04:35 PM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Cathay Pacific Debuts Its New Aria Suites in its Business Class

Expiry date: 1 Nov 27

Air Travel News

Cathay Pacific’s Gorgeous New Aria Suite Business-Class Seat Launches Later This Year—Is It Worth It?

The Hong Kong–based carrier will roll out its fancy new suites on U.S. routes later in 2025. We got a sneak peek.

February 26, 2025 06:20 AM

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Chris Dong

People walking around in front of the Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica de la Encarnación in Málaga, Spain, an ornate off-white colored cathedral with several towers

The hit HBO series’ third season has scenes shot in Koh Samui and Bangkok. Here’s an in-depth look at the Thailand resorts and destinations featured.

February 14, 2025 06:45 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Outdoor Adventure

Many People Don’t Know This Type of Safari Exists—but It’s the Best Way to See Animals Up Close

Weaving along a maze of channels and lagoons, you never know what nature will throw at you.

February 10, 2025 02:57 PM

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Alexandra Owens

A waterfall that appears to be on fire because of the angle at which it's illuminated by the sun.

National Parks

Yosemite’s Rare “Firefall” Only Happens Once a Year—Here’s How to See It

The National Park Service estimates viewers will be able to spot Horsetail Fall’s famed “firefall” from February 8 to 23 this year.

January 21, 2025 06:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Aurora Expeditions's Greg Mortimer expedition vessel in Greenland sailing among icebergs with striking cliffs in the background

Cruise

There’s a Very Good Reason You Should Book a Cruise Right Now

“Wave season” is a promotional period when cruise lines roll out some of the best discounts, free flights, and attractive upgrades of the year. Here’s when it is and what’s on offer.

January 21, 2025 04:40 PM

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Bailey Berg

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