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U.S. Beaches
You’ll Find Seafood Shacks, Surf Spots, and Scenic Hikes in These Charming U.S. Beach Towns
These Afar editor–approved recommendations include spots on the East and West coasts.
June 22, 2026 01:33 PM
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Staff
The Canadian
Trending News
Want to See Canada by Train? Here’s Why 2026 Is Your Year
June 22, 2026 10:14 AM
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Sarah Arksey Njegovan
Montana countryside in Custer's gravesite at the battle of Little Bighorn overlooking the vast midwest American landscape on a cool spring day. there is a metal art installation of the battle
America 250
Lowriders, Rodeos, and Cowboy Poetry: America 250 Celebrations in the West
June 22, 2026 07:04 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
An unlabeled jar of peanut butter surrounded by whole peanuts
Air Travel News
Peanut Butter? Ranch? The Surprising Things You Can’t Bring Through TSA
June 21, 2026 09:07 AM
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Billie Cohen
Terrace rooms and Brasserie Angelica showcase the Newman's blend of design, dining, and neighborhood connection.
Stay Here Next
This New Hotel Feels Like London at Its Most Local
June 19, 2026 12:14 PM
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Lucy Kehoe
a view of the pool, yellow and white stiped loungers and red-orange umbrellas at Silver Lake Pool & Inn in Los Angeles, a Palisociety hotel
Hotel News + Openings
Marriott Just Added These 16 Stylish Boutique Hotels to Its Bonvoy Program
June 19, 2026 12:09 PM
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Bailey Berg
side shot of drummers in revolutionary garb, walking the parade in front of crowds in Bristol, Rhode Island
America 250
Tall Ships, Block Parties, and the Oldest Fourth of July Parade: America 250 Celebrations in the Northeast
June 19, 2026 06:58 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
Two Women in French Broad River with Oxbow River Snorkeling
Outdoor Adventure
The Most Unusual Snorkeling Experience in the United States Isn’t in the Ocean
June 18, 2026 05:08 PM
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Annie Brown Verdin
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Hotels
These Are the Best Hotels in Vancouver
June 18, 2026 04:20 PM
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Ann Shields
the façade of Mount Rushmore, with a purple sky illuminated by an array of orange fireworks behind the presidents' faces
America 250
Mount Rushmore Festivities and a 1,900-mile Pony Ride: America 250 Celebrations in the Midwest
June 18, 2026 03:20 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
A dining table and chairs as well as some loungers on an outdoor deck on the Windstar Star Seeker cruise ship
Small Ship Cruises
Are You an Introvert or an Extrovert? This Newly Launched Yacht-Style Cruise Ship Is Ideal for Both
June 18, 2026 02:54 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
A safari vehicle stops at a health checkpoint along a dirt road in Uganda
Trending News
What Travel in Central and East Africa Really Looks Like Amid the Ebola Outbreak
June 17, 2026 06:17 PM
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Alicia Erickson
Villa Argentina terrace with view of Dubrovnik's Old Town
Hotel News + Openings
One of Dubrovnik’s Most Beloved Waterfront Hotels Is Back
June 17, 2026 06:05 PM
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Kristin Vuković
Garner state park hiking views.
Road Trips
The Ultimate Texas Hill Country Road Trip Includes Tree Houses, Tubing, and Tacos
June 17, 2026 05:49 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
New York City took first place again in 2022.
Cities We Love
The Best City in the U.S. is Also The World’s Most Linguistically Diverse
June 17, 2026 03:56 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
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Trains
This Newly Updated Luxury Train Takes Travelers Deeper Into the Balkans
June 17, 2026 11:56 AM
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Nicole Trilivas
Two children on water off a beach shore
U.S. Beaches
Skip the Summer Crowds at These Underrated U.S. Beach Getaways
June 17, 2026 10:30 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Interior image of downtown Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Trending News
These Are the 20 Busiest Airports in the United States
June 17, 2026 10:06 AM
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Michelle Baran
A black and white image of a Pan Am Clipper Express airplane
Trending News
Pan Am Is Back—This Time With New Luxury Global Trips
June 16, 2026 07:36 PM
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Jeri Clausing
An airstream trailer at Autocamp Yosemite
Hotels
Airstreams. Canvas Tents. Tiny Cabins. These Are the Best Glamping Brands for Every Type of Traveler
June 16, 2026 11:53 AM
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Bailey Berg
3EPTBXH Seattle, USA. 15th June, 2026. Seattle, Washington, June 15, 2026: Egypt's Ahmed Fatouh (13) advances with the ball while being challenged by Belgium's Thomas Meunier (15) during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match at Seattle Stadium in Seattle, Washington, USA. Belgium faces Egypt in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match at Seattle Stadium. Photo by Sandra Agbotse/Sipa USA Credit: Sipa USA/Alamy Live News
Trending News
A Last-Minute World Cup Trip Is More Doable Than You Think—Here’s Why
June 16, 2026 11:47 AM
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Bailey Berg
San Francisco, CA - June 10, 2023: Participants in Juneteenth Parade to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans and celebrate African American culture and contributions.
Trending News
From Galveston to Tulsa, These Juneteenth Events Honor Freedom and Resilience
June 15, 2026 06:46 PM
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Lydia Price
Left: A serene aerial view of the sandy beach and coastline of Saugatuck, Michigan; right: CommunityPRIDEFest
LGBTQ Travel
This Midwest Region Is a Relaxing Escape for Wine, Art, and LGBTQ+ Community
June 15, 2026 05:46 PM
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Matt Kirouac
Several older white people sitting outside, with a crumbling yellow building as the backdrop, in Italy
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Do You Tip in Italy? Sometimes—Here’s When and How Much to Give
June 15, 2026 02:33 PM
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Becca Blond
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Off The Tourist Trail
Skip the Crowds: Smarter Ways to Experience the Caribbean
June 15, 2026 09:02 AM
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Laura Begley Bloom
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Where to Travel Next
The 11 Most Charming Villages and Towns on the French Riviera
June 13, 2026 07:18 AM
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Sophie Friedman
David Barzelay of San Francisco's lauded Lazy Bear restaurant has created a dish made of a hashbrown with pickled relish and cured trout roe for United
Air Travel News
United’s Business Fliers Will Be Served Meals by the Stars of Netflix’s Chef’s Table. Here’s a Sneak Preview
June 12, 2026 05:18 PM
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Chris Dong
Williamsburg, VA USA - September 16, 2022: Shields Tavern, a historic eating restaurant, in the tourist town of Colonial Williamsburg
Food + Drink
14 Ye Olde Historic Taverns Across 7 U.S. States Where You Can Toast the Revolution
June 12, 2026 01:27 PM
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Brooke Barbier
two people sitting by the lake with mountains in the background and the picture is made to look like it's been ripped in half
Travel Tips + Etiquette
What Happens if Your Relationship Ends Before a Big Trip? Well, Now There’s Insurance for That
June 12, 2026 12:35 PM
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Mark Ellwood
National Landing presents Pride Happy Hour at Freddie’s Beach Bar on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Arlington. (Asico Photo)
LGBTQ Travel
Why You Should Visit This Queer Military Bar Created During a Time of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
June 12, 2026 09:56 AM
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Katie Chang
An A-frame Airbnb cabin in Canada sitting atop granite rocks with a smattering of tall, slender pine trees around and a sunset in the distance
Loyalty + Rewards
Chase Sapphire Preferred Just Added Major New Card Benefits—While Removing Some Others
June 11, 2026 06:33 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
People riding colorful boats in the Xochimilco canals of Mexico City
Trending News
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico Has a New Message for Travelers as the World Cup Begins
June 11, 2026 05:45 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
American Airlines Plane at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Trending News
American Airlines Suspends 6 Domestic Routes Due to Rising Fuel Costs
June 11, 2026 05:42 PM
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Bailey Berg
Chimney Rock an abrupt butte near Cortez, 2015
History + Culture
This National Park Alternative in Colorado Allows Only 30 Visitors per Day
June 11, 2026 02:40 PM
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Daliah Singer
Experience the British Isles with fewer crowds on Atlas Ocean Voyages’ fall sailing.
Cruise
The Best Small-Ship Cruises to Take This Fall
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