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The Spanish Steps in Rome viewed from a side street, with pink flowers line the center of the steps
Air Travel News
Alaska Airlines Launches Its First-Ever Flights to Europe
The Seattle-based airline will begin operating the new transatlantic flights in 2026.
June 03, 2025 06:45 PM
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Bailey Berg
Southampton UK Town Quay Marina and passenger terminal with large cruise ship. Aerial view on a sunny morning. Hazy sky from smoke air pollution. Mirror like calm blue sea with sailing boats mooring.
Cities We Love
This Southern British City Is Often Overlooked—but Travelers Are Missing Out
June 03, 2025 04:41 PM
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Lottie Gross
The living area of a pool terrace suite at the Capella Taipei has floor to ceiling windows and wood floors
Stay Here Next
This On-the-Rise Asian Capital Gets a Luxury Hotel With Street Eats, Local Crafts, and Temple Adventures
June 03, 2025 03:38 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
Thailand is just one of many countries that have long been a tourist destination, but now have huge wins in LGBTQ rights.
LGBTQ Travel
7 Countries That Are Getting Friendlier for LGBTQ Travelers
June 03, 2025 12:42 PM
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Todd Plummer
Hillsides and water in Japan's Kyushu Island
Food + Drink
Japan Has 72 Microseasons. This Couple Wants to Help You Experience Them All From Their Countryside Kitchen
June 03, 2025 12:02 PM
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Elena Valeriote
Driving across blue and red states taught one gay couple a few tips and safety considerations for LGBTQ travelers.
LGBTQ Travel
6 Safety Tips My Husband and I Learned Road-Tripping Across the U.S. as a Gay Couple
June 03, 2025 11:59 AM
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Matt Kirouac
A road runs through Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden on the island of Oahu with grass and numerous palm trees lining both sides of the road and large green cliffs rising in the distance with fog at their peaks
Trending News
Hawai‘i Becomes First U.S. State to Implement “Green Fee” Tourist Tax in Effort to Better Protect the Islands
June 02, 2025 06:26 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Cruise
There’s a New Way to Sail in the Galápagos—With No Crowds and Plenty of Comfort
May 15, 2025 01:45 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
People enjoying the nice summer weather in Meldrum Bay, Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada
History + Culture
You Can Camp on Remote Lakes, Soar Over a National Park, and Spot Polar Bears on These Epic Canadian Tours
May 15, 2025 12:54 PM
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Debbie Olsen
"Teatro Victoria", Medellín
Food + Drink
Roasted Stuffed Pig Is a Must Eat When in Colombia—Plus 10 Other Foods You Can’t Miss
May 15, 2025 09:01 AM
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Cat Sposato
The Detroit venue El Club is a dedicated supporter of independent music.
Cities We Love
The Ultimate 48 Hours in Detroit for Music Fans
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Kayaking on Summersville Lake is a summertime treat.
Outdoor Adventure
7 Stunning Lakes and Rivers to Explore in Appalachia
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The pool at Grand Hotel Fasano sits by the shores of Lake Garda in Italy.
Stay Here Next
This Idyllic Italian Lake Is an Overlooked Alternative to Lake Como—Here’s Where to Stay
May 14, 2025 12:21 PM
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Alia Akkam
The Congregation is a laid-back café housed in a former church in Detroit’s Boston-Edison Historic District.
Food + Drink
The Essential Detroit Travel Guide for Foodies
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An image of caviar and cream atop a cake-like rectangle on an oval white plate, alongside a glass of Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Champagne and a bottle of the same
Air Travel News
A First Look at United’s New Business-Class “Studios” (Which Come With a Helping of Caviar)
May 13, 2025 07:52 PM
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Chris Dong
Camping Checklist: What to Pack for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
Camping
The Ultimate Camping Checklist for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
May 13, 2025 01:59 PM
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Jessie Beck
Two adults and a a child stand on the deck of a Paul Gauguin Cruises ship looking out a big green mountainous island
Cruise
Even If Your Family Has Never Been on a Cruise Before, This Might Be the No. 1 Reason to Consider It
May 13, 2025 01:18 PM
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Fran Golden
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Food + Drink
This Is the World’s First Michelin-Starred Ice Cream Shop
May 13, 2025 12:01 PM
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Clarissa Wei
The Siren Hotel’s lobby
Art + Culture
9 Must-Visit Detroit Spots for Art and Style Lovers
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Many travelers don't have a Real ID or passport
Air Travel News
The Real ID Requirement Is Now in Effect—Is It Holding People Up at the Country’s Airports?
May 12, 2025 06:28 PM
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Jennifer Billock
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Spring 2025
Surfing Isn’t out of Reach for Blind Travelers. Here’s How I Made it Happen in Hawai‘i
May 12, 2025 02:19 PM
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Ryan Knighton
A mother and two children play in the sand, while their grandfather stands in the shallow ocean water nearby
Family Travel
I Often Travel With My Older Parents and Younger Kids—These Are 9 Tips I Recommend to Keep Everyone Happy
May 12, 2025 01:53 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
A man putting a plastic bag of toiletries into a TSA security tray containing a wallet, phone, and belt
Air Travel News
Help! I Left Something on the Plane or at TSA. How Do I Get It Back?
May 12, 2025 11:11 AM
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Stacey Lastoe
A high view of bridges over a river leading to Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.
Road Trips
This U.S. Road Trip Is Full of Small Towns, Mountains, and Stargazing
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A view of the sun setting over mountains covered in green trees in West Virginia.
Outdoor Adventure
This Underrated Destination Is the Perfect Place to Unplug
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United airplanes parked at gates at Newark Liberty International Airport
Air Travel News
What’s Going on at Newark Airport, and How It Could Affect Your Upcoming Flights
May 09, 2025 05:49 PM
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Barbara Peterson
Ace Hotel & Swim Club in the Athens Riviera. Green chaise longues surround a pool; right: the hotel's blue and white exterior.
Hotels
The Seaside Mediterranean City Is Having a Moment—Here’s Why It’s Worth the Trip
May 09, 2025 10:57 AM
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Nicola Chilton
Surf spot Klitmoller, west coast of Denmark.
Where to Go in Summer
11 Best Places to Travel in July
May 08, 2025 04:02 PM
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Mark Ellwood
A collage featuring a mountain road above water in the background, and five black-and-white cutouts of people ranging from a young toddler to an elderly couple
Family Travel
Do You Travel Like a Millennial, a Boomer, or a Gen Xer? Here’s How Each Generation’s Travel Habits Differ
May 08, 2025 12:47 PM
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Terry Ward
Tucked away in the rolling hills of Valle De Guadalupe is the Banyon Tree Veya, a wellness focused luxury hotel. Valle de Guadalupe, is the heart of Mexico’s wine country, producing around 70% of the nation’s wine. In recent years, it’s also become a go-to spot for travelers looking to enjoy wine and eat Baja Med cuisine, a fusion of Mexican flavors with Mediterranean and Asian influences. / Bethany Mollenkof for Afar Magazine
Spring 2025
For Some of the World’s Most Exciting Wines, Travel to Mexico
May 08, 2025 09:59 AM
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Anya von Bremzen
A view of JetBlue's Mint class, or business-class seats, with the overhead bins open and several pieces of blue luggage sitting within them
Air Travel News
The Best Airlines in North America for Each Flight Class, Ranked
May 07, 2025 06:52 PM
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Michelle Baran
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