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Left: Boca Chita Lighthouse Biscayne National Park; right: EVERGLADES, USA - NOVEMBER 30, 2013: group of international tourists leaving from the airboat pier. The Everglades are a natural region of wetlands in the southern portion of the US state of Florida.

National Parks

Which Florida National Park Fits You Better? Everglades Versus Biscayne

Both national parks are near Miami but seem worlds away from each other.

January 23, 2026 06:19 PM

Jesse Scott

A rendering of a hot tub, outdoor shower, and two-person lounger on a outdoor deck that will be part of the spa area on the new Amangati yacht

Cruise News

Aman Is Launching a Wellness-Focused Luxury Yacht That Will Sail in Europe Next Year—and Bookings Are Now Open

January 23, 2026 05:07 PM

Jessica Puckett

An airport and airplanes covered in snow

Air Travel News

Here’s What to Do as Soon as Your Flight Is Canceled or Delayed

January 23, 2026 03:15 PM

Michelle Baran

Soori Penang courtyard with trees and black and white architecture

Hotel News + Openings

This UNESCO-Designated City in Southeast Asia Just Welcomed a New Heritage Hotel

January 23, 2026 02:32 PM

Kathryn Romeyn

Aerial Image of Negril Jamaica featuring beach, sunset, clear water, vacation destination and serenity

January 23, 2026 02:12 PM

Sheryl Nance-Nash

A guest room at Eriro in Austria with a balcony facing snow-covered mountains

Hotels

The Best Hotels in Europe for a Winter Trip Full of Hot Pools, Snow-Covered Slopes, and Fondue

January 23, 2026 12:51 PM

Adam H. Graham

Health + Wellness

Go It Alone: Where to Hike, Meditate, and Breathe Among Trees This Year, All on Your Own

January 23, 2026 12:37 PM

Aislyn Greene

Flight attendant pouring coffee into a paper cup on an airplane

Air Travel News

Another Major U.S. Airline Is Doing Away with Plastic Cups

December 26, 2023 10:26 AM

Bailey Berg

Park Hyatt New York, sleek hotel, museum-quality pieces on display, near Carnegie Hall

Loyalty + Rewards

Hyatt’s Loyalty Program Is Making Exciting Changes in 2024

December 26, 2023 07:26 AM

Paul Rubio

Where to Travel Next

A Native Texan’s List of the 9 Best Places to Visit in the Lone Star State

December 23, 2023 03:46 PM

Mae Hamilton

Images of Zodiac cruising in Antarctica (left) and the Arctic (right)

Expedition Cruises

Antarctica or the Arctic: Which Polar Cruise Is Best for You?

December 22, 2023 06:11 PM

Jeri Clausing

The Goodtime Hotel's pool area is flanked by pink cabanas and blue and white umbrellas.

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Luxury Hotels and Resorts in Miami

December 22, 2023 01:00 PM

Matt Meltzer

The Away Bigger Carry-On is one of AFAR's favorite carry-on suitcases.

AFAR Approved

Is the Away Bigger Carry-On Worth the Hype?

December 22, 2023 10:55 AM

Lyndsey Matthews

Andaz Prague is located in the city's iconic Sugar Palace. This guest room living area features a cerulean sofa and large windows that let in ample natural light.

Hotels

Tattoos, Performance Art, Graffiti: How Luxury Hyatt Hotels Connect Guests to Brag-Worthy Local Experiences

December 22, 2023 10:00 AM

Jennifer Flowers

The reception area at Bann at Oak Knoll is filled with Thai art from owner and chef Lalita Souksamlane’s private collection.

Hotels

How to Get Access to Five-Star Resort Amenities—Without Spending the Night

December 22, 2023 08:45 AM

Katherine LaGrave

The Best Pink Sand Beaches Around the World

International Beaches

The 10 Prettiest Pink Sand Beaches in the World

December 22, 2023 08:36 AM

Lottie Gross

Sailing ships line the port in Nice, France

Cruise

You Should (Really) Book a Mediterranean Cruise This Winter—Here’s Why

December 21, 2023 01:26 PM

Michelle Baran

A group of people on a guided tour of Hollyford Track in Fiordland National Park, New Zealand

History + Culture

7 Meaningful Ways to Experience Māori Culture in New Zealand

December 21, 2023 01:26 PM

Laura Dannen Redman

people walking on street during daytime in Osaka Japan, with signs in Japanese. Some of the storefronts have giant sculptures of animals as their signs, like a chicken or a turtle. A TV tower is visible at the end of the street

December 21, 2023 09:50 AM

Tiana Attride

Collage of travel gear on colorful backgrounds

Packing Tips + Gear

December 21, 2023 07:18 AM

Lyndsey Matthews

Aerial view of the beach and coastline in Tulum, Mexico, with buildings and hotels with thatched roods and pools

Air Travel News

You Can Now Fly Direct to This Mexican Coastal Paradise

December 20, 2023 08:24 PM

Meagan Drillinger

Illustration of a globe depicting a handful of flight routes

Air Travel News

These Are the Busiest Flight Routes in the World

December 20, 2023 07:10 PM

Michelle Baran

Chef Ashleigh Shanti wading in a river and holding a she just caught while fly fishing.

Hiking + Cycling

Asheville Chef Ashleigh Shanti on the Power of Play, From Foraging and Swimming to Hiking and More

Sponsored by Explore Asheville and written by Cortina Jenelle Caldwell

Italy Drops Health Pass Requirement for Entering Restaurants, Museums

Books

14 Books to Read if You’re Dreaming About Italy

December 20, 2023 10:32 AM

Sara Button

People walking into the Capital One Cardholder Lounge on Miami Beach

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Access VIP Events With Your Premium Credit Card

December 20, 2023 09:28 AM

Paul Rubio

On certain peak days in 2024, you won't be allowed to enter Yosemite National Park without an advance reservation.

December 19, 2023 05:07 PM

Bailey Berg

Live out your best desert island life at the likes of Playa Fronton in the Dominican Republic.

Beaches

The Best Beaches in the Dominican Republic—and the Hotels to Stay At

December 19, 2023 05:00 PM

Bailey Berg

Woman dancing in a green mountain scene wearing a gauzy flowing dress.

Art + Culture

Asheville’s Creative Scene Is Bursting With Talented Artists. Here’s Where to Find Them.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville and written by Joanne O’Sullivan

The interior of the National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C.

Art + Culture

10 Must-Visit Museums in Washington, D.C.

December 19, 2023 01:57 PM

Mae Hamilton

10 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Frequent Travelers

Packing Tips + Gear

13 Great Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Travelers

December 19, 2023 01:08 PM

Lyndsey Matthews

The World’s Most Luxurious “Hut-to-Hut” Hikes

Hiking + Cycling

7 Incredible Hut-to-Hut Hikes Around the World

December 19, 2023 01:02 PM

Maggie Fuller

Image of a volcanic and lava flowing in Iceland

December 19, 2023 11:33 AM

Michelle Baran

This guest room at the Regent Hong Kong features views of Victoria Harbour.

Stay Here Next

This Reimagined Icon Is One of Hong Kong’s Most Exciting New Hotels

December 19, 2023 10:22 AM

Chris Schalkx

Image of Southwest aircraft wing and a Southwest plane through a window with rain drops sliding down it

Air Travel News

Southwest to Pay $140 Million Penalty for Holiday 2022 Meltdown

December 18, 2023 05:19 PM

Michelle Baran

The Best Resorts in Fiji for Every Type of Trip

Hotels

The Most Beautiful Resorts in Fiji

December 18, 2023 04:07 PM

Judy Koutsky

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