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Find the right destination for the right time of year. That might mean northern Italy in February, Belize in September, Mallorca in the summer, or Frankfurt in the fall.
Where to Travel Next
Where to Travel Each Month of The Year
Get a travel idea (or ten) for each month of the year.
March 20, 2026 03:22 PM
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Mark Ellwood
Spirit Island, Maligne Lake, Jasper National Park, Alberta
National Parks
An Essential Guide to Jasper National Park—Where Glacial Lakes and Hot Springs Are Calling
March 20, 2026 02:30 PM
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Juliette Recompsat
Left: Ursa; right: Sunset in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona with mountains and saguaro cacti and other desert vegetation.
Food + Drink
An Experimental Desert Cuisine Is Blooming in This Southwestern State
March 20, 2026 12:38 PM
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Chris Malloy
Driving through the Sahara Desert with Accessible Morocco Consultants, Morocco.
Outdoor Adventure
I’ve Dived, Trekked, and Safaried the World in a Wheelchair—Here’s Who Made It Possible
March 20, 2026 11:13 AM
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Sophie Morgan
A superbloom of wildflowers in California
Outdoor Adventure
A Super Bloom Just Peaked in California, but There’s Still Time to See Other Spectacular Flowers
March 20, 2026 08:10 AM
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Mae Hamilton
Trekking in Cami de Cavalls Menorca
Outdoor Adventure
Hike 115 Miles Around This Spanish Island for Farmhouse Stays, Mediterranean Swims, and Well-Earned Siestas
March 19, 2026 05:51 PM
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Sara Lieberman
Accommodations at Joali Maldives with plunge pool and deck area
Hotels We Love
A Caribbean Island Escape, an Alaska Fishing Lodge, a Venetian Craft Hotel: 7 Women-Owned Hotels
March 19, 2026 02:38 PM
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Alicia Erickson
The Best Travel Accessories We Never Leave Home Without
Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Travel Accessories We Never Leave Home Without
December 14, 2023 11:46 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Volcano covered by a cloud in the daytime
Beaches
The Best Time to Visit Costa Rica
December 14, 2023 11:08 AM
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Erin Van Rheenen
A classic pink car drive down a Havana street with a mural of Che Guevara
Family Travel
Discover Your Dream Off-the-Beaten-Path Trip
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A close-up of a person's hand taking a picture of a scenic river overlook.
Packing Tips + Gear
AFAR’s Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Your Phone
December 13, 2023 01:59 PM
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Daniel Dumas
A wooden deck around a small pool with a sand dune in the background and a thatched roof cutting into the top of the frame
Where to Travel Next
13 Great Beaches for Winter Sun
December 13, 2023 11:42 AM
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Lottie Gross
A stone staircase rising through the forest, surrounded by tree trunks and green plants, with a mountain lake in the distance
Hiking + Cycling
These 3 Long-Distance Scenic Trails Have Joined the National Park System
December 13, 2023 10:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
a map of the world made out of leaves and small white flowers
Travel Tips + Etiquette
9 Ways We’re Going to Travel Differently in 2024 to Make the World Better
December 13, 2023 08:30 AM
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Billie Cohen
A horse carriage going down a colorful neighborhood in South Carolina.
Cities We Love
The Essential Guide to Charleston’s Neighborhoods
December 12, 2023 02:02 PM
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Ann Shields
At PS Atlanta, full private suites go for $4,850 for a group of up to four people.
Air Travel News
Atlanta Airport’s New Private Terminal Starts at $1,000 per Visit—and We Got a First Look
December 12, 2023 12:24 PM
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Barbara Peterson
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Epic Trips
At a Magic Mushroom Retreat, a Comedian Reluctantly Embraces Her “Healing Journey”
December 12, 2023 11:28 AM
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Negin Farsad
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Cities We Love
The Essential English City to Visit—and the Best Things to Do There
December 12, 2023 09:53 AM
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Billie Cohen
Read Your Way Across the USA: 14 Books to Inspire Your Next Trip
Books
16 Books About the USA Every Traveler Should Read
December 12, 2023 09:22 AM
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Shannon Reed
Parisians and tourists enjoy food and drinks outside at a cafe in Paris with a navy blue exterior
Loyalty + Rewards
Why the American Express Gold Card Is Perfect for Food-Loving Travelers
December 12, 2023 09:11 AM
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Paul Rubio
The porte-cochère of the Fontainebleau Las Vegas has a soaring white ceiling.
Hotels
A Sneak Peek of Las Vegas’s Most Over-the-Top Resort Opening of 2023
December 12, 2023 09:00 AM
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Matt Villano
Photo of tranquil blue Gellért Thermal Bath in Hungary
Health + Wellness
The Ultimate Guide to Budapest’s Historic Thermal Baths and Spas
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Light shines through stained glass in exterior view of Dohány Street Synagogue in Hungary
Art + Architecture
Uncover Budapest’s Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventures
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Aerial view of the bowed, grass-covered rooftop of the Museum of Ethnography in Hungary
Museums + Galleries
Why Hungary Is an Epic Vacation for Culture Lovers
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Expedition Cruises
Feeling Wild? Consider an Intimate Safari Cruise in Africa
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A photo of the village of Albarracin, Spain at sunset, with rocky blue mountains in the background and pink-ish buildings perched on a mountain ledge.
Trending News
These Were the Most Searched for Travel Destinations of 2023, According to Google
December 11, 2023 09:41 AM
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Jessie Beck
Exterior view of Titiana yacht
Trending News
The Super-Yacht Featured in The Crown Is Available to Book
December 09, 2023 09:00 AM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Embrace Spain's second largest city's rich art and architecture including the Arco de Triunfo
Air Travel News
United Just Added This New Nonstop Flight to Europe From California
December 08, 2023 03:35 PM
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Michelle Baran
Three Rimowa Original Collection suitcases in black, titanium, and silver colors on a white background with AFAR Approved logo in pink
AFAR Approved
Is Rimowa’s Aluminum Luggage Actually Worth the Price?
December 08, 2023 02:08 PM
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Paul Rubio
Waters of Waikiki against the city skyline
U.S. Beaches
Where to Find the Best Surf Spots in Hawai‘i
December 08, 2023 12:20 PM
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Rachel Ng
Google Flights’ tools can help you avoid unexpected baggage fees.
Packing Tips + Gear
What Happens to Airlines’ Unclaimed Baggage?
December 08, 2023 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
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Outdoor Adventure
How to Explore the World’s Rivers—and Protect and Preserve Them, Too
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The waterways of Mallorca, Spain.
Where to Travel Next
The 10 Best Islands to Move to After Retiring
December 07, 2023 11:30 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The CAMP brand has become known for developing interactive and engaging experiences for kids.
Hotel News + Openings
Marriott Is Upping Its Kids Club Game in a Seriously Fun Way
December 06, 2023 07:55 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
The dining area in the Silver Endeavour Owners Suite
Cruise
How to Choose the Best Cabin on Any Cruise
December 06, 2023 07:32 PM
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Brittany Chrusciel
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