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Bonjour Québec
Hiking + Cycling
A New, Easy Bike Route from Montreal to Quebec City Is Lined with Fall Foliage and So Many Spas
Brake often along the Eastern Canada Bicycle Route for wild cider, Nordic rituals, and the maple capital of the world.
October 6, 2026 06:39 PM
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Jen Rose Smith
A person in a white suit and red hat walking up the steps to an Air France plane
Air Travel News
The Best First-Class Airline Cabins in the World
October 6, 2026 06:10 PM
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Bailey Berg
Hotel Esencia
Off The Tourist Trail
Off The Tourist Trail, Riviera Maya
October 6, 2026 10:36 AM
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Michaela Trimble
hotel facade with red roof and mountains in the backdrop
hotel facade with red roof and mountains in the backdrop
Hotels We Love
These Are 12 of the Most Haunted Hotels in America
October 5, 2026 06:35 PM
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Bailey Berg
Looking out through the windows at new DiamondAir Lounge at Heathrow Airport with views of the runway
Air Travel News
Heathrow Just Opened an Exclusive New Airport Lounge—but It’s Not in the Airport
October 5, 2026 05:39 PM
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Blane Bachelor
Some of Playa Viva's accommodations are treehouses that hover six feet off the ground.
Some of Playa Viva's accommodations are treehouses that hover six feet off the ground.
Hotels
17 Magical Tree House Hotels Around the World
October 2, 2026 08:20 PM
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Bailey Berg
A tram in Amsterdam featuring an image of Yayoi Kusama and depictions of her art for her Stedelijk Museum exhibit
Museums + Galleries
Yayoi Kusama’s Final Major Exhibit Is Taking Place in Amsterdam
October 2, 2026 05:22 PM
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Bailey Berg
Being Careful Doesn’t Mean Not Traveling
The Future of Travel
Being Careful Doesn’t Mean Not Traveling
June 12, 2020 06:27 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Essential Tips for LGBTQ Travelers in the Great Outdoors
LGBTQ Travel
Essential Tips for LGBTQ Travelers in the Great Outdoors
June 12, 2020 06:11 PM
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Maggie Fuller
How Cancel for Any Reason Travel Insurance Can (and Can’t) Help You
Tips + News
How Cancel for Any Reason Travel Insurance Can (and Can’t) Help You
June 12, 2020 02:55 PM
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Michelle Baran
9 Charming Houseboat Rentals for a Socially Distanced Summer Trip
Epic Trips
9 Charming Houseboats in the U.S. to Rent for Your Next Summer Getaway
June 11, 2020 11:37 PM
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Maggie Fuller
When Will You Travel Again? Our Readers Weigh In
Tips + News
When Will You Travel Again? Our Readers Weigh In
June 11, 2020 06:52 PM
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Tim Chester
Why I’m Proud That Pride Is Canceled
LGBTQ Travel
Why I’m Proud That Pride Is Canceled
June 11, 2020 06:02 PM
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Sally Kohn
This Berlin Theater Shows How Entertainment Might Look Post-Coronavirus
History + Culture
This Berlin Theater Shows How Entertainment Might Look Post-Coronavirus
June 11, 2020 04:32 PM
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Sarah Buder
Portugal Is Reopening for Travelers (and They Won’t Have to Quarantine)
Tips + News
Portugal Is Reopening for Travelers (and They Won’t Have to Quarantine)
June 10, 2020 07:44 PM
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Sara Button
The National Museum of African American History and Culture Is Helping People Talk About Racism
Museums + Galleries
The National Museum of African American History and Culture Is Helping People Talk About Racism
June 10, 2020 04:23 PM
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Sarah Buder
10 Cozy Hotels for a Romantic Getaway
Weekend Getaways
10 Cozy Hotels for a Romantic Getaway
June 10, 2020 09:21 AM
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Erika Hueneke
The Future of Dining Is Alfresco
Bars + Nightlife
The Future of Dining Is Alfresco
June 9, 2020 09:58 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Luxury Travelers Start Booking Again—and It’s Not All Domestic
Hotels
Luxury Travelers Start Booking Again—and It’s Not All Domestic
June 9, 2020 01:07 PM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
How to Visit Austin From Home for a Day
Cities We Love
How to Visit Austin From Home for a Day
June 8, 2020 08:10 PM
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Maggie Fuller
The Adventurous Drinker’s Guide to Belgian Beers
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
The Adventurous Drinker’s Guide to Belgian Beers
June 8, 2020 06:58 PM
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Tim Chester
With Recovery of Last Case, New Zealand Has Eradicated COVID-19
Tips + News
With Recovery of Last Case, New Zealand Has Eradicated COVID-19
June 8, 2020 01:38 PM
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Nick Perry
The Joys of a Virtual Whisky Tasting
Food + Drink
The Joys of a Virtual Whisky Tasting
June 8, 2020 11:24 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Italy’s New Hiking Trail Will Connect 25 National Parks
Hiking + Cycling
Italy’s New Hiking Trail Will Connect 25 National Parks
June 5, 2020 08:28 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Europe Proposes Further Extending Travel Ban Until July 1
COVID + Travel
Europe Proposes Further Extending Travel Ban Until July 1
June 5, 2020 05:23 PM
AFAR Is Too White—and We Plan to Change That
From the Editor
AFAR Is Too White—and We Plan to Change That
June 5, 2020 04:23 PM
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Julia Cosgrove
Yes, Some of Us Can Start Traveling Again—But Should We?
The Future of Travel
Yes, Some of Us Can Start Traveling Again—But Should We?
June 5, 2020 02:15 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Travel Should Be a Force for Good
Travel for Good
Travel Should Be a Force for Good
June 4, 2020 06:26 PM
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Julia Cosgrove
What It’s Like to Get Back out in the World for the First Time
The Future of Travel
What It’s Like to Get Back out in the World for the First Time
June 4, 2020 05:13 PM
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Staff
9 Coffee Subscriptions and Boxes for Beans From Around the World
Food + Drink
9 Coffee Subscriptions and Boxes for Beans From Around the World
June 4, 2020 05:08 PM
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Sarah Buder
Airlines Extend Their Flight Change Flexibility Policies
Air Travel News
Airlines Extend Their Flight Change Flexibility Policies
June 4, 2020 03:18 PM
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Michelle Baran
How to Make Flexible Travel Bookings in Uncertain Times
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Make Flexible Travel Bookings in Uncertain Times
June 4, 2020 02:24 PM
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Michelle Baran
California Hotels Are Opening Amid Unclear Rules
Hotels
California Hotels Are Opening Amid Unclear Rules
June 4, 2020 02:01 PM
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Natalie Beauregard
The National Parks Are Reopening. Here’s What We Know
National Parks
The National Parks Are Reopening. Here’s What We Know
June 3, 2020 08:36 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Italy’s Top Museums Have Reopened Without Crowds
COVID + Travel
Italy’s Top Museums Have Reopened Without Crowds
June 3, 2020 04:13 PM
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