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Outdoor Adventure
Visit One of Italy’s Most Beautiful and Beloved Spots—Without the Crowds
How one Afar editor managed to find seclusion in Cinque Terre.
June 17, 2025 01:00 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
People seating in garden chairs alongside a fountain in Paris' Jardin des Tuileries with a Ferris wheel in the background
Family Travel
Every Year This New York Family of 5 Does Summer Camps in Europe. Here’s How They Pull It Off.
June 16, 2025 02:54 PM
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Terry Ward
Most visitors come to Costa Rica for nature. Twenty-five percent of the country is protected, and most natural areas are easily accessible, though some require going off the beaten path. More than 10 conservation areas are within reach of the country’s capital, San José, and each offers a different nature experience. From the last remaining tropical wet forests in the Mesoamerican Pacific, located in Corcovado National Park, to the stalagmite- and stalactite-filled caves of Tempisque Conservation Area, travelers can see a variety of habitats in one trip. As for accommodations, there are plenty of options for roughing it, but Costa Rica also features upscale resorts where you can retreat and recharge after a day outside.
Where to Travel Next
These Are the 5 Best Countries for Retiring Abroad
June 16, 2025 02:32 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
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Stay Here Next
Clinging to the Cliffs of South Africa’s Forgotten Mountains, This Six-Suite Lodge Redefines the Safari Stay
June 16, 2025 12:09 PM
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Melanie van Zyl
Lone tent on a grassy field by the ocean
U.S. Beaches
Wake Up to the Waves at These Beautiful Beach Camping Spots in California
June 16, 2025 02:13 AM
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Jessie Beck
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Trending News
Worried You’ll Face Anti-American Sentiment Abroad? Travelers and Experts Share Their Experiences—and Advice
June 13, 2025 02:30 PM
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Blane Bachelor
St. Lucia
Outdoor Adventure
Why You Should Go to the Caribbean in the Summer
June 13, 2025 01:50 PM
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Laura Begley Bloom
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
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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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Outdoor Adventure
This Underrated Destination Is the Perfect Place to Unplug
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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
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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
Kauai
Outdoor Adventure
Gorgeous Beaches, Small Towns, and Waterfalls: This Is One of the Most Beautiful Islands in the U.S.
May 07, 2025 02:37 PM
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Rachel Ng
orange sitting chairs and tables at the Brazil Advantage VIP Lounge in Belo Horizonte airport lounge
Air Travel News
This Is the World’s Best Priority Pass Lounge, According to Travelers
May 07, 2025 12:31 PM
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Paul Rubio
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Ocean Cruises
5 Amazing Excursions Curated by Afar
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A view of a mountain and pale pink and blue sky reflected in a lake in the early morning light of Juneau, Alaska.
Disney
The Best Way to See Alaska Is on a Disney Cruise
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Air Travel News
Flights Will Likely Be Cheaper This Year, According to Airline Insiders—Here’s When to Book for the Best Deals
May 06, 2025 02:42 PM
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Dennis Green
Visitors posing for photos inside of the Yu Yin Classical Garden in Guangzhou.
Spring 2025
I’ve Been to Guangzhou a Dozen Times, but This Last Trip With My Son Changed Me
May 06, 2025 12:12 PM
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Bonnie Tsui
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Longreads
10 Minutes from the Taj Mahal, a Must-Visit Café With a Mission
May 06, 2025 11:16 AM
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Iona Brannon
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Cities We Love
These Are the 10 Best Cities in Europe in 2025—for Biking, Nightlife, and Green Space
May 06, 2025 06:38 AM
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Sophie Friedman
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