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Spring flower bloom at Torrey Pines State Beach, San Diego, California.
U.S. Beaches
These Are Southern California’s Most Beautiful Beaches
From Santa Barbara to San Diego, we’ve narrowed down hundreds of miles of sand to 11 magnificent beaches for your next sunny getaway.
July 3, 2026 03:18 AM
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Michelle Konstantinovsky
Maracas Bay, Trinidad
Trending News
Trinidad’s Tourism Industry Is at a Tipping Point
July 2, 2026 05:36 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
Big Sur, California
Road Trips
24 Incredible Road Trips in the U.S.
July 2, 2026 05:27 PM
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Ciera Velarde
A Deluxe Palace Garden View Room at the Aman Tokyo.
A Deluxe Palace Garden View Room at the Aman Tokyo.
Hotels We Love
Tokyo Has No Shortage of Great Luxury Hotels. These Are the Ones to Book
July 2, 2026 09:11 AM
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Adam H. Graham
A line of US passport covers with the president peeking through.
Trending News
So . . . Is Trump Really in the New U.S. Passport? What the July Rollout Clarifies
July 1, 2026 06:14 PM
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Terry Ward
a landscape of tofino covered in greenery surrounded by the sea in the vancouver islands canada
Islands
Canada Has More Islands Than the U.S.—Here Are Its 7 Most Spectacular
July 1, 2026 04:12 PM
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Joel Balsam
Hiking
Trending News
How Gear Libraries Are Making Outdoor Adventure More Accessible—and Affordable
July 1, 2026 02:52 PM
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Kris Ann Valdez
AFAR Readers Reveal Their Favorite U.S. Airports
Air Travel News
AFAR Readers Reveal Their Favorite U.S. Airports
October 31, 2018 03:18 PM
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Michelle Baran
Why You Should Go Forest Bathing in Japan
Health + Wellness
Why You Should Go Forest Bathing in Japan
October 29, 2018 10:15 PM
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Katie Lockhart
There Be Dragons: Why Now Is the Time to Go to the Komodo Islands
Natural Wonders
There Be Dragons: Why Now Is the Time to Go to the Komodo Islands
October 29, 2018 05:45 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
At Copenhagen’s Buzziest New Bakery, Former Tartine Head Baker Is on the Rise
Restaurants + Cafés
At Copenhagen’s Buzziest New Bakery, Former Tartine Head Baker Is on the Rise
October 26, 2018 08:20 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
This Trip Lets You Ring in the New Year in Both Tokyo and Las Vegas
Air Travel News
This Trip Lets You Ring in the New Year in Both Tokyo and Las Vegas
October 26, 2018 05:47 PM
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Michelle Baran
Which European Budget Airlines Can You Trust?
Air Travel News
Which European Budget Airlines Can You Trust?
October 26, 2018 04:26 PM
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Mike Arnot
Boracay Reopens After Being Closed to Tourism for Six Months
Trending News
Boracay Reopens After Being Closed to Tourism for Six Months
October 26, 2018 04:21 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Hidden Boarding Pass Perks You Probably Never Knew Existed
Loyalty + Rewards
Hidden Boarding Pass Perks You Probably Never Knew Existed
October 25, 2018 06:01 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
Here’s Why Day of the Dead Is Really a Celebration of Life
Festivals + Events
Here’s Why Day of the Dead Is Really a Celebration of Life
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Why Charleston Is the City to Go to for Halloween
Tips + News
Why Charleston Is the City to Go to for Halloween
October 25, 2018 09:57 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
What Can You Get for Flying 1 Million Miles (or More) on an Airline?
Loyalty + Rewards
What Can You Get for Flying 1 Million Miles (or More) on an Airline?
October 24, 2018 08:00 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
A Titanic Replica Could Set Sail in 2022
Small Ship Cruises
A Titanic Replica Could Set Sail in 2022
October 24, 2018 06:13 PM
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Michelle Baran
Ride on the World’s Highest 3S Tramway This Winter in Switzerland
Where to Go in Winter
Ride on the World’s Highest 3S Tramway This Winter in Switzerland
October 24, 2018 01:51 PM
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Erin Levi
Hilton’s New Hotel Brand Gives the Hostel an Upgrade
Hotels
Hilton’s New Hotel Brand Gives the Hostel an Upgrade
October 23, 2018 06:55 PM
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Michelle Baran
How to Book a Commercial Flight From JFK on a 9-Seat Cessna
Air Travel News
How to Book a Commercial Flight From JFK on a 9-Seat Cessna
October 23, 2018 12:30 PM
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Michelle Baran
You Can Pay to Attend a Traditional Wedding in India
Health + Wellness
You Can Pay to Attend a Traditional Wedding in India
October 22, 2018 04:23 PM
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Sarah Buder
8 Websites That Will Change the Way You Book Travel
Loyalty + Rewards
8 Websites That Will Change the Way You Book Travel
October 21, 2018 08:00 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
TSA PreCheck Members, Get Ready to Start Using Facial Recognition
Air Travel News
TSA PreCheck Members, Get Ready to Start Using Facial Recognition
October 19, 2018 07:36 PM
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Michelle Baran
Nebraska’s New Tourism Slogan Is Hilariously Honest
Tips + News
Nebraska’s New Tourism Slogan Is Hilariously Honest
October 19, 2018 05:58 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Hotels on Hurricane-Hit Islands in the Caribbean Reopen Bigger and Better Than Ever
Beaches
Hotels on Hurricane-Hit Islands in the Caribbean Reopen Bigger and Better Than Ever
October 19, 2018 04:46 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Why You Should Go to Hokkaido in Winter—Even if You’re Not a Skier
Where to Go in Winter
Why You Should Go to Hokkaido in Winter—Even if You’re Not a Skier
October 19, 2018 11:19 AM
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Erik Trinidad
Virgin Atlantic Announces First-Ever Pride Flight With All LGBTQ Crew
Air Travel News
Virgin Atlantic Announces First-Ever Pride Flight With All LGBTQ Crew
October 19, 2018 10:14 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Want a Free Volunteer Vacation? JetBlue Has Your Ticket
Air Travel News
Want a Free Volunteer Vacation? JetBlue Has Your Ticket
October 18, 2018 07:48 PM
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Michelle Baran
10 U.S. Art Exhibitions Heat Up Winter’s Cultural Calendar
Art + Architecture
10 U.S. Art Exhibitions Heat Up Winter’s Cultural Calendar
October 18, 2018 07:37 PM
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Allison C. Meier
The Singular Beauty of Mongolia Through a Photographer’s Eyes
History + Culture
The Singular Beauty of Mongolia Through a Photographer’s Eyes
October 18, 2018 05:13 PM
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Sarah Buder
A Cinema Lover’s Guide to Rome
Art + Culture
A Cinema Lover’s Guide to Rome
October 17, 2018 06:39 PM
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Laura Itzkowitz
New Zealand’s Most Beautiful Train Ride Is Reopening in December
Train Travel
New Zealand’s Most Beautiful Train Ride Is Reopening in December
October 17, 2018 05:30 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
6 Captivating Craft Scenes to Explore in Japan
Art + Culture
6 Captivating Craft Scenes to Explore in Japan
October 17, 2018 04:26 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
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