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U.S. Beaches
You’ll Find Seafood Shacks, Surf Spots, and Scenic Hikes in These Charming U.S. Beach Towns
These Afar editor–approved recommendations include spots on the East and West coasts.
June 22, 2026 01:33 PM
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Staff
The Canadian
Trending News
Want to See Canada by Train? Here’s Why 2026 Is Your Year
June 22, 2026 10:14 AM
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Sarah Arksey Njegovan
Montana countryside in Custer's gravesite at the battle of Little Bighorn overlooking the vast midwest American landscape on a cool spring day. there is a metal art installation of the battle
America 250
Lowriders, Rodeos, and Cowboy Poetry: America 250 Celebrations in the West
June 22, 2026 07:04 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
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Air Travel News
Peanut Butter? Ranch? The Surprising Things You Can’t Bring Through TSA
June 21, 2026 09:07 AM
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Billie Cohen
Terrace rooms and Brasserie Angelica showcase the Newman's blend of design, dining, and neighborhood connection.
Stay Here Next
This New Hotel Feels Like London at Its Most Local
June 19, 2026 12:14 PM
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Lucy Kehoe
a view of the pool, yellow and white stiped loungers and red-orange umbrellas at Silver Lake Pool & Inn in Los Angeles, a Palisociety hotel
Hotel News + Openings
Marriott Just Added These 16 Stylish Boutique Hotels to Its Bonvoy Program
June 19, 2026 12:09 PM
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Bailey Berg
side shot of drummers in revolutionary garb, walking the parade in front of crowds in Bristol, Rhode Island
America 250
Tall Ships, Block Parties, and the Oldest Fourth of July Parade: America 250 Celebrations in the Northeast
June 19, 2026 06:58 AM
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Ashlea Halpern
People drinking, eating, celebrating inside a festive Spaten Oktoberfest Munich beer tent, wearing traditional German clothing, Dirndls and Lederhosen.
Food + Drink
The World’s Best Oktoberfest Celebrations, From Munich to Brazil
August 19, 2024 01:30 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Find the Real Rome in These Unmissable Neighborhoods
Cities We Love
Find the Real Rome in These Unmissable Neighborhoods
August 19, 2024 09:37 AM
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Laura Itzkowitz
11 New England Road Trip Itineraries for Any Season
Road Trips
9 Beautiful Road Trips for Exploring New England
August 19, 2024 09:19 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Four-bedroom cliff retreats at Six Senses La Sagesse in Grenada sit on a rocky promontory.
Stay Here Next
This Less-Visited Caribbean Island Just Got a New Luxury Resort
August 16, 2024 04:52 PM
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Heather Greenwood Davis
People disembarking an aircraft walking on a jet bridge towards the airport, some with rolling luggage
Visas + Passports
Americans Aren’t the Only Ones Who Can Get Global Entry—Citizens of These Countries Can Also Apply
August 16, 2024 01:30 PM
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Bailey Berg
a big blue sky with white clouds over a landscape of green prairie grass and a river at Valles Caldera National Preserve New Mexico
National Parks
Fall Travel Idea: The Southwestern City That’s a Gateway to Three National Parks
August 16, 2024 09:25 AM
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Billie Cohen
Smoke seen above a dense collection of apartment buildings in Athens, Greece, with a rocky hilltop in the background
Trending News
A Wildfire Near Athens Forced Evacuations This Week. Here’s What to Know About Staying Safe in Greece
August 15, 2024 01:39 PM
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Helen Iatrou
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Off The Tourist Trail
I’m a Barcelona Local—Here’s How to Avoid Tourist Crowds
August 15, 2024 12:43 PM
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Jessica Benavides Canepa
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Air Travel News
Etihad’s 3-Room Residence Is the Most Exclusive Airline Cabin You Can Book. Here’s What It’s Like
August 15, 2024 10:18 AM
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Blane Bachelor
A view of Bar Harbor, Maine with sailboats in the water, green rolling hills and colorful clouds
Natural Wonders
Maine’s Top Tastes and Sights According to a Local Baker
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History + Culture
You Have to Leave Tokyo to Try Japan’s Best Matcha
August 14, 2024 05:15 PM
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Alex Schechter
Interior view of Portland, Oregon's new main terminal with a central walkway with soaring ceilings and ample natural light flooding through intricate wood beams across the entire ceiling and several trees scattered throughout the space
Air Travel News
Portland Airport Has a New Terminal, With an Indoor Forest, Local Food and Beer, and Therapy Llamas
August 14, 2024 03:24 PM
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Bailey Berg
Bright red autumn trees at sunset reflecting in the water at Scarborough Marsh in Maine
Hiking + Cycling
The Perfect Guide to Exploring Maine’s Natural Beauty, According to a Local
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No trip to Bath would be complete without a visit to the Roman complex that gave the city its name.
Road Trips
The Best Day Trips From London by Train
August 14, 2024 09:32 AM
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Ann Shields
A birds-eye view of rafts on a river in the Kennebec Valley in Maine
Outdoor Adventure
From Lobster Rolls to Scenic Trails, Maine’s Seasonal Adventures Await
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Loyalty + Rewards
You Can Now Book Premium Vacation Rentals Through Capital One Travel
August 13, 2024 12:18 PM
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Paul Rubio
Dozens of sail boats, yachts and smaller boats are docked along the port of Portofino, Italy, with colorful buildings lining the shore and hills covered in greenery
Cruise
One of the Best Ways to See Italy? On These Intimate Small-Ship Cruises
August 12, 2024 07:25 PM
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Brittany Chrusciel
A white building tucked into a dramatic, steep cliffside lined with rocks and trees in Fonzaso, Italy
Trending News
3 New Trails Have Opened in Italy and Portugal, Including 2 Thrilling Long-Distance Treks
August 12, 2024 06:20 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Packing Tips + Gear
9 of the Best Travel Backpacks for Your Next Trip
August 12, 2024 08:00 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Hundreds of horses stampede down a dirt road surrounded by green grass and a small creek at the C Lazy U Ranch in Granby, Colorado.
Stay Here Next
Why This 100-Year-Old Ranch in Colorado Is One of America’s Most Coveted Stays
August 9, 2024 01:05 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Volunteer during the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, France
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to See the Next Olympics for Free
August 9, 2024 12:42 PM
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Iona Brannon
A look at the Knud Rasmussen Glacier near Kulusuk in East Greenland
Travel for Good
6 Unforgettable, Adrenaline-Packed Trips for Adventure Seekers
August 9, 2024 12:37 PM
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Chloe Bergé
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Where to Travel Next
The Most Charming Small Towns in Ireland
August 8, 2024 02:26 PM
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Vic O’Sullivan
An overwater bungalow at the St. Regis Red Sea Resort in Saudi Arabia with white lounge chairs and an infinity pool.
Hotels
Stunning Blue Waters Is Not What You’d Expect From This Up-and-Coming Destination
August 8, 2024 11:34 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Three bottles of sunscreen in different formats on a sandy beach
Health + Wellness
Spray vs. Lotion Sunscreens: Which One Is Safer?
August 8, 2024 07:15 AM
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Nathalie Alonso
Waterfalls surrounded by rocky cliffs with trees
Outdoor Adventure
This State Launched an Official Waterfall Trail—and Some Stops Are Wheelchair-Accessible
August 7, 2024 07:16 PM
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Bailey Berg
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4 Days In
A Local’s Guide to the Perfect Long Weekend in Copenhagen
August 7, 2024 05:27 PM
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Lisa Abend
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Solo Travel
Why Dining Out Is So Much Better When You Travel Solo
August 7, 2024 03:37 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
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