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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
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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
On a Road Trip Through Wyoming, Celebrate a Legacy of Women’s Voting Rights
History + Culture
A Road Trip in Wyoming Celebrates Its Women’s Voting History
July 18, 2024 04:44 PM
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Lindsay Lambert
A projection show called Hogwarts Always at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, displaying fireworks igniting behind the Hogwarts castle
Destination Spotlight
Experience the Best Theme Parks, Festivals, and More in Florida
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Outdoor Adventure
4 Things I Wish I Knew Before Traveling Solo to a National Park
July 17, 2024 06:53 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Air Travel News
Star Chefs, Local Art, Cherry Blossom Cocktails: Meet D.C.’s New AmEx Lounge
July 17, 2024 06:27 PM
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Paul Rubio
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Air Travel News
Alaska Just Added These 18 New Flights Across North and Central America
July 17, 2024 02:26 PM
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Bailey Berg
An aerial view of the Palm Beach Par 3 golf course and hotel along the beach in Florida
Natural Wonders
4 Outdoor Adventures Near Marriott Hotels in Florida
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Travel Tips + Etiquette
What Happens If Your Name Is Misspelled on Your Airline Ticket?
July 17, 2024 09:42 AM
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Bailey Berg
6 Awesome Hiking Apps for Adventurous Travelers
Hiking + Cycling
6 Great Hiking Apps for Adventurous Travelers
July 17, 2024 06:59 AM
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Kayla Matthews
"Tourists Go Home" spray painted on the side of a building in the Gracia neighborhood in Barcelona with a person walking along a tree-lined street with parked cars
Trending News
Does Barcelona Hate Tourists? Why Locals Are Spraying Visitors With Water Guns
July 16, 2024 06:15 PM
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Jessica Benavides Canepa
A red lifeguard's hut overlooking the light teal blue water at South Beach, Miami, Florida
Family Travel
Great Florida Destinations for Unforgettable Family or Group Trips
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Accessible Travel
Why Aren’t UNESCO World Heritage Sites More Accessible?
July 16, 2024 08:53 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
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Longreads
For Black Travelers, TikTok Is Today’s Version of the “Green Book”
July 16, 2024 08:32 AM
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Tamara J. Walker
Two people walking in the sun along an old building with cracked siding shading their faces
Travel Tips + Etiquette
6 Mistakes Not to Make When Traveling During Extreme Heat
July 15, 2024 06:52 PM
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Terry Ward
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Cruise News
Calling All Birders—These Cruises Were Made Just for You
July 15, 2024 06:27 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Required Eating: The 10 Meals Not to Miss in Singapore
Restaurants + Cafés
11 Singapore Foods You Have to Try—and Where to Try Them
July 15, 2024 09:55 AM
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Charlene Fang
Aerial view of the coastal town of Eden, Australia, a green and rocky peninsula jutting out into a deep blue ocean
Cruise
Need a Quick Getaway? Book One of These Amazing 3-Night Cruises
July 12, 2024 05:01 PM
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Brittany Chrusciel
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Outdoor Adventure
Tall Ships Are a Slow Travel Adventure—Here’s Where to Find Them in the U.S.
July 12, 2024 11:35 AM
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Pat Tompkins
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Accessible Travel
I’m a Disabled Traveler. This Is How to Talk About Accessible Travel.
July 12, 2024 09:27 AM
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Maayan Ziv
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Air Travel News
The Secret Way to Bypass Security Lines at Some of Europe’s Busiest Airports
July 11, 2024 07:00 PM
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Michelle Baran
A black and white image of dinner service on a Pan Am airplane with people seated at dinner tables being served by a waiter
Air Travel News
Pan Am Is Bringing Back the Golden Age of Air Travel
July 11, 2024 02:54 PM
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Bailey Berg
Essential Travel Apps That Experienced Travel Editors Actually Use
Packing Tips + Gear
16 Travel Apps That Travel Editors Actually Use
July 11, 2024 02:28 PM
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Sarah Buder
People sitting on docks and on a boat sunbathing, eating, and drinking outside of La Banchina restaurant in Copenhagen
Cities We Love
10 Things to Do in Copenhagen If You Love Art, Design, and Really Good Pastries
July 11, 2024 12:50 PM
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Michelle Baran
Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, is located on a private peninsula in Mexico's Rivera Nayarit.
Hotels We Love
These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Mexico for Families, According to Parents
July 11, 2024 12:10 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
A field of purple hydrangeas in front of a green misty mountain with a small mountain chalet and evergreen trees
Where to Travel Next
Shhh! These Are Some of the Quietest Places on Earth
July 11, 2024 09:56 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Midsection view of man giving tip to employee in hotel
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Should You Tip at an All-Inclusive Resort?
July 11, 2024 09:27 AM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Starry sky over a canyon with shrubbery in the foreground
National Parks
9 Incredible U.S. National Parks for Stargazing
July 11, 2024 09:12 AM
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Anna Fiorentino
The Best Meteor Shower of the Year Peaks This Weekend
Natural Wonders
The Perseid Meteor Shower Will Peak in August—Here’s How to See It
July 11, 2024 07:52 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
A great French meal starts with a pre-dinner drink.
Food + Drink
A Beginner’s Guide to Classic French Aperitifs
July 10, 2024 12:40 PM
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Eleanor Aldridge
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