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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
Colorado, AUG 8 2014 - TSA security check in the Denver International Airport
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
Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, is located on a private peninsula in Mexico's Rivera Nayarit.
Stay Here Next
Cacao Ceremonies, Grilling Classes, and Artisan Crafts: This Beach Resort Goes Beyond Sun and Sand
June 4, 2024 11:33 AM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Four statues (a pair of men and a pair of women) painted white in a fence-lined park in New York City
LGBTQ Travel
Where to Find Meaningful LGBTQ Monuments Around the World
June 3, 2024 05:59 PM
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Kelsy Chauvin
Large rock off the shoreline on a foggy morning
Beaches
Sunset Bonfires and Colorful Tide Pools Await on a Weekend in Cannon Beach
June 3, 2024 05:47 PM
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Amanda Calnan Vowels
Packs of sushi at a supermarket in Japan.
Trending News
How Affordable Is Japan for U.S. Travelers Right Now, Really?
June 3, 2024 01:40 PM
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Yukari Sakamoto
Which Alaska National Parks Should You Visit?
National Parks
Alaska Has the Biggest National Parks and Some of the Least Visited. Here’s How to See Them All.
June 3, 2024 01:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
Amsterdam Gay Pride 2018
LGBTQ Travel
The World’s Best LGBTQ Pride Celebrations Worth Traveling For
June 1, 2024 11:02 AM
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Adam M Groffman
Interior of mosque with arches and shadows and sunlight
LGBTQ Travel
Sharing Old Delhi’s Queer History, One Walk at a Time
June 1, 2024 08:52 AM
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Manu Moudgil
Chef Andrew Zimmern of 'Bizarre Foods' wears a white bucket hat and denim apron as he tends a barbecue grill along with some helpers
Ocean Cruises
Learn to Cook from Star Chefs on This New Culinary-Themed Cruise
May 31, 2024 07:24 PM
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Fran Golden
Aerial shot of a walled fort over blue water with turqouise patches
National Parks
Dry Tortugas Is One of the Least Visited—and Most Fascinating—National Parks in the U.S.
May 31, 2024 03:42 PM
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Terry Ward
Rosewood Schloss Fuschl opens July 2024 and is located in a restored castle on Lake Fuschl in Austria.
Hotels
Hotel Watchlist: Summer Openings Smart Travelers Should Know About
May 31, 2024 01:48 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
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Destination Spotlight
Why These 3 American Cities Are Perfect for a Fall Escape
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Where to Travel Next
3 Fabulous Hotels in Historic Southern Cities for Your Next Getaway
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Loyalty + Rewards
Citi’s New Low-Fee Credit Card Offers Big Travel Benefits and Welcome Bonus
May 31, 2024 10:07 AM
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Paul Rubio
On a recent Singapore Airlines flight, the airplane dropped 178 feet in less than one second resulting in one death and dozens of injuries—some severe.
Air Travel News
Why Some Flight Routes Are More Turbulent Than Others
May 31, 2024 09:12 AM
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Barbara Peterson
BigBearBiking
Weekend Getaways
Why Big Bear Is One of Southern California’s Favorite Mountain Retreats
May 30, 2024 04:03 PM
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Tim Chester
passengers sleeping and working on laptops in Air Zealand premium economy seats
Air Travel News
When Should You Upgrade to Premium Economy? 9 Airlines That Do It Right
May 30, 2024 03:45 PM
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Billie Cohen
Large flat rocks at shore of Sarakiniko beach on island of Milos
Off The Tourist Trail
How to Get off the Tourist Trail in Greece
May 30, 2024 02:52 PM
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Helen Iatrou
This suite designed by Andre Fu at the Emory Hotel features large gray seating, blond wood walls, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Stay Here Next
Everyone’s Talking About This New Hotel in London—Here’s Why
May 30, 2024 01:30 PM
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Heidi Mitchell
Martinhal Lisbon Oriente is located 30 minutes outside the city center and has a white exterior with balconies.
Hotels We Love
The 10 Best Hotels in Lisbon
May 30, 2024 11:05 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Lake Kora Boat Dock
Hotels
Summer Like a Rockefeller at These Historic Adirondack Great Camps
May 30, 2024 10:59 AM
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Suzanne Rowan Kelleher
Alaska Airlines plane ascending through the sky with some light clouds
Air Travel News
Flying Economy with Alaska Airlines This Summer? You Might Get a Free Upgrade
May 30, 2024 08:03 AM
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Bailey Berg
Orange sand desert with rock formations
Hiking + Cycling
This Otherworldy South American Desert Is Home to Flamingos, Lunar Landscapes, and Geysers
May 29, 2024 08:59 PM
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Michaela Trimble
Berlin's Christopher Street Day pride celebration with numerous people in the foreground and a double-decker bus and the Victory Column monument in the background
Trending News
The State Department Has Issued a Worldwide Travel Advisory—Here’s What to Know
May 29, 2024 06:13 PM
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Chris Dong
The City center, cathedral, city hall and the old main bridge across the Main river at night time in Germany, Lower Franconia, Würzburg
History + Culture
History Buff? Add These Places in Germany to Your Must-See List
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A birds-eye view of cars driving along the roads at night in Lübeck, Germany
Art + Architecture
An Architecture Lover’s Dream Tour Through Germany’s UNESCO Sites and Beyond
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A view of Marksburg Castle along the Rhine River in Germany
Family Travel
This Fun, Jam-Packed Itinerary Will Have Your Family Saying “Ja” to Germany
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The New Synagogue of Mainz
UNESCO World Heritage
At These UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany, Explore Jewish Culture Past and Present
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A hotel lobby with boldly patterned wallpaper, potted trees, mirrors and artwork on the walls, and a patterned area rug
Hotels We Love
These Are the 15 Best Hotel Getaways in New England
May 29, 2024 01:29 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
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