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People walking around and making selections from a food bar at Alaska Airlines' new lounge at Portland International Airport
Air Travel News
A First Look at Alaska Airlines’ Ambitious New Airport Lounge
It’s getting increasingly delightful to fly out of this Pacific Northwest hub.
June 29, 2026 05:43 PM
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Bailey Berg
Lake Club Exterior, Ritz Carlton Tahoe
Lake Club Exterior, Ritz Carlton Tahoe
Hotels
The Best Lake Tahoe Hotels for Ski Season and Summer Escapes
June 28, 2026 12:08 PM
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Alexandra Cheney
Above view to the empty Praia das Catedrais or Beach of Cathedrals located on northwest coast of Spain. It has been declared Natural Monument. Travel and famous touristic places concept. Europe, Spain
International Beaches
Europe’s Most Beautiful Beaches Aren’t Always Where You Would Expect
June 27, 2026 03:59 AM
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Lottie Gross
Chimney Rock National Monument defining rock formation to the back drop of a two-toned evening, part turquoise, part dark blue, with a faint moon up above
Road Trips
Colorado Wants You to Stay Up Late on This New Stargazing Road Trip
June 26, 2026 07:36 PM
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Bailey Berg
Santa Maria Beach, Los Cabos, Baja California sur, Mexico
Trending News
The Best Time to Visit These Hot-Weather Destinations May Be the Hottest Time of Year
June 26, 2026 05:31 PM
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Jon Bailey
People in a fishing skift operated by the Boat Company with forest-covered cliffs in the background in Alaska
Small Ship Cruises
This Nonprofit Cruise Line Wants to Make You Fall in Love With Alaska—So You’ll Help Protect It
June 26, 2026 01:03 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Folia Bar + Kitchen
Stay Here Next
This New California Wine Country Hotel Is Built Around Great Food
June 26, 2026 11:54 AM
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Michelle Baran
Hawaiian Airlines airplane tail
Air Travel News
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Agree to Merge—What This Means for Travelers
December 4, 2023 04:53 PM
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Michelle Baran
The Grand Staircase at Raffles London at The OWO features stone railings and a red carpet, and is illuminated by a large chandelier.
Stay Here Next
Winston Churchill’s Old War Office Is Now London’s Most Talked-About Luxury Hotel. Here’s a First-Person Review.
December 4, 2023 09:00 AM
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Anya von Bremzen
People sitting underneath beach umbrellas on a beach
The Next List
6 Most Exciting Places to Visit in the Caribbean in 2024
December 1, 2023 08:31 PM
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Laura Begley Bloom
Five people on an overlook in Slovenia.
Winter 2024
This Tiny European Country Is Home to Cliffside Castles, Emerald Lakes, and a Green Capital City
December 1, 2023 02:01 PM
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Bailey Berg
People playing in a riverbed in Slovenia.
Fall 2023
Learning the Value of Slowing Down on Slovenia’s Juliana Trail
December 1, 2023 01:06 PM
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Peggy Orenstein
Sonoma County
Where to Travel Next
8 Unmissable Places in California to Make the Most of Your Trip
December 1, 2023 01:02 PM
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Dana Rebmann
Person in orange jacket on skis in the snow.
Winter Sports
How to Find the Very Best Skiing in Europe
December 1, 2023 12:48 PM
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Mary Novakovich
gray car parked on side of empty road with parent and young blond boy peeking head out of car window to take a picture of the green mountains landscape
Family Travel
8 Road Trip Games to Keep Everyone Entertained, No Matter Their Age
December 1, 2023 09:23 AM
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Nathalie Alonso
Malaga Cathedral as viewed between buildings in Málaga, Spain
Trending News
These Are the International Cities Where Expats Are Happiest
November 30, 2023 06:35 PM
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Michelle Baran
6 Perfect Winter Weekend Getaways in the U.S.
Weekend Getaways
7 Great Winter Weekend Getaways in the U.S., Whether You’re After Sun or Snow
November 30, 2023 04:12 PM
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Ann Shields
Yellowstone National Parks is among those featured on the new 2024 itineraries.
Trending News
Visit Some of the Most Beautiful U.S. National Parks on These New Cruise Itineraries
November 30, 2023 01:26 PM
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Bailey Berg
Howth Beacon a seaside cliff outside of Dublin, Ireland
Books
10 Essential Books to Read Before You Go to Ireland
November 30, 2023 09:50 AM
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Pat Tompkins
View of the pool at Evergreen Lodge just outside Yosemite, with chairs and tables on a balcony in the foreground
National Parks
The 5 Best Yosemite Hotels and Lodges for Families
November 29, 2023 07:20 PM
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Michelle Baran
Burj Al Arab is a luxury hotel built on an artificial island in front of Jumeirah beach.
Hotels
Can a Hotel Really Have 7 Stars?
November 29, 2023 01:53 PM
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Mark Ellwood
Close up of african american woman handing dollar banknote to bellhop employee after receiving great customer service. Thankful tourist tipping helpful porter for helping with luggage in hotel lobby
Travel Tips + Etiquette
This Is How You Should Tip Hotel Staff in the USA
November 29, 2023 11:57 AM
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Bailey Berg
Artwork and photography on loan from the Orlando Museum of Art
Air Travel News
How to Get Airport Lounge Access: The Best Memberships to Sign Up For
November 29, 2023 10:18 AM
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Paul Rubio
Two yellow Triton submarines underwater near a shipwreck
Longreads
Deep-Sea Tourism Is on the Rise. But Is It Safe?
November 29, 2023 09:20 AM
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Jessica Camille Aguirre
Guests on AmaWaterways' inaugural Soulful Epicurean Experience sailing look out at vines at Domain de Fond-Vieille in France’s Beaujolais wine region
River Cruises
Black Passengers Are in the Minority on River Cruises—This New France Sailing Aims to Change That
November 28, 2023 03:40 PM
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Nicole Edenedo
A Christmas market in Salzburg around sunset with warm yellow lights illuminating the stalls and a string of lights covered with garland strung between a large Christmas tree and the edges of the market. People in warm coats are milling about.
Where to Go in Winter
This European City Is the Ultimate Must-Visit for Christmas Lovers
November 28, 2023 02:57 PM
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Joe Flick
A grid of images that depict AFAR's picks for Where to Go in 2024
In the Magazine
Where to Go in 2024
November 28, 2023 02:00 PM
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Tim Chester
A dhow boat sailing off the coast of Lamu.
In the Magazine
On This East African Island, Getting Lost Is Half the Fun
November 28, 2023 08:59 AM
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Sarika Bansal
A pedestrian-only street in Manchester, with people sitting at outdoor café tables
In the Magazine
This Northern English City Has Been Nurturing Its Arts Scene for Years—and It’s Paying Off
November 28, 2023 08:59 AM
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Billie Cohen
the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul towers above Brno.
Where to Travel Next
This Music-Filled City Is Stepping Out of Prague’s Shadow
November 28, 2023 08:59 AM
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Emma John
Aerial view of the fjords around Bodo, Norway.
In the Magazine
Why This Nordic Country Should Be at the Top of Your Travel Bucket List
November 28, 2023 08:59 AM
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Laura Hall
A woman in a large green costume for Carnival in Toronto.
In the Magazine
Why You Should Visit Toronto, the World’s Most Diverse City
November 28, 2023 08:59 AM
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Anna Kim
An old-fashioned Ford truck driving through a field of wildflowers in Texas.
In the Magazine
A Total Eclipse, Fresh Peaches, and Small-Town Charm: Why This Destination Is Worth a Trip in 2024
November 28, 2023 08:59 AM
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Mae Hamilton
The Largo di Torre Argentina, where Julius Caesar was killed, in Rome.
In the Magazine
New Hotels, Restaurants, and Experiences: Why Now Is the Time to Book a Trip to Rome
November 28, 2023 08:59 AM
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Laura Itzkowitz
A person scuba diving among sharks and a school of fish.
In the Magazine
In Fiji, a Vivid Underwater World Awaits
November 28, 2023 08:59 AM
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Tim Chester
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