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A room in the Populus Seattle with a king-sized bed, brick walls, wood beams, windows and a floral painting above the bed
Hotel News + Openings
2 of Our Favorite Hotel Brands Just Debuted in This Pacific Northwest City
Both properties stand out for their design-forward approach to sustainability, making them an appealing choice for travelers who appreciate lower-impact luxury.
May 27, 2025 04:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
Aerial view of the Lighthouse in Maunabo, Puerto Rico
Outdoor Adventure
9 Eye-Popping Views in Puerto Rico That Most People Don’t See
May 27, 2025 02:05 PM
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Herson Guerrero
Yuen Bettei Daita is located in Tokyo's Shimokitazawa neighborhood. This guest rooms have traditional shoji screens that frame trees outside.
Hotels
7 Tokyo Hotels That Are Chic, Central, and Under $300
May 27, 2025 11:00 AM
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Yukari Sakamoto
At the Populus Hotel in Denver, an on-site biodigester turns food waste into compost for local farms.
Longreads
Hotels Waste 79,000 Tons of Food Per Year. Can AI and Fish Crackers Help?
May 27, 2025 10:40 AM
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Jen Rose Smith
Key west florida Smathers beach palm trees in USA
U.S. Beaches
6 U.S. Mainland Beaches That Look Straight out of the Caribbean
May 26, 2025 01:46 PM
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Becca Blond
Many tourists come to Cura&ccedil;ao for its small, secluded beaches. If you're looking to take part in local life, get to a beach on Sunday and join residents for a day of barbecues, socializing, and relaxation. The capital, Willemstad, is a historically significant city and a busy seaport. Learn more about the island and the region at the Cura&ccedil;ao Museum, and visit the&nbsp;<a title="Museum Kura Hulanda" href="https://www.afar.com/places/kura-hulanda-museum-willemstad">Kur&aacute; Hulanda&nbsp;Museum</a>&nbsp;for&nbsp;information about the region's role in the slave trade. The main shopping area is in the <a href="https://www.afar.com/places/punda-district-willemstad">Punda District</a>, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its brightly colored buildings.
Where to Go in Summer
13 Best Places to Travel in August
May 26, 2025 11:31 AM
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Mark Ellwood
What to Know About Traveling in the Caribbean’s Hurricane Season
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Caribbean Hurricane Season Is Here—This Is What You Need to Know
May 26, 2025 01:26 AM
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Ann Abel
A train car filled with undulating lounge seating and pillows and showing views of the countryside through large windows
Trains
I Got a First Look at Italy’s New La Dolce Vita Orient Express Train—and Was Transported Back to 1960s Glamour
April 10, 2025 02:53 PM
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Laura Itzkowitz
Magome juku post town of the Nakasendo with central alps mountain at sunrise, Kiso valley in Nakatsugawa, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Famous travel landmark of preserved old Japanese town.
Outdoor Adventure
A 331-Mile Trail in Japan Through Centuries-Old Villages Will Transport You to the Era of Shoguns and Samurais
April 10, 2025 10:29 AM
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Haley Harrison
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Longreads
Iceland’s “Golden Circle” Is Famous. You Should Know Its “Woollen Circle”
April 10, 2025 09:46 AM
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Lauren Breedlove
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Islands
The Best Time to Visit Greece for Every Type of Trip
April 09, 2025 05:16 PM
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Helen Iatrou
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Hotel News + Openings
Built for Henry Ford, This 1930s Hotel Has Reopened Outside Detroit
April 09, 2025 04:21 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Sequoia National Park / Formations inside Crystal Cave Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Park
Trending News
After a 4-Year Closure, This Enchanting Cave Is Finally Reopening in a California National Park
April 09, 2025 01:59 PM
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Bailey Berg
A series of yellow, overwater cabins in Bocas Del Toro, Panam
Ocean Cruises
From Canada to the Caribbean, These Are the Best Cruises That Sail Out of Florida
April 09, 2025 06:55 AM
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Fran Golden
Image of a Havila Voyages cruise ship with the Northern Lights in the background
Expedition Cruises
What It’s Like Sailing Norway With a Cruise Line That Guarantees You’ll See the Northern Lights
April 09, 2025 06:51 AM
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Blane Bachelor
Tennessee River from atop Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, TN
Trending News
This Southern Destination Just Became North America’s First National Park City
April 08, 2025 03:51 PM
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Bailey Berg
An outdoor lounge area at Saruni Basecamp with two guests and a star guide.
Hotels
Dark Skies and Wild Nights: This New Safari Camp in Kenya Lets You Sleep Under the Stars
April 08, 2025 10:59 AM
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Megan Eaves
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Air Travel News
This Tool Will Tell You Exactly How Much an Airline Owes You When Your Flight Is Canceled or Delayed
April 08, 2025 08:58 AM
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Bailey Berg
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Air Travel News
American Airlines Just Added New Flights to These Dreamy Beach Destinations
April 07, 2025 06:02 PM
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Bailey Berg
Beach front accommodations
International Beaches
8 Beautiful Black-Sand Beaches Around the World
April 07, 2025 02:53 PM
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Mariette Williams
a blue underwater aquarium tunnel with people walking down the hallway and fish visible through the glass. This is the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.
Accessible Travel
Autism-Certified Spots That Ensure the Whole Family Has a Great Vacation
April 07, 2025 02:34 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
A rectangular outdoor pool with attached hot tub is on the property of an adobe style house. Chaise lounges and striped sun umbrellas are on the pool deck
Loyalty + Rewards
5 Credit Cards That Can Earn You Well Over $1,000 in Free Travel This Spring—With No (or Low) Annual Fees
April 07, 2025 02:26 PM
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Paul Rubio
Kayerserburg
History + Culture
The 13 Most Beautiful Villages in the French Countryside
April 07, 2025 06:00 AM
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Mary Winston Nicklin
A close-up of a German flag waving in front of the Reichstag Building in Berlin, with an EU flag in the background
Trending News
Several European Countries Have Now Issued Updated U.S. Travel Advisories—Here’s What to Know
April 04, 2025 06:52 PM
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Blane Bachelor
Kartchner Cavern
Outdoor Adventure
5 Stunning Caves You Can Visit in the U.S.—No Spelunking Skills Required
April 04, 2025 05:02 PM
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Pat Tompkins
A Disney cruise ship in icy ocean water surrounded by snow capped mountains in Alaska.
Ocean Cruises
This Is the Best Alaska Cruise for Families
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Accessible Travel
5 Services That Help Neurodivergent Travelers Travel Confidently
April 04, 2025 01:54 PM
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Jamie Davis Smith
The tail of an Air Canada aircraft with a red maple leaf prominently displayed
Trending News
Canadians Are Boycotting Travel to the U.S., and These Are the Very Real Effects It’s Having
April 03, 2025 06:49 PM
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Charmaine Noronha
Emergency vehicles in Bangkok line the street along the site of a high-rise building under construction that collapsed after the March 28, 2025 earthquake
Trending News
Is It Safe to Travel to Southeast Asia Following the Myanmar Earthquake? What to Know and How to Help
April 03, 2025 06:45 PM
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Jenny Adams
Nekajui
Stay Here Next
This Luxurious New Hotel Just Opened in Costa Rica With a Treehouse Spa and Spectacular Views of the Pacific
April 03, 2025 01:32 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
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Spring 2025
These Are the Best New Hotels of 2025
April 03, 2025 08:59 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
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