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6 Most Exciting Places to Visit in the Caribbean in 2024

Get ready to see the Caribbean in a whole new light.

December 1, 2023 08:31 PM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Air Travel News

AFAR Readers Reveal Their Favorite U.S. Airports

We asked you to tell us which airports you love, and Atlanta, Portland, and Raleigh-Durham topped the lists.

October 31, 2018 03:18 PM

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Michelle Baran

Fish swim in a blue and purple ocean as a scuba diver's bubbles rise.

Spring 2023

Costa Rica Is Making Big Moves to Protect Its Waters. Is It Working?

In 2021, Costa Rica made headlines when it committed to increasing protection for the waters surrounding Cocos Island National Park. In reality, things are far more complicated.

April 17, 2023 04:00 PM

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Mona Gable

Tips + News

This Summer, Attend California’s Most Exclusive Pool Party

Hearst Castle is opening up its famous Neptune Pool for a few days only.

June 11, 2019 02:10 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Where to Go in Fall

Why You Should Go to Barcelona This Fall

Between hotel openings, a robust calendar of festivals, a new tribute to soccer star Leo Messi, plus up-and-coming neighborhoods to explore, Barcelona packs in plenty this autumn.

September 3, 2019 03:55 PM

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Jennifer Ceaser

National Parks

U.S. National Parks Are Getting a Facelift

The Great American Outdoors Act will fund maintenance at national parks and other areas over the next five years.

December 10, 2021 11:44 AM

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Rebecca Reynolds

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The Influencer: Thad Vogler, Spirits Guru

Where to go in Northern California, according to one of San Francisco’s most influential bartenders.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

The Future of Travel

Work, Play, and Stay: The Hotels That Have Mastered Coworking

It’s easier than ever to get away without clocking out, now that more hotels are opening their own dedicated coworking spaces. Here are the places leading the pack.

September 25, 2018 06:53 PM

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Elaine Glusac

View from the runway at Denver International Airport

If you’re a frequent traveler, chances are you have flown to, through, or from one of these international gateways. Here’s our guide to the world’s busiest airports.

April 17, 2026 12:12 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tales

Travel Stories From Award-Winning Women Writers

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we went back in the AFAR archives to honor some of our best storytellers.

March 6, 2020 05:30 PM

COVID + Travel

Should I Go Home for the Holidays?

AFAR editors reflect on the challenges faced—and decisions made—regarding this year’s less-than-festive season.

December 10, 2020 12:03 PM

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Michelle Baran

Where to Travel Next

Where to Go in 2020

36 destinations to kick-start your travel dreaming and scheming.

December 9, 2019 09:45 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Where to Travel Next

7 Beautiful Places in Italy Without the Crowds

Ditch the crowds and spend some time in these destinations instead.

January 15, 2025 03:19 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Trains

12 of Europe’s Most Beautiful Train Stations

With their historical significance and elaborate architecture and design, these handsome buildings are destinations in themselves.

February 12, 2026 10:53 AM

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Chris Ciolli

Epic Trips

The Best Adventure Destinations According to Fearless Female Guides

With women’s adventure travel on the rise, we asked the experts about the next must-see spots to hike, climb, and connect with culture.

April 22, 2020 07:28 PM

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Sara Button

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