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Yosemite Falls at Yosemite National Park with granite cliffs and pine trees all around

National Parks

Yosemite, Arches, and Glacier National Parks Have All Changed Their Entry Requirements for 2026

The Department of the Interior announced the updated rules this week.

February 19, 2026 06:02 PM

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Bailey Berg

Baratunde Thurston canoes in the Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia for his show, America Outdoors.

Travel Tales

We’re Back! Travel Tales by AFAR Podcast Returns for Season 4

Looking for travel inspiration? Each week, in season four of our podcast, launching October 5, we’ll bring you tales of transformational travel.

October 5, 2023 08:00 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Blue Water And Sky Lake Natoma And Rainbow Bridge Folsom California With Trees Reflected In Water People Paddling

History + Culture

This California Gold Rush Site Holds a Hidden Chapter of Black History

Visitors come to paddle, picnic, and bike along Folsom Lake, rarely realizing they’re standing on the site of a once-booming Black Gold Rush settlement.

February 6, 2026 12:43 PM

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Erika Mailman

Travel for Good

8 Easy Ways to Make Your Next Road Trip Greener

These eco-friendly tips and tricks will help you reduce your carbon footprint and travel more sustainably.

April 22, 2020 05:10 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Cities We Love

Discover London’s Diverse Caribbean Communities

You only need to scratch the surface to uncover London’s close relationship with the Caribbean islands.

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A look at the shoreline of Saint Kitts, with multiple boats docked in the harbor.

Where to Travel Next

Where to Travel in 2024 According to Your Astrological Sign

From restorative solo vacations to adventure-packed escapes, plan your 2024 travels with these astrologer-approved recommendations.

December 28, 2023 11:00 AM

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Maliah West

Palm Springs, California - March 2018: Residential Desert Architecture

Off The Tourist Trail

Escape Crowds in Palm Springs With This Tucked-Away Bar, Oasis Hike, and Joshua Tree-Adjacent Adventures

These expert-found activities will show you the kitschy, authentic side of Palm Springs.

January 9, 2026 02:51 PM

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Joey Skladany

10 English Words With Unfortunate Meanings in Other Languages

Travel Tips + Etiquette

12 English Words With Unfortunate Meanings in Other Languages

A beginner’s guide to which words to watch out for where.

January 19, 2024 05:30 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Off The Tourist Trail

How to Visit Tuscany Without the Crowds

Visit under-the-radar towns, take a cooking class with a cookbook author, and eat at an agriturismo in the countryside.

August 6, 2025 01:27 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Air Travel News

How to Buy Carbon Offsets While Traveling

All those tempting flight deals may be great for the pocketbook, but they sure do take a toll on Mother Earth.

June 4, 2019 04:37 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

A pool with chairs and umbrellas at the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Family Travel

What Makes These Resorts Great for Family-Friendly Winter Escapes

These properties help families enjoy the sun with amenities designed for every generation.

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Packing Tips + Gear

You Can Now Get Lost at Disney World Before You Arrive With Google Street View

The tech giant’s Street View visual mapping platform just added virtual walk-throughs of all 11 Disney theme parks.

March 8, 2018 05:25 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Hotels

Luxury Travel News: Shop Singita, Wellness for Kids, and Oceania’s New World Cruise

Luxury travel news for January 16, 2020

January 16, 2020 12:26 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Frank Lloyd Wright designed some of his most well-known buildings on America's best coast.

Art + Architecture

5 Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings to Visit on the West Coast

The legendary American architect may have gotten his start in the Windy City, but he created some of his most iconic works out west.

September 28, 2022 05:13 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Neil Jacobs, CEO of Six Senses for 13 years, recently stepped down to launch Wild Origins, his new company.

Hotels

Former Six Senses CEO Launches New Travel Concept Wild Origins—and Reveals What Hotels Still Get Wrong

Neil Jacobs helped turn Six Senses into a global force in wellness and sustainability. Now he’s stepping down—and starting again.

July 14, 2025 05:35 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

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