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The Best Things to Do in Iceland—Whatever the Season

Plan an unforgettable trip to the land of fire and ice.

June 14, 2023 03:44 PM

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Maliah West

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

The World’s Best Vineyard Is All About Modern Architecture, Mountain Views (and Great Wine, of Course)

A family-run spot in Argentina’s Uco Valley came out on top of the inaugural top 50 list, according to a group of 500 global wine experts.

July 10, 2019 01:55 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

The 9 Best Beach Bags for Travelers

Looking for the perfect beach bag? These haulers are all a shore thing, according to travel experts.

May 15, 2023 06:01 PM

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Courtney Holden

The Mayan ruins at Xunantunich are smaller than nearby Tikal but no less impressive.

Outdoor Adventure

The Best Things to Do in Belize—From Jungle Adventures to Epic Reef Diving

Go ziplining or snorkeling in the land of wild jungles and coral reefs.

June 30, 2023 04:58 PM

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Tim Chester

Health + Wellness

How Arizona Became America’s Wellness Travel Destination

The Grand Canyon State has become know for its hot springs, spa treatments, even vortex experiences.

January 14, 2020 12:07 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Underwater shot of diver in bikini next to large humpback whale

Outdoor Adventure

A Scuba Diver’s Guide to the Best Places in the World to Explore Underwater

From Fiji to Mexico and beyond, these are the essential places to dive deep.

September 11, 2025 03:04 PM

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Terry Ward

Health + Wellness

“Would a Chinese Grandma Wear This?”

How photographer Andria Lo and writer Valerie Luu—the authors of “Chinatown Pretty”—used senior citizen fashion to get to the heart of Chinatown.

November 22, 2021 04:27 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Tips + News

The World’s Last Known White Giraffe Gets GPS Tracking Device

As the sole surviving white giraffe grazes in Kenya’s arid savanna, wildlife rangers will track the animal’s location to help protect it from poachers.

November 17, 2020 01:34 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

These Are Europe’s Fastest Growing Destinations for Celebrating the Holidays

London is still the top spot across the pond for U.S. travelers during the holidays, but these unexpected cities are more popular than ever from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve this year.

November 30, 2018 12:39 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cities We Love

No Cars Allowed: The 10 Best Pedestrian Streets Around the World

From Glasgow to Beijing, these are some of the most popular pedestrianized streets around the world.

December 29, 2020 03:34 PM

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Nile Cappello

Packing Tips + Gear

These Editor-Approved Summersalt Swimsuits Are up to 60 Percent off Right Now

Through August 31, you can save on size-inclusive swimwear, cover-ups, and more during Summersalt’s Endless Summer Sale.

August 16, 2022 02:33 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

UNESCO World Heritage

These Are the World’s Most Endangered UNESCO Sites—and How You Can Help Save Them

There are several challenges threatening UNESCO’s beloved World Heritage sites.

November 21, 2023 02:02 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

AFAR Advisor

Where to Find The Best Highlights of Germany

We talk to two travel insiders about the charm of Germany’s smaller cities, and the Christmas markets—and food—not to miss.

December 17, 2020 08:56 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Austin, Texas offers a wealth of things to do for people of all ages.

Cities We Love

The Top 10 Things You Need to Do in Austin, Texas

The capital of the Lone Star State knows how to have a good time.

August 5, 2022 11:53 AM

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Mae Hamilton

The Panorama Terrace at Amsterdam Schiphol where a decommissioned KLM City Hopper Fokker 100 is available for visits

Air Travel News

The Secretly Amazing Things You Can Do in One of Europe’s Busiest Airports

A writer based in Amsterdam offers her insider’s take on how to make your next trip to, through, or from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport a smooth and memorable one.

August 28, 2025 07:27 PM

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Blane Bachelor

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