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Light shines through stained glass in exterior view of Dohány Street Synagogue in Hungary

Uncover Budapest’s Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventures

Budapest’s rich past creates a destination for off-the-Beaten-Path adventure; see how it can even take you underground in the Castle District.

Sponsored by Visit Hungary

Outdoor Adventure

Summit New Heights—Like the Highest External Walk in the World—on an Urban Climbing Adventure

From Adelaide to Toronto, rooftop experiences are taking travelers to new heights.

June 1, 2026 05:11 PM

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Vanita Salisbury

Weekend Getaways

The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Ottawa, Canada

Visit the landmarks and local marvels that make Ottawa a stand-out capital city.

May 5, 2022 10:38 PM

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Laura Byrne Paquet

Epic Trips

In the Smallest State in Mexico, A Search for the Perfect Taco

Two hours from Mexico City, Tlaxcala offers a chance to leave the tourist-taco trail to see what’s happening close to the source of the ingredients.

March 19, 2024 01:16 PM

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Naomi Tomky

Left: Louisville, Kentucky - NuLu neighborhood streetscape; right: Play Dance Bar

LGBTQ Travel

I’ve Lived All Over the U.S. Here’s Why I Think the Best Gay Bars Are in Red States

If you’re traveling in the U.S. this June, these bars are more important than ever.

June 8, 2026 06:28 PM

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Matt Kirouac

COVID + Travel

Europe’s Digital Travel Pass Officially Launches

The digital health certificate meant to help facilitate travel is now up and running across the EU.

July 1, 2021 04:02 PM

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Michelle Baran

Red barn in the middle of a field om the daytime

Where to Travel Next

The Most Exciting Travel Destination in Each U.S. Region to Visit Right Now

Read about each U.S. region’s upcoming (and sometimes surprising) standouts.

July 31, 2023 05:49 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Colombia's coffee-growing region is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Where to Travel Next

From Coffee Tours to Scaling a 7,000-Foot Rock: 7 Must-Do Activities on a Trip to Colombia

While one visit merely scratches Colombia’s surface, we all need to start somewhere—right?

November 30, 2022 11:02 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Clockwise from top left: Kenya, Newfoundland, Santa Ynez, La Paz, Barcelona, South Korea, La Paz, Transylvania

Where to Travel Next

We Took Hundreds of Trips in 2025, and These Are the Places We Would Go Back to in a Heartbeat

Afar’s team roamed wide in 2025. These were our favorite spots from a year of exploring.

December 19, 2025 01:11 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Epic Trips

From Poutine to Pierogi: 4 Must-Try Street Eats

Go behind the scenes with chefs from Québec, Poland, Malta, and Finland as they share insights about their country’s comfort foods and culinary legacies.

Sponsored by United States Tour Operators Association

Northern Lights in the starry night sky above the frozen forest.

Where to Travel Next

Lesser-Known Spots for Northern Lights and Innovative Hotels—Reasons to Visit Scandinavia Right Now

Get some insider tips on where to go next in Scandinavia.

August 30, 2024 09:00 AM

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Laura Hall

Paris, France - 02 April 2025: Vosges square (Place des Vosges) in Paris

4 Days In

4 Days in Paris: Take 3-Hour Lunches, Stroll in a Movie Setting, and Skip the Louvre

Locals share how best to experience the City of Light over a long weekend.

March 26, 2026 03:29 PM

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Sara Lieberman

Art + Culture

The Secrets To Doing Carnival in Venice Like a Local

The city-wide celebration is back and ready to transport revelers to the 1700s.

December 29, 2025 08:22 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

<i>Fall for Greenville is just one annual festival on the city’s busy events schedule.</i>

Art + Culture

This City’s Cultural Scene Makes It One of the South’s Best-Kept Secrets

Nestled in South Carolina’s scenic Upstate region, Greenville is an emerging creative enclave that’s earned a well-deserved reputation as a noteworthy cultural hub.

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