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Road Trips

7 Unforgettable U.S. Cross-Country Road Trips

Go from one side of the country to another on one of these journeys.

June 7, 2023 10:37 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

The Northern Lights swirl above pines in Alaska.

Natural Wonders

Alaska Has Some of the Best Northern Lights Views. Here’s How to Catch the Celestial Show.

Here is where (and how) to view the northern lights in the 49th state.

January 16, 2025 02:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

a woman in braids holds a small glass piece at the Corning Museum's glass shop. she is surrounded by other glass pieces.

Museums + Galleries

What to Buy at the World’s Coolest Museum Gift Shops. Because We All Know the Shops Are Why We Go to Museums.

Because sometimes the finest masterpiece is the one you take home.

November 24, 2025 07:58 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern and its surrounding gardens

Hotels

7 New and Reimagined Hotels and the California Regions They Call Home

Whether making their debut or unveiling renovations, these are some of the best accommodations to book for a Golden State getaway—and regional travel tips for each.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism

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Travel Tips + Etiquette

Do You Need a Passport to Go to Mexico?

Everything you need to know about travel requirements to visit Mexico by land, sea, and air.

January 3, 2025 10:46 AM

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Bailey Berg

A view of Marksburg Castle along the Rhine River in Germany

Family Travel

This Fun, Jam-Packed Itinerary Will Have Your Family Saying “Ja” to Germany

More than bratwurst and pretzels, delights like chocolate museums, UNESCO-recognized castles, and Roman ruins fill Germany to keep kids delighted on the ultimate family vacation.

Sponsored by Hilton and the German National Tourist Board

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Hotel News + Openings

Hilton Loyalists Now Have Access to One of Our Favorite Boutique Hotel Brands

The only thing better than design-forward properties is design-forward properties that also enjoy the benefits of being part of a larger loyalty program.

March 22, 2024 09:07 AM

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Bailey Berg

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Hotels

Penguins, Monkeys, and Alpacas, Oh My! 8 Wild Airbnbs for Animal Lovers

At these rental properties around the world, you can commune with wildlife and farm animals.

May 17, 2024 03:24 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

12 Dreamy Blue Ridge Mountain Cabins You Can Rent on Airbnb and Vrbo

Hotels

16 Dreamy Blue Ridge Mountain Cabins You Can Rent on Airbnb and Vrbo

Plan a getaway to the Blue Ridge Mountains with one of these isolated cabins you can rent in North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, or Georgia.

November 10, 2023 02:26 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Two people hiking along the North Shore of Lake Superior, Minnesota

History + Culture

This Midwestern State Is the Scandinavia of the U.S.

Embrace “hygge” culture, outdoor adventures, new Nordic restaurants, and more, all thanks to Minnesota’s rich Scandinavian heritage.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

The legendary Crossroads, the intersection of Routes 49 and 61 was made famous by blues musician Robert Johnson in the Mississippi Delta.

Where to Travel Next

5 Great American Road Trips For Music Fans

Get on the road again to experience these tuneful itineraries through the Mississippi Delta, along the California coast, and more.

February 7, 2024 06:01 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Rows of sun lounge chairs on a snow covered mountain

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Want to Remote Work From Anywhere? Here Are 10 Places We Can Personally Recommend

Afar’s own remote workers and digital nomads share their picks for where to plan a remote work trip, both abroad and in the USA.

February 28, 2025 01:50 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

A silhouette of a person stargazing on a deck.

Ocean Cruises

5 Amazing Excursions Curated by Afar

Go stargazing in Norway with expert astronomers, learn to play the bagpipe, and enjoy more enriching cultural excursions with Atlas Ocean Voyages.

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