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The accommodations at Nayara Tented Camp face Costa Rica's Arenal volcano.

Hotels We Love

13 Standout Luxury Resorts in Costa Rica, From Jungle Hideaways to Beach Retreats

From beaches to jungles, these Costa Rica resorts immerse travelers in the country’s most picturesque natural settings.

April 20, 2026 02:27 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Sequoia National Park in California at autumn

Outdoor Adventure

How the U.S. National Park System Is Welcoming Neurodiverse Travelers

Customized itineraries, social stories, and sensory kits help families pull off a seamless visit.

April 2, 2024 11:37 AM

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Lisa Kadane

Tips + News

Belize Wants to Send You and Your Coworkers on a Free Trip

The country’s tourism board is trying to fight “PTO shaming” by letting you nominate your colleagues for a free trip if you win.

February 3, 2020 07:53 PM

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Cassie Shortsleeve

Cruise

How to Experience the Best of Vancouver When Your Cruise Ship Docks

Whether you have three hours or three days, these insider recommendations will help you make the most of your time in this outdoorsy Pacific Northwest city.

October 29, 2024 04:45 PM

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Chloe Bergé

History + Culture

New Rijksmuseum Exhibition Takes Unflinching Look at Slavery

Opening to schoolchildren this week, the show at the Dutch national museum will not open to the general public until the local COVID lockdown eases further, possibly in June.

May 18, 2021 12:36 PM

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Mike Corder

The Future of Travel

Virgin Galactic Is Giving Away 2 Seats on a Flight to Space

Don’t have $250,000? You still have a chance to go to space with Sir Richard Branson’s space tourism company.

July 12, 2021 05:28 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

New first-class seats on United Airlines

Air Travel News

United Airlines Unveils New First-Class Seats

There are several upgrades in store for travelers at the front of the plane on select domestic flights.

August 3, 2023 05:41 PM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Go in Spring

10 Best Places to Travel in April

Hit a reopened California highway, chase dark skies in Arkansas, and toast the grape harvest in Chile this April.

February 11, 2026 10:25 AM

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Mark Ellwood

Neuschwanstein Castle, Schwangau, Germany

U.S. travelers hopping the pond won’t need to worry about the new rules for entry until next year.

February 28, 2023 12:26 PM

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Chris Dong

Tips + News

Slovenia Declares End to Coronavirus Epidemic and Loosens Visitor Quarantine Restrictions

The country has recorded single-digit daily cases for two weeks, so EU visitors no longer have to self-quarantine for seven days.

May 15, 2020 06:34 PM

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Tim Chester

Travel for Good

Travel Should Be a Force for Good

As the travel industry begins its recovery, AFAR’s editor in chief calls for it to come back better than it was before.

June 4, 2020 06:26 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

AFAR Advisor

A Love Letter to the Travel Industry

Now is the time to think about the endless allure of travel, why it always bounces back, and how we can support our friends around the world.

March 12, 2020 12:54 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

AFAR Approved

Apple’s AirPods Pro Are a Game Changer for Travelers, and You Can Get Them for Over 30 Percent off Now

AirPods Pro come with noise cancellation and are marked down to $170 right now. But those aren’t the only reasons why we love them.

November 23, 2021 04:50 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A tray of flaky, shell-shaped pastries with a sweet or creamy filling.

Food + Drink

9 Italian Desserts Not to Miss While in Italy

Tiramisu, cannoli, and panna cotta are a few of the most classic desserts to try when traveling in Italy.

October 14, 2024 05:04 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Hotels

Where to Go in Hawaii Right Now

From the Big Island to Kauai, here’s where to stay and what to do, according to experts.

October 15, 2020 01:45 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

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