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No need to go overboard packing for your cruise. Here’s exactly what you need to bring for a wide range of activities.

More hotels than ever are offering villa rentals that pair ultra-private experiences with resort-style amenities.

One writer travels to “La Serenissima” and finds that time is no match for Venice’s magic.

Save yourself the long-distance flight with these stateside beaches.

Mystery or science fiction? History or memoir? The choice is yours.

Think you’re too old to enjoy the Happiest Place on Earth? Think again.

Where will 2022 take you? Below, you’ll find 39 destinations—from Abu Dhabi to Alberta, Canada—where your visit will really count. Locals tell us what’s new, exciting, and worth the trip in the coming year.

The Royal Hawaiian in Honolulu. Bellagio in Vegas. Gritti Palace in Venice. Afar talks to Philipp Weghmann, global brand leader of Marriott’s Luxury Collection, about what ties these and other legendary hotels together.

From eating KFC in Japan to dancing bears in Romania, discover eight surprising holiday and Christmas traditions from around the world.

Whether you’re dreaming of waking up in a tree house in the woods or a ski chalet near the slopes, these are the best Vermont Airbnbs to book for your next getaway.

Italian hospitality is legendary; experience it like a local at these boutique and independently owned hotels. Many of them have been handed down from one generation to the next.

From beauty pageants for men to the mask craftsmen of the DRC, here are four African cultural traditions that have withstood the test of time.

Seriously, how many James Beard winners and finalists are there in Asheville?!

The death of a pope and the election of a new pontiff are steeped in age-old customs. Take note of these important events—and how travel to Italy, Rome, and the Vatican City will be affected.

Starting in May 2021, Virgin Voyages’ “Valiant Lady” will visit ports in Spain, France, and Italy.