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As the federal shutdown continues into its fourth week, travelers may be wondering whether the country’s national parks are open and if visiting puts undue strain on the treasured public lands. Here’s what to know.

A handful of essential tips helps make the unpredictable a little less, well, unpredictable.

Come out of hibernation this winter for travel-worthy festivals that celebrate ice, snow, chills, and thrills in cities around the globe.

An Afar editor makes her dad—and herself—proud by chartering a boat among the islands of this peaceful archipelago.

When in Reykjavík, do as the Vikings do.

Experience April’s solar eclipse without the city crowds.

With foods as diverse as Norwegian flatbread, Hmong spicy sausage, and local wild rice, Minnesotan cuisine offers a trip around the world.

Mountains, valleys, pilgrimages, and wilderness—these hikes showcase the best of the continent wherever your walking boots take you.

When you’re ready to press pause on the theme parks, these laid-back Florida beaches near Orlando make for an ideal day away.

A number of new initiatives in the Maldives aim to protect the islands’ biodiverse ecosystem for generations to come.

With outdoor adventure, homemade fare at locally owned eateries, and cultural events, experience complete and total wellness on Amelia Island.

AFAR got an inside look at the Napa Valley winery, which was recently named the best vineyard in North America.

From Cerrillos Hills in New Mexico to Kachemak Bay State Park in Alaska, hikers, campers, and outdoor adventurers will want to add these 13 best state parks in the West to their outdoor adventure list.

The climate is changing and it’s having a significant effect on the air we fly through. Here’s what to know about whether future flights are likely to be smooth sailing or a rocking roller coaster.

In our new series “Traveling on the Spectrum,” one family learns you don’t have to push pause on outdoor activities, thanks to U.S. adaptive recreation organizations.