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Come for St. Augustine, Stay for Amelia Island: A Guide to Northeast Florida

Tempting restaurants, new hotels, and plenty of outdoor adventure await.

January 27, 2022 03:32 PM

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Terry Ward

A trip to Muskoka puts you in close proximity to tranquil lakes and beaches.

Weekend Getaways

Great Toronto Day Trips for Summer and Fall

Enhance your next visit to Toronto with an outing beyond the city limits.

June 28, 2023 01:27 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

Tips + News

France to Ban Use of Wild Animals in Circuses, Marine Parks

France’s marine parks can no longer bring in or breed dolphins and killer whales, and circuses will be required to stop using bears, tigers, lions, elephants, and other wild animals.

September 29, 2020 02:55 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

COVID + Travel

Europe to Open to Fully Vaccinated Travelers

European Union leaders have agreed to allow fully vaccinated travelers to enter the 27-nation bloc—a move that will end the more than year-long, pandemic-era travel ban.

May 19, 2021 01:00 PM

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Michelle Baran

History + Culture

The South Carolina Sea Islands Preserve Gullah Geechee Ingenuity

In South Carolina, stunning sea islands tell a unique story about southern culture.

February 22, 2022 01:21 PM

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Kayla Stewart

Tips + News

With Humans Away, Whales Play off the Coast of Southern France

With the city of Marseille on lockdown, a maritime patrol filmed a pair of fin whales swimming closer to the shores of Calanques National Park than they normally would.

April 9, 2020 12:57 PM

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John Leicester

Why You Should Get the New Hyatt Credit Card Bonus With up to 60,000 Points

Loyalty + Rewards

The Ultimate Guide to the World of Hyatt Loyalty Program

The hotel company’s loyalty program currently covers more than 1,400 properties across 28 brands. Here’s how to best benefit from a membership.

January 18, 2024 03:29 PM

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Paul Rubio

Hotels We Love

These Are the 11 Best Hotels in Thailand

The top hotels in Thailand offer picturesque beaches, meaningful cultural encounters, delicious food, and eye-catching design.

February 11, 2025 01:34 PM

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Chris Schalkx

Road Trips

6 Things to Know About Taking Road Trips During Coronavirus

What is it like to take a road trip through the U.S. during the coronavirus pandemic? AFAR deputy editor Jennifer Flowers shares her experience.

July 17, 2020 10:05 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Wooden boat on the canal and old buildings in Amsterdam

Off The Tourist Trail

The 9 p.m. Museum Trick and Other Hacks to See Amsterdam Without the Crowds

I live in Amsterdam. These are my best tips for experiencing the city like a local.

October 1, 2025 12:27 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Collage of 8 photos, most showing hotels

Hotels We Love

The 40 Best New Hotels of 2026

Afar’s picks for the 40 best new and renovated hotels around the world.

June 10, 2026 10:00 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Outdoor Adventure

Tall Ships Are a Slow Travel Adventure—Here’s Where to Find Them in the U.S.

A historic experience? Yes, and lots of fun.

July 12, 2024 11:35 AM

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Pat Tompkins

Washington D.C. subway station with passengers in motion blur

The expanded metro route will start November 15.

November 2, 2022 11:06 PM

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Bailey Berg

UNESCO World Heritage

This Cruise Line Offers Unique Access to UNESCO Sites

A partnership with the United Nations organization means that sailings feature behind-the-scenes insights and shore excursions to more than 170 World Heritage locations worldwide.

September 19, 2019 05:46 PM

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Michelle Baran

A group of old friends who are dining at Buzi, a rechao restaurant in Taiwain.

Spring 2023

Move Over, Night Markets—Why Rechao Restaurants Are the Place to Be in Taiwan

Across Taiwan, rechao restaurants offer diners noisy, communal, no-frills, and positively joyful eating experiences.

May 2, 2023 04:19 PM

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Clarissa Wei

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