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Afar’s team roamed wide in 2025. These were our favorite spots from a year of exploring.

Anya von Bremzen dives deep into one of the most ethnically diverse places on Earth—New York City’s borough of Queens.

Veer off the beaten path to small-town U.S.A.

From a Japanese art island to a creative colony among ancient olive groves in Israel, these are the global art towns, big and small, we’d happily visit.

AFAR chose a destination at random and sent writer Catherine Lacey, with 24 hours’ notice, to the west coast of India, where a teeming city was the stuff of dreams.

Across the country, several stunning exhibitions are worth building a trip around.

Both on land and at sea, Dominica serves up endless opportunities for outdoor fun.

We have five good reasons to allot extra time ashore in Anchorage before or after your cruise ship adventure.

Want to experience the Australia lifestyle but only have two weeks to do it? Take these trip ideas and dive into the country’s extraordinary experiences.

After receving mixed feedback on social media, Airbnb called off the competition to win a slumber party on top of the Great Wall of China.

A leader in sustainable tourism, this Latin American country offers nature in spades, plus fascinating history and vibrant culture that rewards all travelers.

During ANZAC Day Down Under, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Tony Horwitz caught a glimpse of the country’s true character.

You may know and love these destinations for their bustling urban centers or lush outdoor spaces, but they probably wouldn’t top your list for a top-notch seaside getaway. That is, until now.

The Living With Elephants conservation foundation is working to change local and international attitudes toward the magnificent creatures.

When the temperatures drop, check in to these hotels for a terrifically toasty stay.