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As John Steinbeck once said, “Texas is a state of mind.”

Longreads

Anyhow, Texas, I Love You

The good, bad, ugly—and beautiful—things about Texas.

October 18, 2022 01:50 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Family Travel

Holiday Magic Returns to California Theme Parks After a Year Without

Travelers and families who missed out in 2020 are relishing the festivities.

December 2, 2021 07:17 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cities We Love

9 Unmistakable Ways Kansas City Culture Defines the New Midwest

Kansas City’s renowned music scene, independent restaurants, and innovative urban planning make it the vibrant “Heart of America” and an exhilarating travel destination.

Sponsored by Visit Kansas City

Islands

The Best Things to Do in Martinique

Beaches, hikes, botanical gardens, and historical sites will keep you entertained.

March 30, 2022 05:34 PM

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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO Adds 33 New Sites to Its 2021 World Heritage List

The latest additions—from Europe’s great spa towns to a nearly 100-year-old railway in Iran—are definitely worthy of a detour or even planning your next trip around.

July 30, 2021 03:04 PM

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Pat Tompkins

The outdoor Sunset Bar on the Celebrity Beyond cruise ship

Cruise News

New Celebrity Ship Brings Style, Fine Dining, and Wellness to the High Seas

The newly launched cruise ship “Celebrity Beyond” has brought in some serious food, fitness, and design star power.

November 18, 2022 08:05 PM

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Fran Golden

A horse carriage going down a colorful neighborhood in South Carolina.

Cities We Love

The Essential Guide to Charleston’s Neighborhoods

We’ve decoded what’s where on the Charleston peninsula and beyond so you can navigate the quickly growing city with ease.

December 12, 2023 02:02 PM

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Ann Shields

Overhead view of St. George's, the capital city of Grenada with several sail boats docked alongside the city's historic buildings

Ocean Cruises

7 Caribbean Cruises We Love

These luxurious, intimate ships and itineraries are AFAR’s top picks for exploring the region.

October 27, 2023 03:04 PM

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Fran Golden

Hotels

The 13 Most Exciting Hotel Openings in the U.S. and Europe for 2021

When planning your next trip, don’t miss these exciting openings from New York and Boston to Italy and Montenegro, slated to open throughout 2021.

January 27, 2021 09:01 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Visit Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and you'll experience an ecosystem that interweaves the land and ocean.

National Parks

9 Canadian National Parks to Visit for a Beautiful Escape

Nothing solves a bad case of cabin fever like a national park, and Canada is in good supply.

November 6, 2024 04:21 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

AFAR Approved

Is Rimowa’s Aluminum Luggage Actually Worth the Price?

After multiple spins around the globe with Rimowa suitcases, two travel editors give their honest reviews of the form, function—and value—of the brand’s Original luggage collection.

December 8, 2023 02:08 PM

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Paul Rubio

Islands

For the Love of Rum and Sand: A Return to Turks and Caicos

After a two-year hiatus, a writer makes her way back to the serene Caribbean for sun, sand, and of course, rum.

March 21, 2022 11:43 AM

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Kristin Braswell

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands sits on the turquoise waters of the Fari Islands Archipelago.

Hotels

6 Ways to Use Your Marriott Bonvoy Points for an Epic Vacation in 2023

Go big and spend your Bonvoy points on an overwater villa in the Maldives, a stylish boutique hotel in Rome, and more.

March 14, 2023 08:08 PM

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Paul Rubio

Cities We Love

Ask a Local: Where Should I Hang Out in Charleston?

A restaurateur, a folk artist, and an urban designer dish about their favorite places to spend time in the Holy City.

November 7, 2022 07:22 PM

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M.K. Quinlan

Family Travel

Kids Review Michelle Obama’s New Netflix Show “Waffles + Mochi”

The results are in from our junior judges—and they are inspiring and hysterical.

March 19, 2021 06:30 PM

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