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Interior shot of the Bungalows by Homestead Modern looking out to the Mojave Desert

Hotels

This New Midcentury Modern Desert Escape in Joshua Tree Is the Perfect Winter Getaway

Experience midcentury modern style and the resilient beauty of Joshua trees on an eccentric New Age campus at the Bungalows by Homestead Modern.

October 26, 2022 05:29 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Hotel building with three stories in the middle of a snowy landscape with the northern lights overhead

Stay Here Next

What It’s Like to Stay in Iceland’s Most Remote Hotel

Highland Base Kerlingarfjöll is making Iceland’s central highlands an all-seasons destination for those adventurous enough to make the trek.

June 21, 2024 05:45 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Longreads

The Mayor of the Corner Has Seen It All

When it opened in 2012, the Wythe was Williamsburg’s first boutique hotel. Head porter Guy St. Elien has been there since the beginning.

June 26, 2025 11:33 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Destination Spotlight

The Best Places to Eat, Stay, and Hike in Joshua Tree, California

There’s a lot more to Joshua Tree than the “trees.”

December 5, 2022 07:15 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Weekend Getaways

7 Great Winter Weekend Getaways in the U.S., Whether You’re After Sun or Snow

Whether you’re craving winter sun or a snowy wonderland, these spots are ideal for a short break.

November 30, 2023 04:12 PM

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Ann Shields

The rooms at Gora Kadan have views of intimate gardens with maple trees.

Hotels

What to Know Before Staying in a Ryokan in Japan

A ryokan is one of the coolest hotel experiences you can have in Japan—here’s how to navigate one.

November 8, 2023 09:00 AM

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Nicola Chilton

Many things can affect travel, but weather is a doozy.

Air Travel News

These Are the Weather Conditions Most Likely to Cancel or Delay Your Flight

Knowing how weather affects air travel won’t make your flight cancellations any less frustrating. But it will make you smarter—and maybe a little calmer.

August 20, 2024 07:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

Breathtaking scenic aerial view of Doubtful Lake from Sahale Arm on the Cascade Pass Trail in North Cascades National Park.

National Parks

11 Underrated, Crowd-Free U.S. National Parks to Visit in 2026 With No Foreign Visitor Fees

As new entry fees for international travelers take effect at several of the country’s busiest parks, these destinations offer equally striking landscapes without the added costs.

March 23, 2026 02:28 PM

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Emily Pennington

With places like Kāʻanapali Beach only an hour away from the from Kahului airport, it's no wonder 10 million visitors come to Hawai‘i each year.

U.S. Beaches

13 of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Hawai‘i

These beaches, spread across five Hawaiian islands, showcase the beauty of the Aloha State’s coasts.

April 15, 2023 12:20 PM

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Rachel Ng

FREIBURG IM BREISGAU, GERMANY - MAY 5, 2013: Old buildings on Munsterplatz, the central square of Freiburg, Baden-Wurttemberg

Where to Go in Spring

10 Places to Go in Spring Without the Peak Season Crowds

These places are perfect for a postwinter adventure.

February 25, 2026 11:45 AM

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Tanvi Chheda

London, England, UK - July 2, 2022: Pride Parade 50th Anniversary

LGBTQ Travel

In London, I Rediscovered the Joy of Pride Month

Pride Month in New York left me feeling jaded. A hop across the pond helped me newly see the value of celebrating LGBTQ community.

June 5, 2023 06:20 PM

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Matthew Ortile

Museums + Galleries

Find New Orleans’s Soul at These 6 Mini-Museums

Go beyond Bourbon Street to drink up New Orleans history and culture at these fascinating small-scale museums.

January 8, 2019 06:37 PM

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Lavinia Spalding

RIO DE JANEIRO, RJ /BRAZIL - March 8, 2014: World's famous carnival in Rio de Janeiro, samba school parading in Sambadromo, the carnival stadium, with 90000 spectators.

Festivals + Events

The Best Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras, From Alabama to Rio de Janeiro

There’s no party like a New Orleans party, but a bunch of other cities throw unmissable bashes too.

January 23, 2025 12:24 PM

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Jenny Adams

Engelberg offers ski devotees access to some of the best snow in Europe.

Where to Travel Next

This Swiss Destination is a Skier’s Paradise

An AFAR writer and winter sports enthusiast discovers unparalleled adventure when going off-piste in Engelberg.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade

Spirit Island, Maligne Lake, Jasper National Park, Alberta

National Parks

An Essential Guide to Jasper National Park—Where Glacial Lakes and Hot Springs Are Calling

Plus scenic drives and the darkest skies here in the Rocky Mountains.

March 20, 2026 02:30 PM

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Juliette Recompsat

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