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Books

7 UNESCO Cities of Literature Every Bookworm Should Visit

Make the most of your readerly passions at these global cities recognized for their vibrant literary communities.

November 27, 2023 11:06 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Food + Drink

Sweetest Wine Country Towns

For this collection of must-visit wine towns across the globe, we’ve found underappreciated spots in well-known regions and in some places that might surprise you.

July 26, 2022 10:42 AM

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Tim Chester

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

Woman holding two Aer carry ons—one pink, one black—on the streets of San Francisco

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best High-Quality Luggage Brands Frequent Travelers Love

A bag that reflects your personal style and withstands the rigors of travel makes the journey all the more enjoyable. Start your search with some of our favorite luggage brands.

June 12, 2024 05:15 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Exterior of Guggenheim museum in Bilbao, with spider statue out front, next to river

Hotels

Floating Palaces, Olympic Ski Runs, and Crystalline Lagoons—James Bond Filming Locations You Can Visit

Travel like James Bond in these six beautiful destinations, from the beaches of Jamaica to the mountains of Austria.

July 29, 2025 03:25 PM

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Sophie Friedman

History + Culture

Rent Issa Rae’s South L.A. Airbnb for Super Bowl Sunday

The “Insecure” star and creator transformed a South L.A. home located in the neighborhood she grew up in into an Airbnb rental that showcases and celebrates the area’s Black culture.

February 7, 2022 07:52 PM

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Mae Hamilton

The pool at sunset at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica, California.

Hotels We Love

The 19 Best Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Los Angeles

In a city known for its luxury, these 19 hotels are standouts. Each offers a unique take on world-class hospitality and L.A. glamour.

June 9, 2025 10:58 AM

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Chris Dong

Rows of sun lounge chairs on a snow covered mountain

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Want to Remote Work From Anywhere? Here Are 10 Places We Can Personally Recommend

Afar’s own remote workers and digital nomads share their picks for where to plan a remote work trip, both abroad and in the USA.

February 28, 2025 01:50 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

A rectangular outdoor pool with attached hot tub is on the property of an adobe style house. Chaise lounges and striped sun umbrellas are on the pool deck

Loyalty + Rewards

You Can Now Book Premium Vacation Rentals Through Capital One Travel

Capital One cardholders can earn and redeem miles for vacation rentals across North America—just as they would for hotels.

August 13, 2024 12:18 PM

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Paul Rubio

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An old midcentury gas pump in Los Alamos, New Mexico

History + Culture

Uncovering Secrets and Spies in “Atomic City,” New Mexico

Outsiders weren’t supposed to know about Los Alamos during World War II. Now the remote town offers guided tours of this unique battlefront.

June 23, 2023 04:14 PM

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Pat Tompkins

UNESCO World Heritage

Alice in (a Saudi) Wonderland

The first woman tour guide in AlUla, Mashail Makki, on finding magic and mystery in the desert.

March 11, 2021 05:25 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Ocean Cruises

The Best Mexico Cruise for Every Type of Traveler

Calling all sun worshippers, culture vultures, outdoor adventure seekers, and marine life lovers: We’ve got the Mexico cruise that is right for you.

June 25, 2019 01:22 PM

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Gene Sloan

Tips + News

You Can Rent the Beach House From “The Undoing” on Airbnb

Fans of the gripping HBO drama can stay at the real-life beach house where Grace Fraser escapes from media attention after Elena Alves’s murder.

December 2, 2020 03:37 PM

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Sarah Buder

Books

3 Book Festivals Around the Country to Dog-Ear This Spring

Bookworms unite! From Santa Fe to L.A., here are three events you can attend to celebrate the glory of the written word.

April 22, 2022 01:24 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Family Travel

Reconnect With the Whole Family at This Timeless Oceanfront Haven

Now is the time for gathering with loved ones, and there’s perhaps no better place to do it than at Hotel del Coronado, thanks to history, elegance, and seemingly endless options for fun.

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