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Art + Architecture

10 Exciting Art Exhibitions in the United States to See This Spring

With impressive shows featuring glasswork and surrealist art, these are American museums worth traveling to in 2019.

January 31, 2019 01:53 PM

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Allison C. Meier

Night view of the main public library in central Calgary. The facade is white and has geometric cut-outs through which the interior lights shine.

Books

These Are the Most Beautiful Libraries Around the World

Libraries might be the best way to get to know a place. And they look amazing too. These are among our favorites.

April 19, 2026 02:55 PM

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Billie Cohen

Outdoor Adventure

Take a Peek Into a Designer’s Travel Journal

Here’s how AFAR Junior Designer Emily Blevins captures her journeys—and the tools you need to get started, too.

October 10, 2018 07:30 PM

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Emily Blevins

Travel Tales

For the Tuned-In Traveler, a Feast for the Ears Awaits in Jordan

When you take the time to listen, the country speaks through the buzz of bees, the hubbub of the market, the desert wind.

October 11, 2019 06:47 PM

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Ryan Knighton

Hotels

9 Favorite Luxury Hotels That Actually Opened in 2020

Yes, some new hotels did open in 2020. Be inspired by these beautiful new properties in Botswana, Switzerland, California, Japan, and more.

November 30, 2020 02:22 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Tips + News

Louvre Workers Shut Down Museum Over Coronavirus Fears

The French government’s ban on large indoor gatherings exacerbated the fears of the museum’s guards that they might be in danger of contamination.

March 2, 2020 01:00 PM

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John Leicester

Where to Travel Next

5 Reasons Why Nova Scotia Should Be on Your Radar

Quaint towns, unique national parks, and all the lobster you can handle are just the beginning of a great getaway to Nova Scotia.

Sponsored by Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism

Dromoland castle stone exterior with blue skies

Hotels We Love

These Are the 22 Best Historic Hotels Around the World

These remarkable hotel makeovers of historic buildings are bringing the past to life again.

April 21, 2026 07:10 PM

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Mary Holland

Tips + News

Why This Year Is the Best Time to Visit Hawaii

After a volcanic eruption and floods devastated parts of the state in 2018, Hawaii is back and better (and more affordable) this year. Here are a few specific reasons why you should go now.

February 11, 2019 01:18 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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

Sunrise over a 17th-century cemetery in Salem, Massachusetts with snow on the ground and bare trees

Art + Culture

11 of The Most Haunted Places Around the World—And the Ghost Tours to Take to Experience Them

From the ancient cities of Europe to the enigmatic swamps of New Orleans, visit these spooky places around Halloween or at any time of the year.

October 8, 2024 12:04 PM

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Mae Hamilton

View of the Shanghai skyline at sunset with the buildings and skyscrapers lit with colorful accent lighting

Ocean Cruises

I Was on Viking’s Inaugural China Cruise—Here’s What I Loved and What I Wish I’d Known Before the Sailing

Viking’s unique new China itineraries offer a rare opportunity to explore lesser-known regions along the country’s coast.

October 15, 2024 06:48 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Epic Trips

A Perfect Bermuda Day in an Electric Car

Renting an electric car is an ideal way to explore the island. Here’s where to go.

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