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The Crowd-Free California Redwoods Trip That Everyone Should Take Once

After a recent trip to the redwoods, Afar cofounder Greg Sullivan shares why this slice of Northern California is unlike anywhere else he’s traveled.

September 15, 2025 10:16 AM

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Greg Sullivan

A lit-up glamping tent beneath a night sky with the milky way visible

National Parks

Upgrade Your National Park Getaway With These 8 Gorgeous Glamping Escapes

Enjoy the beauty of red rocks, glinting glaciers, and ultra-dark skies, all from the comfort of these tents, wagons, and bubbles.

December 4, 2025 08:28 AM

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Brooke Vaughan

Mari Vineyards grows and produces Italian-style reds.

Food + Drink

No One Thought This State Would Start Making Some of the Best Wine in the U.S.

The Traverse Wine Coast has more than 2,000 acres of vineyards spread across nearly 40 wineries. And it’s only going to get more popular.

June 23, 2025 12:33 PM

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Alexandra Gillespie

Rocky Mountain National Park, Visitors at the overlook on trail ridge road

Road Trips

Five Classic Colorado Road Trips To Take This Year

From Trail Ridge Road to the Peak to Peak Highway, these are some of the best road trips to take in Colorado.

May 5, 2023 06:43 PM

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Bailey Berg

turquoise water of Diablo lake surrounded by pine tree covered mountains in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

National Parks

How to Visit the National Parks for Free in 2025

The U.S. National Park Service has announced the select dates in 2025 when you can enter the parks without paying a fee.

December 31, 2024 06:30 AM

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Michelle Baran

A stargazing lookout center on a lake at night in Voyageurs National Park, an International Dark Sky Park in Minnesota.

National Parks

The Ultimate Adventure Through Minnesota and Its National Park

From Voyageurs National Park to the North Shore of Lake Superior, get off the beaten path with this guide to Minnesota’s most stunning parks and scenic drives.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

Hotels

11 Great Hotels in the Cayman Islands

From lively luxury to secluded romance and even laid-back bohemian vibes, these Cayman Island hotels offer something for everyone.

September 22, 2022 11:57 AM

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Mariette Williams

Canvas tent-like structures before a towering mesa

Hotels

Aman’s Camp Sarika in Utah Is Surrounded by 5 National Parks, Beloved by Celebs, and Tricky to Get Into

Camp Sarika, the newer tented extension of the iconic property known as Amangiri, opened in 2020. Here’s what it is like staying there.

January 20, 2023 02:23 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hiking + Cycling

14 Epic Hikes in the U.S.—From California’s Lost Coast to a Northeast Trek Longer Than the Appalachian Trail

With trails ranging from six miles to 4,800, here are some of the most incredible hikes the U.S. has on offer.

October 15, 2025 09:45 AM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Lassen Peak perfectly mirrored in Manzanita Lake

National Parks

These Cooler, Less-Crowded National Parks Are Best in Summer

From Alaska to Maine, here’s where to swim, hike, and camp all summer long.

May 21, 2025 03:34 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Where to Travel Next

The Best Places to Explore Pasadena on Foot

Gardens, walking tours, and delicious restaurants are easily accessible in this pedestrian-friendly town.

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