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Food + Drink

The Best New Restaurants in Charleston in 2021

In a city known for its food, these eight newcomers are worth a reservation.

August 16, 2021 12:35 PM

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Stratton Lawrence

Weekend Getaways

Local Getaways: Escape to Santa Barbara, the American Riviera

Santa Barbara is a must-stop city on the Californian coastline between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

November 19, 2020 04:26 PM

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Tim Chester

Weekend Getaways

How This Catskills Hamlet Brings the Farm to the People

Just under 100 miles north of NYC, Accord is the ideal destination for those looking for a bucolic weekend getaway.

April 29, 2022 07:36 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Beaches

10 Beautiful Beaches in the British Virgin Islands to Visit on Your Next Trip

Whether you’re looking to sunbathe, snorkel, or sip a tropical cocktail or two, the BVI has the perfect beach for you.

September 14, 2023 08:05 AM

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Terry Ward

National Parks

Most of Yellowstone to Reopen Within 2 Weeks—to a Limited Number of Visitors

Portions of the national park along its southern loop roads will reopen on June 22, but some of the recovery efforts could take months, if not longer.

June 21, 2022 04:13 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Islands

A First Timer’s Guide to Grand Cayman Island

Rare blue iguanas, underwater bronze mermaids, and hundreds of dive sites: This Caribbean island has a lot more to offer than tax breaks.

March 25, 2022 12:25 PM

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Adrienne Jordan

Road Trips

Three Dream Road Trips to Las Vegas for Culture Lovers

Enjoy art, history, and the great outdoors on these overground journeys from Western cities to The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.

Sponsored by The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Cities We Love

Why You Should Visit Philadelphia This Summer

Philly shakes off the pandemic blues this summer with a lively mix of American history, music, art, and new flavors.

July 9, 2021 02:13 PM

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Julia M. Klein

In the Magazine

6 Ways to Support Rewilding Projects Around the World

Rewilding—the reintroduction of native flora and fauna—is critical in the fight against climate change. Here, six important projects from Argentina to the Maldives.

April 22, 2022 04:53 PM

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Lenora Todaro

Cities We Love

How to Visit Asheville in Style—and Protect and Preserve It Too

In Asheville, nature fans can escape to one of the country’s most stunning destinations packed with unearthly natural beauty, with all the comforts of a true vacation.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville

Festivals + Events

With No Mardi Gras Parades, Houses Become the New Floats in New Orleans

What started off as a joke on Twitter has now become a movement spreading throughout neighborhoods in New Orleans.

January 29, 2021 12:56 PM

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Janet McConnaughey

Trains

These 6 Glass-Roof Trains Have the Best Scenic Views, From the Grand Canyon to Machu Picchu

Immerse yourself in panoramic railway views thanks to glass domes, skylights, and observation cars.

August 26, 2025 02:09 PM

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Nicole Edenedo

Hotels

The 7 Best Hotels to Stay at in Brooklyn Right Now

Choosing a hotel in New York City can be overwhelming. Here, we narrow down the options to the best of the best in Brooklyn.

October 21, 2023 09:37 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Clockwise from top left: Kenya, Newfoundland, Santa Ynez, La Paz, Barcelona, South Korea, La Paz, Transylvania

Where to Travel Next

We Took Hundreds of Trips in 2025, and These Are the Places We Would Go Back to in a Heartbeat

Afar’s team roamed wide in 2025. These were our favorite spots from a year of exploring.

December 19, 2025 01:11 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Astoria mineral hot springs free access no fee in the Snake river, near Jackson, south of the Grand Teton National Park, in Wyoming, USA

Natural Wonders

This State Has More Hot Springs Than Towns

With so many soakable springs, Wyoming is a site for sore limbs—and some scorchers too hot for bathing are worth visiting for the surreal views alone.

April 7, 2026 10:38 AM

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Anna Fiorentino

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