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“Getting high” in San Francisco can also mean pairing city views with your cocktails at a sophisticated sky-high lounge.

From sunrise yoga and kayaking to whiskey tastings and trout fishing, you can enjoy time with family and friends in style at this recently restored historic destination in Cashiers, North Carolina.

Afar’s resident hotel expert shares the summer 2024 openings that are worth a special trip.

Ticket-buyers beware: Airlines now have a license to get sneaky about baggage fees and a host of extra charges.

Warm water, year-round waves, and Costa Rica’s relaxed “pura vida” spirit have made this Central American country one of the most popular surf destinations in the world.

The palaces of Jaipur and Udaipur are more than just architectural marvels—they’re a window into India’s cultural history.

On your next road trip, stop by these converted gas stations for a very different kind of fuel.

Huntington Beach has evolved from a sleepy surf town into a hopping vacation hub. A born-and-bred AFAR editor offers tips on the best beaches, how to avoid the crowds, and where to get a taste of local favorites old and new.

An honest reflection on feeling safe, respecting local culture, and being true to one’s self in more conservative countries.

These five sanctuaries across Thailand offer tourists alternative ways to see elephants while providing the gentle giants a safe place to live.

Alaska Airlines ousted Southwest, and luxury brand JW Marriott took the top spot among hotels, a recent customer satisfaction report revealed.

Hungry for springtime? Try one of these global dishes.

Tour the houses of Vladimir Nabokov, Jane Austen, Laura Ingalls Wilder, and other authors to see what inspired them to write their acclaimed books.

Santa Fe has all the art, food, history, and nature you could want. Here are the coolest ways to spend your time in the Southwestern city.

From a historic ship-turned-hotel docked in Edinburgh to the first Four Seasons in Greece, these are the 10 best new hotels opening across Europe in the new year.