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Lindblad Will Take Vaccinated Guests to Alaska and the Galápagos This Summer

All passengers age 16 and older must be vaccinated when the cruise line resumes its sailings in June.

March 30, 2021 01:56 PM

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Michelle Baran

Open Sky in Utah is just a 20-minute drive from the entrance to Zion National Park.

Hotels

These Are the 6 Best Hotels for Watching the Perseid Meteor Shower

These are the best U.S. hotels for watching one of the most spectacular night-sky events of the year.

July 27, 2023 08:04 AM

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Stephanie Vermillion

Tips + News

Portugal Is Reopening for Travelers (and They Won’t Have to Quarantine)

The country is ready to receive a lot more visitors—here’s what we know.

June 10, 2020 07:44 PM

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Sara Button

A child walking between sequoia trees in a national Park

National Parks

Sequoias Versus Redwoods: What’s the Difference and How to Compare the California National Parks

Should you visit the tallest or the biggest trees in the world?

October 28, 2025 03:35 PM

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Suzie Dundas

Air Travel News

7 Exciting New Airline Routes Coming to the Caribbean This Winter

Thanks to these new Caribbean flights, it’s about to get so much easier to arrange a warm-weather getaway this winter.

September 25, 2019 03:25 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Longreads

Watch Millions of Butterflies Take Flight in One of the Planet’s Most Magical—and Endangered—Migrations

In the mountains of Michoacán, ecotourism is helping save an imperiled species.

March 14, 2025 10:31 AM

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Chloe Bergé

Air Travel News

The Best Airfares for February—Which Will Be the Lowest They’ve Been in Years

These are the domestic and international flights to book ASAP.

January 29, 2020 01:06 AM

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Michelle Baran

A small sandy beach alcove situated among rocky cliffs in Lagos, Portugal

Air Travel News

You Can Now Fly Directly to This Under-the-Radar European Coastal Escape

The new route—which will be the first ever from the United States—takes off in late spring 2024 and is available to book now.

November 3, 2023 04:01 PM

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Michelle Baran

Epic Trips

Exploring Alaska’s Otherworldly Beauty

Head north to experience a rugged landscape awash in natural treasures.

Sponsored by The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless™ Card from Chase

The Royal Hawaiian is also known as the Pink Palace because of its rosy hue.

Hotels

Waikīkī Is So Much More Than a Place for Tourists

Just back from Honolulu, an AFAR editor explores the history and culture of Waikīkī through the lens of its hotels and personalities.

April 28, 2023 11:19 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

National Parks

9 U.S. National Park Adventures You Need to Experience at Least Once

To escape the crowds and get to the essence of the United States’ magnificent natural treasures, embark on one of these special outdoor expeditions.

May 19, 2026 05:24 PM

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Matt Bell

Chateau des Charmes Estate Winery, Niagara-On-The-Lake

Weekend Getaways

Heading to Niagara Falls? Don’t Miss This Charming Town Nearby.

Take a detour from the world famous falls for a weekend trip to its artsy sister.

June 29, 2023 06:02 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

Cities We Love

The Best Things to Do in Chicago Right Now

Never mind the weather, Chicago has a host of possibilities indoors and outside.

December 1, 2021 12:22 PM

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Elaine Glusac

Epic Trips

From Poutine to Pierogi: 4 Must-Try Street Eats

Go behind the scenes with chefs from Québec, Poland, Malta, and Finland as they share insights about their country’s comfort foods and culinary legacies.

Sponsored by United States Tour Operators Association

Trees with colorful fall foliage like a rocky riverfront in North Conway, New Hampshire

Hotel News + Openings

A New Under Canvas Glampsite in New England Will Offer Easy Access to Forest Hikes, Maple Syrup, and Orchards

The property, slated to open in summer 2026, will be the brand’s first in New Hampshire.

October 20, 2025 07:19 PM

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Bailey Berg

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