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Thebe Magugu in his namesake suite at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel. He sits on the terrace with palm trees in the background.

Hotels

The New and Renovated Cape Town Hotels I’m Telling My Design-Loving Friends About

In South Africa’s “Mother City,” boldly designed openings are bringing color and creativity to the hotel scene.

June 8, 2026 05:42 PM

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Travis Levius

The outdoor pool area of Onsen Papawaqa. Green mountains loom in the background.

Hotels

Taiwanese Hot Spring Hotels for Every Kind of Traveler

Taiwan has hundreds of natural hot springs with mineral-rich waters; here’s where to go for a restorative soak.

February 3, 2025 12:41 PM

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Clarissa Wei

Where to Travel Next

How to Enjoy a Once-in-a-Lifetime Family Vacation in Arizona

Bond with your loved ones while exploring the great outdoors in the Grand Canyon State.

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Camping

8 Beautiful Places to Camp in Colorado

Make the most of Colorado’s gorgeous landscapes at these noteworthy campsites.

April 23, 2024 06:42 PM

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Bailey Berg

Off The Tourist Trail

Make the Most of Rome’s Many Charms—Without the Crowds

Explore neighborhoods outside the Aurelian Walls, eat bucatini all’amatriciana at the restaurant that introduced it to Rome, and visit a winery owned by a prince.

March 4, 2025 07:55 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Fall 2022

Why Travel Bucket Lists Aren’t All They’re Cracked Up to Be

“Once-in-a-lifetime” vacations. “Bucket list” trips. Both are often celebrated as major rewards. In reality, they can mean putting undue pressure on a destination—and on ourselves.

October 26, 2022 12:40 PM

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Latria Graham

National Parks

Biden Restores National Monuments That Had Been Cut by Trump

The move brings Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante in Utah back to their full land mass.

October 8, 2021 05:20 PM

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Matthew Daly

History + Culture

5 Black History Landmarks in the U.S. You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

There’s plenty of Black history in the buildings and streets around you—if you know where to look.

June 17, 2024 04:28 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

People walking on a cobblestone street on a sunny day

Where to Travel Next

10 Places in Mexico to Visit for Food, Beaches, and Amazing Sights

Here are several places that should be on everyone’s must-visit list.

November 7, 2023 07:27 AM

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Meagan Drillinger

Live out your best desert island life at the likes of Playa Fronton in the Dominican Republic.

Beaches

The Best Beaches in the Dominican Republic—and the Hotels to Stay At

Whether you’re after lively bars and adventure, or a more remote spot to relax, there’s a stretch of sand for you.

December 19, 2023 05:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Beach with stone formation on a sunny day.

Quizzes

Put Your Travel Knowledge to the Test With AFAR’s New Quiz

Trivia is rooted in Latin for “crossroads” (trivium), and offers another way to travel.

September 5, 2023 05:05 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Where to Travel Next

14 Best Places to Visit in Florida on Your Next Trip

The Sunshine State has plenty to offer in addition to sand and surf.

December 6, 2024 03:33 PM

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Carrie Honaker

A blue and gold train passes a small pond, with mountains in the background

Trains

From the Swiss Alps to the Outback: 9 Scenic Train Rides to Book Right Now

Planes may be much faster, but trains show you the world in more relaxed, scenic manner.

August 25, 2025 01:48 PM

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Alesandra Dubin

Glacier National Park - Fireweed Blooms along Going-to-the-Sun Road

National Parks

Spring Isn’t the Only Time for Wildflowers—These 7 U.S. National Parks Bloom in Summer, Fall, and Winter

See petals all year long across the states, from Washington to Tennessee.

May 4, 2026 12:53 PM

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Bailey Berg

A distorted picture of a ship with wavy text, simulating motion sickness.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Best Motion Sickness Remedies According to Experts and Travelers

Ginger? Acupressure bands? The patch? A comprehensive guide on how to tame that queasy feeling.

October 27, 2023 12:18 PM

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Stacey McKenna

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