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Gifu, Japan - May 3 2023: World heritage site - The Historical Village of Shirakawa-go, Gifu, Japan.

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7 Charming Small Towns in Japan You Must Visit

Venture beyond the big cities and you’ll find peaceful onsen, historic architecture, and the freshest sushi.

October 3, 2024 11:45 AM

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Yukari Sakamoto

Hotels

At Paradero Todos Santos in Mexico, You Can Learn to Surf—or Farm

The eco-conscious hotel on the Baja peninsula aims to introduce you to the best the region has to offer.

August 17, 2021 10:23 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Art + Culture

A Literary Tour of Tuscany

Set your senses alight with the sights and flavors of this legendary Italian region as you follow in the footsteps of famous writers throughout history.

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Beaches

How to Plan for a Trip to French Polynesia

Prepare for the supreme sunsets and flavors of French Polynesia with these travel tips for Tahiti and Bora Bora.

February 3, 2022 06:26 PM

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Kristin Braswell

TWA Hotel is the only hotel at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Hotels

The Airport Hotels That Will Change Your Mind About Layovers

From an Eero Saarinen–designed terminal at New York’s JFK to a frozen bay in Ilulissat, Greenland, these airport hotels are worth building a trip around.

April 15, 2026 09:36 AM

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Jill K. Robinson

The landmark Chicago Theatre on State Street at night.

Hotels

Forget Concert Parking: These 5 Great Hotels Near Major U.S. Music Venues Are Within Walking Distance

These hotels near major U.S. venues from Seattle to New York City let you go straight from encore to pillow.

March 18, 2025 02:56 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

The Future of Travel

How Hospitality Has Changed

These developments are likely to outlast the pandemic.

August 18, 2021 10:28 AM

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Michelle Baran

Hundreds of carved stone stupas in a field in Bagan, Myanmar

UNESCO World Heritage

18 of the World’s Most Incredible Ancient Ruins

These UNESCO World Heritage sites in Lebanon, Scotland, and Ethiopia are all worth the trip.

December 6, 2024 11:57 AM

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Pat Tompkins

Michelangelo's 'Creation of Adam,' a famous frescoe in the Sistine Chapel depicting Adam and God practically touching fingers

A new Michelangelo: The Genesis of the Sistine exhibit, running through May 28, 2025, includes some works that have never been seen in the United States. Here’s how to access the Renaissance master’s pieces.

March 6, 2025 07:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Colorful homes line a stepped, cobblestoned street in Portugal's historic Ribeira district

Air Travel News

Delta Just Announced New Flights to This Enchanting European Wine City

Hilly streets, custard-filled pastries, and a UNESCO-listed wine region will soon be a nonstop flight away.

October 2, 2025 11:07 AM

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Bailey Berg

AFAR Advisor

Luxury Travel News: November 14, 2019

Our favorite luxury travel news for this week

November 14, 2019 09:10 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

A cowboy in action at Cheyenne Frontier Days

Outdoor Adventure

6 Things to Do in Cheyenne, Wyoming for a True Western Feel

Wyoming’s capital is home to rodeos, a vibrant art scene, and ranch-to-table dining.

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