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Solo travel may sound isolating. For one AFAR editor, it’s been a great tool to find friends and discover new passions.

Follow in the footsteps of Black thinkers, traders, and leaders who contributed to the rich history of Hawai‘i.

The designation is given to destinations with exceptional night sky visibility, allowing for incredible views of the stars and other astronomical phenomena.

The Kentucky Wildlands Waterfall Trail connects 17 cascades across the state’s rugged southern and eastern stretches, and you don’t need to be an expert hiker to experience much of it.

With its towering peaks, mountain lakes, and even a via ferrata, Telluride’s rugged beauty and alpine charm offer a high-elevation adventure right here in the U.S.

A new policy has paved the way for an increasing number of e-bikes to pedal through national parks and public lands—but is that a good thing?

Lots of time off, generous parental leave policies, and shorter workweeks are a few of the perks of living in these spots.

From European cruises along the Seine, Danube, Rhine, and Rhône, to adventurous explorations of the Nile, Magdalena, and Amazon, these are the best river cruises around the world to book in 2025.

Full of vast landscapes, local culture, rich history, and outdoor activities, this Lowcountry retreat is better by design.

The National Park Service’s new permit system combats madding crowds, parking dramas, and other growing problems at the summit.

Community-based projects in Ecuador, Nepal, and beyond help locals achieve economic independence while providing travelers a chance to experience everyday life.

This round of “Which Stay Wins?” puts Gleneagles’ rambunctious energy against the Fife Arms’ maximalist whimsy. Which comes out on top?

A major expansion of the Art Gallery of New South Wales will showcase Aboriginal art while also making use of extraordinary outdoor space.

From a grand mansion to a buzzy social hub, these are the 12 hotels in New Orleans we’d book again and again.

Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, the new wildlife series spotlights our majestic natural world—and makes a serious case for the need to protect it. Here’s how to travel to some of the locations featured while keeping conservation in mind.