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Enjoy Fresh, Inspired Eating in New Zealand

Thanks to a bounty of ingredients, thriving culinary scenes, vineyards, craft brews, and more, gourmets can’t get enough of New Zealand’s distinctive mix of gastronomic influences.

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This Iconic Manhattan Hotel Reopened With a New York–Themed Cocktail Menu—and an $80,000 Suite

The Four Seasons Hotel New York reopened in mid-November after four years of closure.

January 13, 2025 01:36 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

A guest suite at Angama Amboseli with views of Mt. Kilimanjaro

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This New Safari Lodge in Kenya Offers a Close-Up Look at Africa’s Last Remaining ‘Super Tusker’ Elephants

Opened in Kenya’s first community-owned conservancy, Angama Amboseli pays homage to the large-tusked elephants that roam near the lodge.

April 29, 2024 10:32 AM

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Sarika Bansal

Cities We Love

Why You Should Visit Denver This Summer

Bright sun, low humidity, and miles of outdoor trails await.

July 8, 2021 07:52 PM

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Irene Rawlings

Hiking + Cycling

A 600-Mile Recreational Trail Is Coming to the West’s Sierra Nevada

The Lost Sierra Route will connect—and ideally help revitalize—15 mountain towns by bringing biking, hiking, and trail tourism to this scenic alpine region.

December 16, 2021 02:50 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

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Hotels We Love

The Paris Hotels Where an Eiffel Tower View Is Actually Worth It

Not all Eiffel Tower views are created equal. These hotels prove why only some are worth the splurge.

September 18, 2025 09:58 AM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

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Cities We Love

French Quarter and Beyond: 12 Things to Do While Visiting New Orleans

Check out the famous and underrated activities the Big Easy has to offer.

August 10, 2023 01:00 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

An overhead view of Barton Creek in Austin, Texas

Natural Wonders

Finding Soul and Spirit in Austin’s Barton Springs Pool

One writer dives into the rich history of the beloved pool.

October 20, 2021 02:15 PM

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Kayla Stewart

Expedition Cruises

Experiencing Luxury in the Wild on Silversea’s New Galápagos Ship

AFAR’s special cruise correspondent reviews the recently launched 100-passenger Silver Origin, which is bringing passengers to paradise in high style.

May 11, 2022 10:10 PM

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Fran Golden

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With a record number of travelers heading into the skies this holiday season and numerous viruses circulating, here’s how you can best protect yourself and others.

December 10, 2024 08:20 AM

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Michelle Baran

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

Food + Drink

I Grew Up Eating Filipino Food—These Are the Philippines’ 11 Best Dishes

There’s so much deliciousness to explore on the Philippines’ more than 7,600 islands.

December 5, 2024 12:55 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Whistler's slopes attract ski and snowboarding enthusiasts from all over the continent.

Outdoor Adventure

Your Guide to Skiing, Staying, and Eating in the Winter Wonderland of Whistler

For the best slopes, hotels, restaurants, and more, we’ve got your Whistler vacation covered.

October 20, 2022 12:36 PM

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Nick Hilden

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Utah’s New Under Canvas Retreat Takes Glamping to a New Level

Ulum, a new spin-off of the Under Canvas brand, offers travelers to Moab a more elevated experience.

September 23, 2023 11:18 AM

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Bailey Berg

The terrace of Kosmos lobby bar at One&Only Kéa Island in Greece has white stone floors that are shaded by trees.

Hotels

These 12 New Greek Hotels Are Opening Before Peak Summer Season—Here’s What They’re Like

Get a room at one of these 12 spectacular new hotels in Greece, all of which are scheduled open their doors by spring or early summer.

April 3, 2024 08:00 AM

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Nicola Chilton

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