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What is it like to board a plane during the pandemic, and to fly for hours at a time? One writer shares her international flight experience from the United States to East Africa.

We chat with the first American female captain of a megaship and learn how she started out, what it’s like to live on a cruise ship, and the most interesting day she’s ever had at sea.

For the best food in NYC, look no further than these iconic, must-eat dishes and the best places to try them, according to local New Yorkers.

These Activities Are Sure to Light Some Sparks.

In Brazil’s capital, modernist buildings act as time capsules that show what we once thought the future would look like.

This cluster of Caribbean islands escaped the wrath of 2017’s hurricanes and is open for business. With its unusual wildlife, unsullied beaches, and air perfumed with cinnamon and nutmeg, there’s no better time to go.

Cookbook author Bethany Kehdy grew up during the Lebanese Civil War, when fighting ravaged parts of Beirut. Now she’s part of the young creative class that’s reimagining the city.

There’s no shortage of amazing stays in Japan’s capital—and these 15 hotels are the city’s best.

Skip Jackson Hole and head to this less-crowded spot instead.

Move over fried cheese sticks, bottled Ranch dressing, and overcooked cafeteria burgers: In these nine cities, destination-worthy cuisine is just as important as academic excellence.

Experience an eclectic mix of cultures in Minnesota—from Native American landmarks to Scandi chic design stores.

A long-awaited monument to victims of racial terror has finally opened to the public. If you’ve never visited historic sites of the civil rights movement, and even if you have, it’s time to head to Montgomery.

From historic gardens and handsome parks to fascinating museums and charming markets, here’s what to see and do in the Palmetto State.

Afar’s team roamed wide in 2025. These were our favorite spots from a year of exploring.

Here’s why these 2019 additions—from a sparkling wine region in Italy to an 18th-century walled city in India—deserve a spot on your must-travel list.