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Loyalty + Rewards

Why You Should Get the New Hyatt Credit Card Bonus With up to 60,000 Points

60,000 bonus points is enough for two nights at luxury hotels like Ventana Big Sur and the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme.

January 29, 2021 08:39 PM

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Eric Rosen

Art + Architecture

How to Explore Houston’s Booming Art Scene

Ongoing growth and affordability are attracting a whole new crop of young creatives to this dynamic Texan city. Here are 9 ways to enjoy their work.

March 15, 2019 08:37 PM

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Lindsay Lambert

Air Travel News

All Frankfurt Flights Diverted Due to Massive Lufthansa Computer Glitch

On Wednesday, flights were being diverted to alternative airports such as Munich, Nuremberg, and Duesseldorf, and passengers were asked to switch to other forms of transportation.

February 15, 2023 02:21 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Nations like Tuvalu are disproportionately threatened by climate change—and asking developed nations to do more.

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Art + Architecture

Immerse Yourself in the Day-to-Day Life of an Artist With VAWAA

VAWAA offers a way for travelers to travel deeper—and to pick up a new skill while they’re at it.

July 14, 2022 03:10 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Hotel News + Openings

Built for Henry Ford, This 1930s Hotel Has Reopened Outside Detroit

Dearborn Inn welcomed everyone from Orville Wright to Walt Disney—and now it’s been meticulously restored.

April 9, 2025 04:21 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

River Cruises

5 European UNESCO Sites You Should See by River Cruise

Explore medieval, Romanesque, Gothic, baroque, and neoclassical architecture—and only unpack once.

March 14, 2023 04:15 PM

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Mae Hamilton

The Teton mountains rising in the background of a field filled with brown horses and a forest of trees behind them

Family Travel

6 Underrated Spring Break Destinations for Families, According to a Well-Traveled Mom of 4

Whether you’re looking for an urban or a nature-filled escape, these spring break travel destinations offer a less-crowded alternative to more popular family getaways.

February 19, 2025 03:30 PM

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Jamie Davis Smith

LGBTQ Travel

6 Safety Tips My Husband and I Learned Road-Tripping Across the U.S. as a Gay Couple

Whether you’re traveling domestically or internationally, know what to prepare and who to reach out to before you go.

June 3, 2025 11:59 AM

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Matt Kirouac

Boston Logan International Airport, Boston, United States

A decline in inbound visits continues as the country prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is expected to draw millions from abroad.

April 24, 2026 06:25 PM

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Stacey Lastoe

Other

The Essential Guide to Newfoundland and Labrador

With everything from UNESCO World Heritage sites and a Dark Sky Preserve to abandoned islands and modern cities, Canada’s most easterly province is ripe for adventure.

February 19, 2020 01:15 PM

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Michael Kaminer

modern adobe-style homes dotted among the green trees and mountains by Santa Fe

Cities We Love

Art, Adventure, Spas, and Chiles: The Best Things to Do in Santa Fe

Santa Fe has all the art, food, history, and nature you could want. Here are the coolest ways to spend your time in the Southwestern city.

April 17, 2024 08:36 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Weekend Getaways

The Sweetest Small Towns in the U.S. to Visit During Spring

Here, we’ve suggested seven super-sweet small U.S. towns with tulip festivals, pottery trails, and more.

March 11, 2020 05:42 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Packing Tips + Gear

Hard vs. Soft Luggage—Which Is Superior? Two AFAR Editors Hash It Out

There are two types of travelers: hard-shell luggage devotees and those who remain loyal to their soft-sided suitcases.

October 11, 2023 08:05 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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