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Wildflower experts say all that snow and ice ended up insulating Texas bluebonnets.

In the 1800s, so many residents of Martha’s Vineyard were deaf that they created their own sign language. As a deaf traveler, I took a road trip to see how visitors can experience that legacy today.

Where to hike, bike, plunge, and otherwise get outdoorsy in the Blue Ridge Mountains of this vibrant North Carolina city.

Hit a reopened California highway, chase dark skies in Arkansas, and toast the grape harvest in Chile this April.

Soup dumplings, dim sum, and hot pot—need we say more?

From a shipping container in Portland, Maine, to the world’s largest indie bookstore in Portland, Oregon, these are Afar staffers’ favorite bookshops.

Whether you are going abroad or lounging in a hammock, let these tales of road trips and mischievous animals inspire your travels.

As you book your 2024 travels, these limited-time credit card and loyalty program promotions will boost your points and miles balance in a big way.

The flash promotion, which includes both domestic and international routes, ends on May 26—so you’ll need to act swiftly.

The country will welcome any foreign visitors—including those from the United States—as long as they provide a negative COVID-19 test result.

Have a new hobby thanks to the COVID lockdown? Are you suddenly really well versed in sourdough starters? Cycling? Whisky drinking? These trips will inspire you to turn new (or dormant) passions into a far-flung education.

The recently released 2026 Happy City Index ranks cities based on the happiness of their citizens. The highest-ranking city also happens to be one of Europe’s most buzzworthy destinations.

After devastating hurricanes struck the Caribbean and Florida this fall, travelers may wonder what to expect in terms of sailing conditions and itinerary changes when cruise lines encounter serious storms.

From a Norwegian shrine for a Viking king to the healing waters of mystical lagoons in Peru, these sacred paths will have you lacing up your boots and strapping on a pack.

In the editor’s letter of the latest issue of AFAR, deputy editor Tim Chester explains the process behind the annual Where to Go list.