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When to Travel in Ireland for the Best Possible Trip

Enjoy Ireland at specific times of year for the best road trips, boat trips, stargazing, culinary adventures, and more.

January 31, 2025 02:59 PM

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Yvonne Gordon

Road Trips

The 7 Best Drag Shows, Queer Nights, and Welcoming Bars Along Route 66

These safe and celebratory havens welcome people from all walks of life.

May 15, 2026 03:05 PM

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Matt Kirouac

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Islands

The Best Time to Visit Greece for Every Type of Trip

From island-hopping in fall to sightseeing in spring, there’s plenty to see and do in Greece year-round.

April 9, 2025 05:16 PM

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Helen Iatrou

Videos

The Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Toronto [VIDEO]

Whether you’re looking for the best neighborhoods to stay in or just a few fun ones to explore, here are the best places in Toronto for travelers to go.

April 25, 2024 08:42 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

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Beaches

The Best Time to Visit Costa Rica

With so many things to do in Costa Rica, here’s what you need to know about when to visit.

December 14, 2023 11:08 AM

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Erin Van Rheenen

Outdoor Adventure

The Best Months to Visit Iceland for Fewer Crowds, the Northern Lights, and Prime Puffin Spotting

The best time to visit Iceland depends on your itinerary.

March 10, 2026 08:43 AM

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Alexis Averbuck

Two people riding horses through a desert road in Tanque Verde Ranch, Tucson

Outdoor Adventure

The 6 Best Arizona Dude Ranches for an Epic Vacation

Check into these Western accommodations for everything from riding, roping, and good old-fashioned R&R.

Sponsored by Visit Arizona

Tips + News

The World’s 10 Greenest Cities of 2020

Vienna tops Resonance’s annual list of the world’s greenest cities based on criteria like air quality, walkability, and access to recycling and composting programs.

April 22, 2020 09:18 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

The Afar Gift Guide

What to buy the travelers in your life this year.

November 12, 2025 06:32 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Videos

The Best Time to Visit Alaska Might Surprise You [VIDEO]

Here’s when to go, depending on which activity you’d like to do.

November 9, 2023 05:31 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

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Air Travel News

With the Value of Airline Loyalty in Doubt, a New Report Reveals the Programs That Still Perform

A new global ranking breaks down which airline loyalty programs score highest in terms of mileage earning potential, redemption rates, and award availability.

September 10, 2025 06:50 PM

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Bailey Berg

According to new data from Expedia, Tuesday isn’t always the best day to book flights for a good deal. Here’s what is.

April 14, 2026 03:05 PM

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Bailey Berg

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Family Travel

Where to Go in Fort Myers with the Whole Family

White-sand beaches, outdoor adventures, and all-ages activities make family time in the Fort Myers area effortless.

Sponsored by Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods

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Hotels We Love

These Are the 14 Best Hotels in Mexico City

These intimate, design-forward retreats across Mexico City will have you feeling like a local in no time.

August 27, 2024 02:53 PM

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Mary Holland

Videos

Where to Go Next in Europe [VIDEO]

Discover some of the best places to go in Europe for your next trip in this video by Afar.

August 21, 2024 12:27 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

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