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These Epic Shore Excursions Will Change the Way You Think About Cruising

Visiting reindeer herders and eagle hunters in Mongolia. Getting exclusive access to the Louvre after hours. Gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Yes, you can do this all by cruise ship.

January 13, 2020 04:40 PM

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Gene Sloan

Epic Trips

In Montana, an Adults-Only Tree House Adventure Awaits

At the green o, the new adults-only addition to the famed Resort at Paws Up, a wilderness retreat comes with a nine-course meal.

October 12, 2022 04:57 PM

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Paul Rubio

LGBTQ Travel

Why Ft. Lauderdale Is Among the Most Welcoming Cities for LGBTQ+

Searching for somewhere over the rainbow? Try South Florida.

February 24, 2021 10:21 AM

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Paul Rubio

Bars + Nightlife

6 Tropical Cocktail Recipes From Panama to Try This Summer

Transport yourself to Panama with these Central American inspired, summery cocktails.

July 27, 2020 05:16 PM

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Michaela Trimble

Cities We Love

The 10 Best Airbnbs in Chicago to Book Right Now

Depending on which neighborhood you want to stay in, there are plenty of options to live like a local in the Windy City. Here’s our guide to the city’s top Airbnb rentals.

January 23, 2019 01:29 PM

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Rebecca Holland

Go boating in the BVI to explore some of its lesser-known gems.

Food + Drink

6 Under-the-Radar Places to Visit in the British Virgin Islands

From kayaking through a secret mangrove lagoon to glamping on a coral beach, this stunning Caribbean archipelago is full of surprises.

Sponsored by British Virgin Islands

man sleeping sitting upright on a couch with the support of a Pluto Pod travel pillow

AFAR Approved

The Best Travel Gear AFAR Editors Bought (and Loved) in 2023

Here’s how these holy grail travel products changed our lives this year.

December 28, 2023 06:57 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Museums + Galleries

A Massive Yayoi Kusama Dots Exhibit Heads to Chicago

“Dots Obsession” will occupy the entire atrium of the museum.

May 5, 2023 02:11 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Rosewood Le Guanahani St. Barth is located on a secluded peninsula with white-sand beaches.

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Family-Friendly Resorts in the Caribbean

Whether you’re traveling with toddlers, teens, grandparents, or in-laws, these Caribbean retreats offer a balance of ocean and cultural adventures, plus endless opportunities for play.

December 30, 2023 10:00 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Festivals + Events

In UAE Desert, Camels Compete for Crowns in Beauty Pageant

Tens of thousands of camels have gathered to compete for the title of most beautiful.

December 28, 2021 04:00 PM

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Isabel DeBre

Art + Culture

Postcards Are Better Than Instagram Posts. And I’ll Tell You Why.

A frequent traveler makes a case for why postcards should not be a thing of the past.

August 25, 2025 01:48 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Islands

Choose Your Own Adventure on a Chartered Sailing Trip Through the BVI

Sparkling waters, fresh breezes, and all the snorkeling and cocktails you could want. Embrace the freedom of sailing through the British Virgin Islands on a private chartered catamaran.

January 7, 2022 12:20 PM

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David LaHuta

This guest room at the Portrait Roma offers views of the Spanish Steps.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 21 Best Luxury, Boutique, and Historic Hotels in Rome

Rome’s hotel scene is as lively and varied as the city itself. Here are 21 places that let you experience the Eternal City in comfort and style.

May 29, 2025 11:36 AM

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Erica Firpo

The pool at the Lana,Dorchester Collection, in Dubai features skyline fews and white daybeds shaded by umbrellas.

Stay Here Next

This New Luxury Hotel Is Proof That Dubai Can Be Understated

Amid the flashy hospitality of Dubai, the Lana, a Dorchester Collection hotel, adds a dose of understated luxury to the hospitality scene.

March 19, 2024 11:50 AM

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Nicola Chilton

Cruise

First Mediterranean Cruise Sets Sail With Mandatory Coronavirus Tests

Anyone who tested positive, had a fever, or had COVID-19 symptoms was denied boarding on the “MSC Grandiosa,” the first cruise to set sail from Italy since the lockdown in March.

August 17, 2020 05:34 PM

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Frances D’Emilio

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