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How a humble European pastry became the Big Easy’s most delicious symbol of Mardi Gras.

These Arizona small towns are big on charm, history, and culture.

Sailing to Paradise

AFAR’s first-ever Travel Happiness survey asked: What is your happiest travel memory? We read about surrendering to a storm in Honduras, a photo shoot with orangutans, a family dinner in 14th-century French châteaus—and a parade of corgis.

Find the retreat that best matches your taste in the Windy City.

It’s been hailed as the nation’s first net-zero hotel—but what does that mean on the ground?

The network now includes 701 protected nature reserves in 124 countries around the world.

The unique train line traverses 500 miles of unmissable terrain and turns 100 next year.

Adventurer Erik Weihenmayer spent six years preparing to solo kayak the stretch of the Colorado River that passes through the Grand Canyon—home to some of the country’s most notorious rapids.

It may even have you praying for a delay.

AFAR took in the scene this week at the famous monument where police were observed asking people to stand or face fines.

The landmark exhibition celebrates artworks by indigenous women from more than 50 native communities across the United States and Canada.

In Toronto’s burgeoning hotel scene, you’ll find Canada’s first Ace Hotel, a reimagined St. Regis, and an ultra-cool boutique stay in a private women’s club.

Here’s why Paravel deserves a spot in your luggage lineup.

Rahawa Haile grew up surrounded by the beauty and kitsch of South Florida. Now she returns and wonders what happens when the places we love start to disappear.