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Every year, the fourth Saturday of September marks National Public Lands Day, the largest single-day volunteer effort for the country’s public lands. It’s also a fee-free day. Here’s how to get involved.

Offshore oil rigs can be eyesores, but beneath the surface, the views are anything but ugly.

These are some pretty unbeatable venues.

The NPS recently announced changes that will impact a total of 117 national parks—among them Yosemite, Yellowstone, and the Grand Canyon.

How the city’s wackiest discount store turned one avowed anticustomer into a voracious shopper.

Do as the Germans once did in this enchanting part of the country, where you can step back in time at old homes, historic sites, and more.

New York Times best-seller Peggy Orenstein shares some thoughts on travel, writing, and performing for an audience after her appearance at AFAR Travel Tales.

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AFAR writer Lisa Abend is a serial expat. She knows she’s officially settled in to a new home when she gains a true understanding of local etiquette.

Worrying about an atmosphere of anti-gay attitudes can cast a shadow over a getaway when all you want is some fun under the sun. Here are the islands you’ll find most welcoming.

In an interview, author Maggie Shipstead shares some of the real-life inspiration behind her latest novel, “Great Circle.”

These under-the-radar national monuments are totally stunning, and they’re right in your backyard.

Here’s what you need to know about traveling to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania—and why you should be bound for the Baltics on your next trip.

The Nevis Catapult is the newest invention from Henry Van Asch, one of the cofounders of commercial bungee jumping.

Here’s what to know about how hotels are responding to the new restrictions in some of the country’s most frequented places, including Cabo San Lucas, Playa del Carmen, and Mexico City.