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4 Days In

4 Days in New Orleans: Zip Lines Over Alligators, Raised Mausoleums, and Cajun Sausage Croissants

Find locally recommended haunts during a long weekend in a city both ancient and young, silly and sacred, polite and profane.

October 24, 2025 09:10 AM

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Jenny Adams

Cruise

The New Cruise Trend: Emerald Cruises’ Intimate, Stylish Superyachts

From private terraces to small ports and harbors, “Emerald Azzurra"—and soon “Emerald Sakara"—are the chic, at-sea experiences of your dreams.

June 2, 2022 11:22 AM

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Emerald Waterways

This suite at Forestis in Italy's Dolomites region features a private balcony with mountain views.

Hotels We Love

11 Stunning Ski Lodges and Resorts Around the World to Book This Winter

Here’s where to go in Canada, Japan, and across Europe for pristine powder, plus fondue, hot springs, and more après-ski fun.

October 14, 2025 09:27 AM

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Adam H. Graham

Air Travel News

A Complete Guide to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport

You may think you know JFK inside and out, but a lot has changed over the course of the pandemic—and more (big) changes are coming.

May 16, 2022 08:33 PM

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Barbara Peterson

The Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort has a large pool with a fountain and is dotted with palm trees.

Hotels

The UAE’s Next Big Luxury Travel Destination

Raki Phillips, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, talks about the hospitality boom in the Middle East—and the evolution of Ras Al Khaimah into a luxury travel destination.

April 4, 2024 08:00 AM

Tips + News

As NYC Reopens, This Is What Summer in the City Looks Like in 2020

New York is experiencing a summer unlike any other in order to control the coronavirus outbreak.

July 20, 2020 02:02 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cruise

U.S. Cruising Set to Resume June 26

After being banned from sailing in the U.S. since March 2020, the first large ocean ships have been given the green light by the CDC to start sailing again.

June 7, 2021 03:44 PM

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Michelle Baran

The Influencer: Clare Vivier, Designer

Where to go in California, according to handbag entrepreneur and Los Angeles resident Clare Vivier.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

Restaurants + Cafés

Around the World in 7 NYC Dishes

New York City’s diverse food scene offers a world of flavors without ever having to get on a plane.

May 20, 2022 04:03 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

You're not likely to see other cruise ships on Costa Rica's relaxed Playa del Coco.

Small Ship Cruises

A New Small-Ship Cruise from Mexico to Costa Rica Takes Passengers Far off the Beaten Cruise Path

A repositioning sailing offers improvised exploration of under-the-radar coastal towns and beaches and the chance to slow down while at sea.

January 24, 2023 12:01 PM

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Jeri Clausing

What’s New In...

What’s New in NYC This Summer

Whether it’s the opening of the new Aman, the Basquiat exhibit everyone’s talking about, or the return of NYC Pride March, there are plenty of reasons to visit NYC now.

May 20, 2022 12:15 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Epic Trips

This Private-Jet Journey Comes with a Special AFAR Touch

Immerse yourself in four emerging destinations on this exclusive 13-day Journeys from London with AFAR and TCS World Travel.

November 25, 2019 11:55 AM

AFAR Advisor

These Under-the-Radar German Cities Will Please Your Most Discerning Clients

Discover 17 hidden gems in “the country of poets and thinkers” that combine luxury, history, wellness, wine, and more passion-led activities for some quality time away.

Sponsored by German National Tourist Board

Weekend Getaways

How to Spend a Weekend in Quebec City Like a Quebecois

The city has the air of a historic European town, but a weekend here reveals its fresh, unique edge.

June 9, 2022 03:28 PM

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Catherine Maisonneuve

Books

Independent Bookstores in New York City That We Love

With everything from miles (and miles) of books to discussions with authors, these bookstores are our favorites for a reason.

April 23, 2020 09:54 AM

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Staff

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