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Where to Find Your Winter Wonderland in the Middle of Summer

When it’s summer north of the equator, head to the other hemisphere to find relief in these seven winter wonderlands.

June 22, 2018 07:08 PM

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On the Camino de Santiago, Tourism Is Helping Small Towns Survive

Each year, tens of thousands of hikers start the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. Their presence is helping the small towns along the route survive.

June 21, 2022 03:48 PM

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Giovanna Dell’Orto

Restaurants + Cafés

The 5 Best Gourmet Markets in Madrid

Once used for only grocery shopping, Madrid’s markets have blossomed into hot spots for meals and nightlife.

April 20, 2017 12:06 PM

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Yvonne Gordon

Bars + Nightlife

5 Great Cocktail Bars in Mexico City

From flowers to fire to worms, Mexico City mixologists are getting creative

April 5, 2016 05:36 PM

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Chadner Navarro

COVID + Travel

These U.S. and International Airports Have COVID-19 Testing Facilities

Where you can get tested before takeoff or after landing.

December 15, 2020 04:22 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

The Only Nonstop Flight From L.A. to Singapore Takes Off This Fall

United is making it faster to get more than half way around the world with new nonstop service from Los Angeles to Singapore.

October 9, 2017 05:33 PM

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United

Art + Architecture

14 Excellent Art Museums With Free Entry

Ditch the ticket counter and enjoy the world’s greatest art for free at these 14 museums.

May 18, 2017 11:59 AM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Tips + News

The Coolest Pads Now Bookable on Marriott’s New Homesharing Service

The hotel company’s version of Airbnb is now live and these are some of the standout homes.

May 10, 2019 07:51 PM

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Michelle Baran

Tips + News

Belize Is Open to International Travelers With Expanded Safe Corridor in Place

Visitors can now move freely around Belize, but must have negative COVID-19 test results and reservations for government-approved accommodations to be allowed into the country.

February 2, 2021 05:34 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Where to Travel Next

Exploring Ireland’s West Coast Via Whiskey Tours, Sheep Farms, and Sea Safaris

A passionate whiskey maker, a charismatic sheepdog trainer, and a Blacksod Bay captain are all part of the county’s heart and soul.

April 29, 2024 02:02 PM

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Susan Portnoy

The suite boasts a phenomenal view of the Vegas strip.

Hotels

An Insider’s Look at One of the World’s Most Expensive Hotel Suites

High art for high rollers: The Damien Hirst–designed suite at the Palms casino in Las Vegas is open for stays.

March 5, 2019 06:33 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Festivals + Events

Your Go-To Guide to Modernism Week in Palm Springs

Here’s everything you need to know to plan a perfect itinerary for this year’s celebration of midcentury modern design, taking place February 14 through February 24, 2019.

January 29, 2019 09:32 PM

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Carole Dixon

Beaches

How to Plan for a Trip to French Polynesia

Prepare for the supreme sunsets and flavors of French Polynesia with these travel tips for Tahiti and Bora Bora.

February 3, 2022 06:26 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Spring 2025

These Are the Best New Hotels of 2025

Afar’s picks for the 25 best new hotels in the world.

April 3, 2025 08:59 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

This bedroom of a treehouse accommodation at Twin Farms in Vermont has floor to ceiling windows with views of the area's birch forest.

Stay Here Next

Treehouses for Grown-Ups? Yes, Please. A Review of Vermont’s Elevated New Lodgings

Twin Farms in Vermont is a standard setter for luxurious getaways in the Northeast—and now the retreat’s new Treehouse accommodations are elevating it further.

April 18, 2024 12:59 PM

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Greg Sullivan

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