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One of Yosemite National Park’s most popular attractions is finally open to the public again after being closed to improve access to the site’s giant sequoias.

Adventure travelers who want to experience the pura vida of this Central American country can choose from zip lines, scuba diving, horseback excursions, and more

From customer service to connecting you with other passengers, KLM has harnessed the power of social media.

Nikon photographer Flash Parker documents the epic beauty of French Polynesia using the new Nikon D7500.

From a shipping container in Portland, Maine, to the world’s largest indie bookstore in Portland, Oregon, these are Afar staffers’ favorite bookshops.

The National Park Service’s new permit system combats madding crowds, parking dramas, and other growing problems at the summit.

Dr. Sean Parsons, the founder and CEO of at-home COVID test company Ellume, talks about false positives, the detectability of the Delta variant, and the future of an at-home flu/COVID test.

One person has travel perks like TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, or a seat upgrade—and the other doesn’t: Does proper etiquette mean you have to stick together or can you just meet on the other side?

Risk of fire means that high-tech bags with unremovable batteries—used to power trackers, device chargers, and even scooter motors—are about to become no-fly items.

The country’s “Rent a Finn” program is pairing a few lucky travelers with locals to show off what makes Finland the happiest country in the world.

The swearing-in ceremony featured an American trifecta: citizenship, national parks, and public libraries.

A total lunar eclipse will turn the moon red on Sunday night. Here’s what you need to know about this astronomical event.

AFAR editors reflect on the challenges faced—and decisions made—regarding this year’s less-than-festive season.

When personal tragedy strikes, two friends seek healing on an adventure-filled trip to Yonder Escalante.

Airlines can now ask for medical documentation proving the passenger’s need for the animal and can deny access to animals deemed a threat. They cannot, however, ban specific breeds such as pit bulls.