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Books

The Surprising Book Genre That Could Inspire Your Next Trip

Using settings as characters, the best mysteries can offer a vivid introduction to a city or country. These stories will get you started on your next adventure.

May 21, 2024 06:11 PM

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Pat Tompkins

History + Culture

Mexican Villages Try to Preserve Authentic Day of the Dead

Día de los Muertos is celebrated to honor the lives of ancestors and to acknowledge the ever-revolving cycle of life and death.

November 2, 2021 12:09 PM

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Fernanda Pesce

The Madison Suite Bedroom at the Ritz Carlton NoMad, featuring a palette of brown and bronze and a view of New York City.

Stay Here Next

This New York City Hotel May Have the Best Rooftop Bar of the Summer

The new Ritz-Carlton NoMad brings bar-raising luxury—and a fantastic rooftop bar—to an emerging New York City neighborhood.

June 30, 2023 02:29 PM

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Aislyn Greene

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Cities We Love

The Perfect Weekend Getaway in Portland, Oregon

From eating at new and exciting restaurants to hiking in parks filled with ancient trees and traditions, here’s how to spend a weekend in Rose City right now.

May 11, 2023 05:29 PM

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Jessie Beck

Food + Drink

These 5 U.S. Wine Regions Will Make You Swear You’re in France

Fall is the perfect time to visit rolling-hill vineyards and award-winning wineries, from the Willamette Valley to the Finger Lakes.

September 19, 2025 12:06 PM

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Justin Goldman

Soak on your private terrace with a glass of wine in Auberge du Soleil’s newly designed private maisons.

Restaurants + Cafés

5 of the Best Napa Valley Hotels for Food Lovers

Come for the wine, stay for the incredible food to pair it all with.

December 20, 2019 05:46 PM

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Sara Button

4 Days In

The Perfect 4 Days in Dubai, According to Locals

The restaurants, neighborhoods, and hotels worth a visit on a long weekend in Dubai.

November 19, 2024 02:24 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Food + Drink

America’s Tuscany: 9 Amazing Olive Oil Orchards to Visit in the U.S.

Tired of winetasting? Try olive oil tasting.

August 18, 2020 09:29 AM

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Dawn Reiss

Photo Essays

10 Photos of French Polynesia that will Make You Want to Go Now

Travel with Paul Gauguin Cruises to capture these dreamy South Pacific moments yourself.

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River Cruises

The Secret to Exploring Europe’s Popular Christmas Markets That Most People Don’t Know About

Gingerbread and mulled wine, artisan crafts, and festive lights—there’s a wonderful way to be delivered directly to Europe’s enchanting holiday markets in comfort and style.

November 4, 2024 07:20 PM

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Fran Golden

The bar at the Capital One Lounge at Denver International Airport,

Air Travel News

Capital One’s New Denver Airport Lounge Serves Cocktails From One of North America’s 50 Best Bars

AFAR got a sneak peek inside the new airport lounge in Concourse A.

November 6, 2023 05:02 PM

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Bailey Berg

Health + Wellness

Your Next Trip Could Be Hosted by Your Gym

In addition to launching its own brand of hotels in 2019, Equinox is debuting active travel experiences next spring.

October 4, 2018 05:53 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

Las Vegas Airport Installs PPE Vending Machines

Forgot your face mask while packing? McCarran International Airport has got you covered.

May 18, 2020 07:11 PM

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Sara Button

Packing Tips + Gear

15 Mother’s Day Gifts for Your Travel-Loving Mom

Mother’s Day is on May 14 this year.

May 2, 2023 10:22 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Weekend Getaways

Find a Quiet Summer Hideaway in Carbondale, Colorado

This Colorado charmer packs in plenty of appeal—restaurants, galleries, museums, hot springs, and spas—all with lodging priced at a fraction of the cost of an Aspen-based vacation.

July 7, 2020 07:13 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

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