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From cities like Riyadh (above) to vast desertscapes, it's now easier to see Saudi Arabia.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

A New Visa Process Makes It Much Easier to Travel to Saudi Arabia Now

The conservative kingdom has only been offering tourist visas since 2019.

September 2, 2022 06:09 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hiking + Cycling

The Best Hikes in Arizona (They’re Not All in the Grand Canyon)

With trails through canyons, lava tubes, deserts, and even ancient ruins, Arizona’s diverse landscape is a hiker’s paradise.

January 14, 2020 09:49 AM

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Melanie Haiken

Striking view of Torres del Paine National Park with large jagged peaks basking in a sunny glow and dusted with sections of snow rising behind a body of water and shrub-filled flatlands in the foreground

The campaign, called 10 Volunteers for 10 Days, aims to help develop a new, sustainable trail in Chile’s Torres del Paine National Park. The deadline to apply is February 27.

February 26, 2026 05:21 PM

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Bailey Berg

A Western-tinged Main Street with colorful shops and a mountain in the background

Weekend Getaways

8 Great Weekend Escapes in Colorado

Skiing in Breckenridge, hiking rock formations in Grand Junction, biking to breweries in Fort Collins—these are a few of our favorite things.

September 11, 2024 11:32 AM

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Bailey Berg

Breckenridge's gondolas make the area's natural spaces more accessible.

Outdoor Adventure

5 Ski Towns That Bring Tons of Outdoorsy Fun—Snow Not Required

Rethink what you thought you knew about visiting your beloved mountain town.

October 3, 2022 06:20 PM

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Bailey Berg

AFAR Approved

Apple AirTag Review: Why You Need This Travel Accessory if You Check Bags

This quarter-sized device makes keeping track of your luggage when you fly (at least a little) less stressful.

September 25, 2023 05:20 PM

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Bailey Berg

A pool with chairs and umbrellas at the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Family Travel

What Makes These Resorts Great for Family-Friendly Winter Escapes

These properties help families enjoy the sun with amenities designed for every generation.

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A person pushing someone in a wheelchair in an airport

Air Travel News

United Unveils New Search Tool for Passengers With Wheelchairs

The development is the latest in a series of strides being made in the realm of accessible air travel.

November 9, 2023 06:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

Packing Tips + Gear

10 Travel-Ready Fanny Packs That Are Actually Stylish

Once the butt of the joke, fanny packs are back upfront.

September 5, 2024 11:11 AM

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Courtney Holden

Shakti Himalaya's Prana Lodge with glass walls, lit from inside

Stay Here Next

This New, 7-Suite Himalayan Mountain Lodge Pairs Trekking With High-End Hospitality

Shakti Himalaya’s guided walking trips in India’s Kumaon Himalayas culminate at the new Prana Lodge, where days on the trail give way to fireside evenings and mountain views.

May 19, 2026 05:34 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Man and women traveling with daughter on an airplane

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Snow on the Catalina Mountains in Catalina State Park, Tucson Arizona

Outdoor Adventure

9 State Parks to Visit in Winter, Where You Can Snowshoe in a Ghost Town or Hike Above the Trees

Find peaceful escape in these underrated state parks, some of which are bigger than many national parks.

November 12, 2025 02:36 PM

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Matt Kirouac

Castle of Torrechiara in Italy. Aerial view

Hiking + Cycling

This 93-Mile Italian Hike Leads to Medieval Monasteries—and Lunches Cooked by Nuns

The Via di Linari winds through the Apennines, passing abbeys, castles, and mountain towns. Here’s how to hike the Italian route.

December 11, 2025 01:02 PM

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Alessio Perrone

Hotel June occupies prime territory on the California coast.

Hotels

This Restored Malibu Hotel Offers a Vintage Boutique Getaway

Bob Dylan’s erstwhile home reopens on California’s Pacific Coast.

August 16, 2022 12:48 PM

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Kristin Braswell

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