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Rwanda’s flourishing cycling culture gives reason to visit beyond the mountain gorillas.

CroisiEurope’s river cruises focus on reducing their environmental impact—and reaching peak cultural immersion in destinations including Paris and the Mekong River.

Escape the crowds and connect to the aloha spirit with award-winning UnCruise Adventures.

Manchester has a long history of pushing boundaries, and its ingenuity is on the rise once again with new arts venues and creative programming.

The recently released 2026 Happy City Index ranks cities based on the happiness of their citizens. The highest-ranking city also happens to be one of Europe’s most buzzworthy destinations.

Cars refuel in gas stations, and humans recharge in thermal waters.

AFAR hotels expert Jennifer Flowers reflects on her first surfing lesson, how Hawai‘i is taking big steps to protect its oceans, and what the state means to her.

Whether you’re looking to chase the Northern Lights, try your hand at fly fishing, or unwind in a spa surrounded by nature, these are the best places to stay in Alaska for an adventure in the great outdoors.

Go for a soak in these dreamy, steamy waters in some of the most beautiful places on Earth.

Outside of Mexico, some of the liveliest observances of Día de los Muertos take place in U.S. cities—and they’re totally free to attend.

The opening of the International African American Museum was an important moment in the city’s—and country’s—history.

White-water rafting in summer, skiing in winter, hiking, biking, and hot springs in the shoulder seasons: Here’s how to enjoy a year’s worth of outdoor adventures in Idaho, the low-key superstar of the Pacific Northwest.

The 2020 pandemic already forced Rio de Janeiro to scrap traditional plans for its second-biggest party, New Year’s Eve, which draws millions of people to Copacabana beach for fireworks.

Recover the Scandinavian way at Prospect in the Berkshires, through nature, clean air, and multiple sauna sessions.

Afar editors share the 2025 hotel stays they didn’t want to leave—and would happily return to.