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A Cruise to Indonesia’s Spice Islands Shows “How the World Is Supposed to Be”

Breathing in the nutmeg scent and following red-footed boobies in the footsteps of naturalists on this seven-night Aqua Expedition.

March 31, 2023 03:54 PM

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Michelle Jana Chan

Small Ship Cruises

Baby on Board: 5 Luxury Cruise Lines That Actually Cater to Kids

These luxury cruise lines go the extra (nautical) mile to please wee sailors, from tots to teens.

November 14, 2018 12:17 PM

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Elissa Garay

An overlook of the Pacific Ocean near San Luis Obispo

Road Trips

The 8 Best Things to Do, Eat, and See in and Around San Luis Obispo, California

From feasting on pastries at the Madonna Inn to sipping chardonnay at Chamisal Vineyards, these are some of the best things to do in and around the Central Coast city.

July 30, 2023 08:00 AM

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Mae Hamilton

Summer 2022

Secret Snowballs? Inside the “Alternative Universe” of New Orleans Pop-Ups

In New Orleans, pop-up is a place, a verb—and a lifestyle.

August 11, 2022 05:03 PM

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Leslie Pariseau

Colombia's coffee-growing region is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Where to Travel Next

From Coffee Tours to Scaling a 7,000-Foot Rock: 7 Must-Do Activities on a Trip to Colombia

While one visit merely scratches Colombia’s surface, we all need to start somewhere—right?

November 30, 2022 11:02 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

History + Culture

How to Experience Belgium in Midair

Fly Brussels Airlines for an authentic taste of Belgium before you even arrive.

Sponsored by Brussels Airlines

Back on top for the 13th time is Singapore's Changi Airport, a favorite for the world's tallest indoor waterfall

History + Culture

You Can Visit Singapore for $1 a Day

Flying to Asia? Making Singapore your first stop can add terrific value. Here’s how to do it.

Sponsored by Singapore Tourism Board, Singapore Airlines, and Changi Airport Group

Stone exterior of the Ahwahnee in Yosemite

Hotels

7 Great Camps and Remote Lodges Across the United States

Be it a lodge in the Adirondacks or a hot springs resort in an old Colorado mining town, these upscale refuges will make any outdoor adventure more luxurious.

April 16, 2024 04:47 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Weekend Getaways

Why This Maryland Eastern Shore Town Should Be on Your Summer Trip List

Head here for dynamic history, beautiful scenery—and plenty of crabs.

August 5, 2022 01:35 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Epic Trips

7 (COVID-Era) Dream Trips, Planned by Experts

Stay flexible and keep your sense of humor: It is possible to take a dream trip during COVID.

October 7, 2020 05:37 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

COVID + Travel

Signs of Optimism as New York City Sees Rise in Tourism

Bit by bit, travelers are returning to the city that was the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic in early 2020.

May 11, 2021 08:04 PM

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Deepti Hajela

Hotels

The Most Anticipated European Hotel Openings of 2019

From a historic ship-turned-hotel docked in Edinburgh to the first Four Seasons in Greece, these are the 10 best new hotels opening across Europe in the new year.

December 20, 2018 05:44 PM

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Sandra Ramani

From South Dakota and Oklahoma to Alaska and Alberta, Indigenous groups in the U.S. and Canada are leading efforts to restore bison across North America.

November 23, 2022 01:08 PM

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Hotels

The Most Exciting Hotel Openings in New York’s Catskills and Hudson Valley in 2021

Plus a bonus hotel in New York’s Capital Region worth adding an extra hour to your drive.

July 27, 2021 05:02 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Bars + Nightlife

Avant-Garde Chef Grant Achatz Reinvents the Hotel Cocktail Bar in NYC

AFAR sat down with the innovative mastermind behind Chicago’s Alinea restaurant to discuss his new twist on the classic hotel bar, late-night eats, and smuggle-worthy chartreuses.

October 4, 2017 11:27 AM

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Megan Krigbaum

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