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Go It Alone: Where to Hike, Meditate, and Breathe Among Trees This Year, All on Your Own

From practicing yoga in Sri Lanka to soaking in hot springs in Banff National Park, here’s where to treat your mind, body, and soul kindly.

January 23, 2026 12:37 PM

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Aislyn Greene

A guest room at the Hoxton Edinburgh with slate-blue walls, a large bed with a bright red fabric Art Deco-style headboard, wood floors, various lamps and sconces, and a full-length mirror on the wall

Loyalty + Rewards

If You Like Staying in Independent, Boutique Hotels but Dig Loyalty Perks, Too—We Have a Solution for You

These lesser-known rewards programs and memberships allow you to accumulate points on stays and get discounts and benefits at smaller, more independent hotels and resorts.

January 8, 2026 07:21 PM

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Katherine Fan

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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Associated Press (AP)

Hotels

10 New, Incredible Luxury Hotels Opening Around the World This Spring

AFAR’s resident hotel expert shares the spring hotel openings that are worth a special trip this year.

February 29, 2024 03:11 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

National Parks

Yellowstone Closed Due to Severe Floods That Have “Dramatically Changed” Its Landscapes

The nation’s oldest national park has been forced to close due to unprecedented flooding. When it reopens, the park’s terrain might be permanently altered.

June 15, 2022 03:28 PM

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Matthew Brown

Road Trips

The 46 Best Podcasts for Your Next Road Trip or Long Flight

The podcasts to listen to on your next long drive or plane ride, whether you’re a history nerd, traveling with kids, or just in need of a true-crime fix.

May 1, 2024 11:02 AM

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Aislyn Greene

A photo of the village of Albarracin, Spain at sunset, with rocky blue mountains in the background and pink-ish buildings perched on a mountain ledge.

This past year, we daydreamed about, googled, and planned trips to these places more than any others.

December 11, 2023 09:41 AM

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Jessie Beck

Food + Drink

These California Restaurants Just Earned Michelin Stars

Six eateries earned a single star and four restaurants were given a “Green star” for their sustainability efforts in Michelin’s 2023 guide.

July 19, 2023 06:43 PM

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Bailey Berg

Packing Tips + Gear

REI Is Having Its Biggest Sale of the Year—These Are the 16 Items We’re Eyeing With Deals Starting at $20

Snap up some of our favorite gear at a serious discount during REI’s annual Memorial Day Sale, which runs May 16–26, 2025.

May 16, 2025 09:18 AM

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Danielle Hallock

Cities We Love

Why I Still Love San Francisco, Despite Recent Headlines

Foggy evenings and buzzy restaurants remind AFAR’s CEO and cofounder of the city’s charms.

August 24, 2023 04:24 PM

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Greg Sullivan

Packing Tips + Gear

8 Free Airport Apps That Make Your Flight Less Stressful

Ever hear of Mobile Passport? FlightAware? Download these apps before your next flight—you can thank us later.

June 9, 2022 05:27 PM

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Udi Onyile

Outdoor Adventure

In Japan, Skiing on an Extinct Volcano Takes Adventure to New Heights

Off the northwestern tip of Japan lies Rishiri, a volcanic island that offers sea-to-summit skiing.

October 28, 2022 12:08 PM

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Francesco Bassetti

Hotels

Barbie’s Malibu Dream House Is Back on Airbnb

He’s more than “just Ken"—now he’s an Airbnb host. This summer, Ken is hosting two overnight stays at Barbie’s newly remodeled Malibu DreamHouse.

June 26, 2023 07:53 PM

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Mae Hamilton

AFAR Advisor

My 5 Favorite Ways to Travel Virtually Right Now

Until I can get on a plane or train again, I am determined to bring some travel spirit to life in lockdown.

May 4, 2020 05:11 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Travel Tips + Etiquette

I Tried 4 AI Travel Planning Apps. Did Any of Them Actually Make Booking a Trip Easier?

Some AI travel tools work, but you need to know the tricks.

May 2, 2025 11:53 AM

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Craig Stoltz

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