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Tips + News

San Francisco’s Cable Cars Are Shutting Down Temporarily for Repairs

Travelers visiting between September 13 and 22 won’t be able to ride one of the city’s most iconic attractions.

September 12, 2019 03:47 PM

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Juliet Williams

Natural Wonders

Famous Malta Arch Collapses Into the Sea

You may recognize this famous natural formation from the first episode of “Game of Thrones.”

March 15, 2017 02:16 PM

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Matt Villano

AFAR Advisor

Western Wonders: Discovering Lesser-Known West Denmark

From architectural “wows” and natural highs to ancient ruins and modern culinary marvels, this part of the land of the Danes is full of delights and surprises.

Sponsored by VisitDenmark

Travel for Good

What Travelers Can Do to Save the Planet

Travel can be used as a force for positive change.

April 22, 2020 09:22 AM

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Staff

Loyalty + Rewards

The Best Miles and Rewards Travel Deals for Summer

It’s not too late to score an awesome summer escape using those hard-earned loyalty points.

July 1, 2019 06:39 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Restaurants + Cafés

Could Hawaii’s Traditional Culinary Practices Help Save the Planet?

Culinary pioneer Peter Merriman talks the traditional—and slightly controversial—food trend that began on the islands and took the world by storm.

August 10, 2017 07:45 PM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

These Are the World’s Most Expensive Cities for Expats

Mercer’s 25th annual Cost of Living Survey ranks cities across a number of factors, including costs of goods and services.

June 26, 2019 03:01 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Hotels

9 Great Seattle Airbnbs to Rent for a Truly Local Stay

Live like a local in the Emerald City with these home-away-from-home Airbnbs in neighborhoods from Capitol Hill to Ballard.

April 16, 2021 04:05 PM

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Lora Shinn

Loyalty + Rewards

Hilton Honors 101: How to Make the Most of This Massive Loyalty Program

With more than 5,500 hotels in its portfolio (and growing), Hilton’s loyalty program offers countless opportunities to earn and use points.

December 5, 2018 10:46 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Solo Travel

An Epic Solo Trip to French Polynesia

Nikon photographer Flash Parker documents the epic beauty of French Polynesia using the new Nikon D7500.

Sponsored by Nikon

Restaurants + Cafés

For a Taste of the Real Harlem, Eat Where the Locals Eat

The storied African American neighborhood has stubbornly weathered gentrification and become even more itself—with even more exciting restaurant options.

September 19, 2019 12:18 PM

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Khalid Salaam

Where to Travel Next

Discover Hidden Charms in the City of Light

There is wonder everywhere you look in Paris. Go beyond the iconic sights to see this classic destination’s unsung sides and experience its delights in unexpected ways.

Sponsored by The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless™ Card from Chase

Art + Culture

The Best Travel Shows to Stream Right Now

Enjoy the thrill of the chase in Paris, a Stanley Tucci tour of Italy, and a puppet’s-eye view of global cuisine with these streaming TV shows.

March 9, 2021 10:59 AM

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Staff

For some, crossing the Atlantic via cruise ship represents a way to connect with history.

Ocean Cruises

The Thrill of an Off-Season Transatlantic Cruise, Rough Seas and All

Late fall and winter sailings across the Atlantic on Cunard line’s classic “Queen Mary 2” ocean liner can bring unpredictable weather. For enthusiasts, that’s part of the appeal.

January 5, 2023 09:14 PM

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Fran Golden

Epic Trips

Yes, You Can Help Save Endangered Species on Your Next Trip

If you’ve ever wanted to live out your childhood dream of being a marine biologist or even an archaeologist, try booking a trip with a research bent: it’s easier than you think.

August 9, 2018 05:03 PM

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Jeff Grossman

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