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Mercato, on the ground floor of Janu Tokyo, serves Italian comfort food in a light-filled space featuring a large living tree.

Aman’s New Lifestyle Hotel Brand Is Finally Open—Here’s What It’s Like

Janu Tokyo has finally opened its doors, launching the playful, wellness-focused, and slightly more affordable new luxury lifestyle brand from Aman Resorts.

March 29, 2024 02:18 PM

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Chris Schalkx

Southern Ocean Lodge is located on the coast of remote Kangaroo Island, 70 miles south of Adelaide across a wild ocean.

Stay Here Next

After Devastating Wildfires, One of Australia’s Most Iconic Lodges Has Been Reborn

After having been decimated by wildfires in 2020, Southern Ocean Lodge in Australia is back—and it’s better than ever. Here’s a firsthand look at the reimagined retreat.

March 25, 2024 02:04 PM

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Lee Tulloch

Rock formations at a beach, with turquoise and dark blue water in the foreground

Islands

10 Tropical Island Getaways Worldwide for People Who Are Tired of Being Cold

Ditch your parka for sunscreen and a beach read and warm up on one of these sunny islands.

December 22, 2025 12:16 PM

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Paul Rubio

Guests kayaking in Glacier Bay with Wilderness Adventurer

Where to Travel Next

How to Experience the Alaskan Expedition of a Lifetime

With so many itineraries packed with adventure, nobody does Alaska better than UnCruise.

Sponsored by UnCruise Adventures

Hotels

This “Queen’s Gambit”–Inspired Hotel Room Is a Midcentury Dream

The “Harmon Room” at Kentucky’s 21c Museum Hotel Lexington lets you immerse yourself in the world of Netflix’s champion chess player.

January 8, 2021 04:35 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

May / June 2021

Embracing the Unknown in Rio de Janeiro

On a last-minute trip to Rio de Janeiro, author Carmen Maria Machado luxuriates in beach feasts, practices small talk—and confronts her travel anxiety.

January 12, 2021 04:30 PM

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Carmen Maria Machado

Ukraine + Travel

These Travel Companies Are Helping to House and Transport Ukraine Refugees

Travel companies including Marriott Bonvoy, Airbnb, Holland America, and Uber continue to find ways to help those fleeing Ukraine.

May 5, 2022 01:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Epic Trips

A World of Wonder

Now, more than ever, we want to deepen our appreciation of nature around the planet—but rather than just see and do, we want to serve and protect.

May 4, 2022 07:52 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Collage of 8 photos, most showing hotels

Hotels We Love

The 40 Best New Hotels of 2026

Afar’s picks for the 40 best new and renovated hotels around the world.

June 10, 2026 10:00 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City has a red exterior and pitched roofs.

Hotels

Why Your Next Winter Escape Should Be Canada

Choose your own winter adventure in Canada—be it holiday markets, winter wonderland hikes, or an ice hotel—and base yourself at one of these standout hotels.

November 7, 2024 12:09 PM

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Michael Kaminer

Food + Drink

The 14 Best Food Gifts for People Who Travel to Eat

These gift ideas will take your favorite food lover on a culinary journey.

November 4, 2022 04:01 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Disney

5 Disney Desserts That Actually Taste as Good as They Look

Walt Disney World has eye candy down to a science, but it’s not all fondant and food coloring.

May 10, 2019 01:21 PM

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Nicole Antonio

History + Culture

Intimate Portraits of Women Who Live as Men in Remote Albania

Photographer Jill Peters traveled to the villages of northern Albania to document the last living followers of a dying tradition.

August 10, 2018 03:48 PM

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Sarah Buder

Art + Culture

12 Movies Set in Tokyo to Stream Right Now

If you’re longing for a trip to Tokyo, get a shot of Japanese culture by watching these movies—from anime to film festival favorites—all set in the capital city.

May 15, 2020 05:30 PM

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Staff

11 Awesome St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Around the World

Festivals + Events

9 Destinations Around the World That Go All Out for St. Patrick’s Day

Ireland isn’t the only place that gets its green on—pack your bags (with leprechaun gear) for these global destinations, too.

March 13, 2023 09:15 PM

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Dana Brindle

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