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Writer Santi Elijah Holley heads to New Orleans to explore how the city’s latest offerings help tell a different, more inclusive story.

From the Memphis blues to Seattle grunge, the United States’ unique musical genres are products of the cities that birthed them.

Just weeks before the dissolution of Roe v. Wade, a writer visits New York’s Finger Lakes to reflect on how far the nation has come—and how far it has to go.

From sipping warm coffee on a misty mountaintop to experiencing top-tier gastronomy and culture, let this AFAR-designed trip inspire your next adventure on the island.

Venture beyond the big cities and you’ll find peaceful onsen, historic architecture, and the freshest sushi.

History meets modern luxury at these 16 hotels we love—perfect for your next getaway in Washington, D.C.

Opened in May, the Fenix museum brings interactive installations and a showstopping, tornado-like rooftop structure to Rotterdam’s historic port district.

Stroll through historic streets and see the skyline from beautiful rooftops.

President Biden has designated nearly half a dozen new national monuments since October 2022—and that is likely to be just the beginning.

Deep in the historical city of San Antonio, new developments are brewing.

Southeastern Italy may be better known for its beaches and burrata, but it’s also layered with ancient Greek and Roman ruins—and extraordinary hotels that alone are worth the trip.

This Caribbean nation is working to make sustainability its top policy priority. Here’s how it will affect travelers and locals alike.

Celebrate the Sooner State’s rich Native American culture with natural wonders and historical sites, and by supporting Cherokee-owned small businesses.

Afar’s deputy editor Michelle Baran grew up near the groundbreaking theme park and has been going for more than 40 years. She has some thoughts on the best things to see and do at Disneyland—old and new.

These big little cities and frontier towns are great bases for exploring Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks.