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A sunset view over downtown Asheville with some evening lights illuminating parts of the city

Afar’s cofounders spent three days on the ground in the North Carolina mountain town and came back with a reminder of the positive impact travel dollars can have.

January 29, 2025 02:38 PM

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Joe Diaz

Fall 2025

Track Wolves, Dive Shipwrecks, Hunt for Truffles: 52 Epic Adventures in Every State

Your guide to adrenaline-pumping, wildlife-filled, off-the-beaten-path experiences across all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.

September 16, 2025 12:35 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

U.S. Beaches

Five Reasons Why This Florida Beach Destination Is What You’re Craving Now

The St. Pete/Clearwater area features a gorgeous shoreline and outdoor adventures with plenty of space for fun.

Sponsored by Visit St. Pete Clearwater

Travelers should set aside four to six weeks to get a new passport or expect to pay more for expedited services.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How Long Does It Take to Get a New U.S. Passport Now?

No need to scramble days before your trip when you know how long the passport process takes.

January 22, 2025 08:42 AM

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Ramsey Qubein

Artwork and photography on loan from the Orlando Museum of Art

Air Travel News

How to Get Airport Lounge Access: The Best Memberships to Sign Up For

Here are the best memberships—and credit cards—that will get you into airport lounges around the world.

November 29, 2023 10:18 AM

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Paul Rubio

In the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, travelers can witness dramatic wildlife river crossings.

Hotels

Your Next Safari Lodge Could Be a Marriott—We Took a Closer Look

In early 2023, the world’s largest hotel chain will open its first safari lodge under the luxury JW Marriott brand in Kenya’s renowned Masai Mara National Reserve.

October 26, 2022 09:00 AM

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Sarika Bansal

Visitors to Scotland’s west coast can travel to more than 30 sites to see dolphins, porpoises, and whales from land.

December 2, 2021 04:34 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

An exotic cactus garden on top of the medieval village of Eze in the south of France, French Riviera.

Where to Travel Next

These 8 Desert Gardens Feel Like a Small Dose of Summer Year-Round

From a sprawling botanical museum in Arizona to a cliffside succulent sanctuary in France, these gardens prove the desert is anything but desolate.

January 5, 2026 11:11 AM

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James Oliver Cury

Museums + Galleries

MoMA Is Offering Free Online Art Courses You Can Take at Home

The subjects explore everything from photography and fashion to abstract painting, with guidance from MoMA curators, artists, and designers.

April 10, 2020 03:55 PM

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Sarah Buder

Art + Culture

This Year’s Must-Visit Arts Destination Is Not Where You Might Think

With conservation-minded watercolors and giant fiberglass lobsters, Islamorada’s artists are capturing the essence of the Florida Keys.

January 14, 2025 02:36 PM

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Charlene Fang

Holiday Travel

You Can Now Book the Real-Life “Home Alone” House on Airbnb

The one-night stay only costs $25 (Chicago’s finest pizza included).

December 1, 2021 08:26 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

Switzerland to Welcome Americans Starting June 28

Fully vaccinated U.S. travelers won’t be required to test or quarantine when entering Switzerland; those who are unvaccinated will need to submit a COVID test.

June 18, 2021 05:27 PM

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Michelle Baran

Epic Trips

Uncovr, the Tour Company That’s All About Spontaneity Over Scheduling

Linger over long meals and learn from—and drink with—locals in the arts, architecture, winemaking, and more.

February 27, 2020 01:10 PM

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Mary Holland

Air Travel News

Scandinavian Carrier SAS Files for Bankruptcy in the U.S.

The carrier said pilot strikes had impacted its financial position.

July 5, 2022 12:47 PM

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Jan M. Olsen

Colorful geometric brown, black and white tiles for the backsplash of a coffee, snack and tapas counter area at the Capital One Landing space at DCA

Loyalty + Rewards

Why Capital One Venture Credit Cards Are Perfect for Travelers

Explore three rewarding options for earning miles, enjoying perks, and making the most of your travel spending.

January 9, 2025 08:39 AM

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Paul Rubio

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