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5 Reasons Why Switzerland Is the Ultimate Winter Escape for Every Traveler

From off-piste skiing to a scenic train ride called “the window to the Swiss Alps,” these are the best ways to experience the season in the Playground of Europe.

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Hotels We Love

Thermal Waters, Sea Air, Alpine Forests: France’s Best Wellness Hotels

From longevity-focused retreats to urban resorts with serious spa programs, France’s top hotels for wellness prioritize results-driven wellness shaped by tradition.

January 20, 2026 10:54 PM

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Lindsey Tramuta

Sunset in Australia with a bubble tent and outdoor bath in the foreground

Hotels

Go Stargazing at These Bubble Hotels and Airbnbs Around the World

Take glamping to a whole new level at one of these bubble hotels and vacation rentals, many with see-through roofs for stargazing.

April 17, 2024 04:48 PM

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Maya Kroth

Two Aldabra giant tortoises leaning in towards each other

Expedition Cruises

Swim with Whale Sharks and Spot Hippos and Tortoises in the “Galápagos of Africa”

A first look at luxury small-ship line Aqua Expeditions’ new sailings in the Seychelles and Zanzibar.

April 30, 2026 06:50 PM

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Fran Golden

Stay Here Next

This Maximalist NYC Hotel Is One of the City’s Buzziest Openings

We checked in to the newly opened Faena New York to see if it lived up to the hype. We found theatrical design, a see-and-be-seen crowd, and key amenities that are still on the way.

February 11, 2026 12:28 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Pregnancy is a great time to travel. But being armed with good information makes the experience all the more impactful.

Packing Tips + Gear

7 Surprising Things in Afar Editors’ Carry-Ons

The sometimes-odd, always-useful things in our carry-ons

November 14, 2024 01:56 AM

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Sophie Friedman

Tired blonde casual caucasian woman wearing sporty hoodie napping on seat while traveling by airplane

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Does Melatonin Really Help You Sleep on a Flight? We Asked Medical Experts

Trying to sleep on a plane? Melatonin has some properties that may help, but they can work against you too. Medical and sleep experts explain.

May 23, 2025 12:13 PM

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Bailey Berg

Two people riding horses through a desert road in Tanque Verde Ranch, Tucson

Outdoor Adventure

The 6 Best Arizona Dude Ranches for an Epic Vacation

Check into these Western accommodations for everything from riding, roping, and good old-fashioned R&R.

For travelers wondering if now is the time to visit Jamaica following last fall’s devastating hurricane, locals weigh in on what to expect and where recovery efforts stand.

January 23, 2026 02:12 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

International Beaches

This European Country Has 300 Miles of Coastline and Some of the Continent’s Most Underrated Beaches

Trade the packed beaches of Greece for the shores of this lesser-visited neighbor.

July 9, 2025 11:58 AM

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Joel Balsam

Three people sitting in camping chairs looking at the sky with solar eclipse viewers

Astrotourism

7 U.S. Parks With Great Views of Totality for the April Solar Eclipse

Experience April’s solar eclipse without the city crowds.

February 6, 2024 02:28 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

A castle atop a green rocky hill, with clouds overhead

History + Culture

Terrifying Dolls, a Nightmare Film, and Bone-Filled Caves: 8 of the World’s Most Haunted Places

You’ll feel goosebumps and then some at these spooky places around the globe.

October 22, 2025 03:59 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

COVID + Travel

New Zealand Just Changed Its Rules for Incoming Travelers

There is now one less hurdle when visiting this beautiful island country.

June 23, 2022 02:31 PM

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Bailey Berg

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