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Sustainable Travel

7 Dreamy Hotels and Resorts in the Caribbean

They’re also kind to the Earth.

May 24, 2024 02:09 PM

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Terry Ward

Cities We Love

A Local’s Guide to the New Hotels, Restaurants, and Cultural Events in San Francisco

Get a peek at what’s new in San Francisco, from increasingly diverse restaurants to a slew of free entertainment.

May 24, 2024 07:50 AM

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Chelsea Davis

AFAR Advisor

Why Colombia Should Be Your Next Dream Trip

A leader in sustainable tourism, this Latin American country offers nature in spades, plus fascinating history and vibrant culture that rewards all travelers.

October 29, 2020 05:34 PM

Art + Culture

10 Great Travel Destinations for Art Lovers

From a Japanese art island to a creative colony among ancient olive groves in Israel, these are the global art towns, big and small, we’d happily visit.

November 10, 2021 11:18 AM

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Alex V. Cipolle

Destination Spotlight

The 5 Emerging Destinations in Saudi Arabia You Need to Know

A 105-mile-long city, a conservation-driven beach resort, and a restored UNESCO site are a few of the exciting tourism developments in Saudi Arabia.

January 27, 2023 06:12 PM

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Nicola Chilton

What’s the Difference Between Holland and the Netherlands?

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Holland vs. Netherlands: What Is the Difference?

Though the names were once used interchangeably, Holland was dropped from the official branding of the Netherlands in 2020. Here’s why they were never the same thing.

January 16, 2024 07:14 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Left: Bradford House's Lantern Room; right: Bradford House's Historic Grand King

Hotels We Love

Neon-Lit Landmarks and Stylish Adobe Hotels: Our Favorite Places to Stay Along Route 66

From mosaic tiles to cowhide, these hotels celebrate Americana from Chicago to L.A.

November 11, 2025 08:01 PM

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Matt Kirouac

Mt. Etna smoking with snow dusting the upper half of the mountain and the city of Catania down below

The volcano is one of the most active in the world, but this was the most severe event since February 2021.

June 4, 2025 01:23 PM

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Erica Firpo

Outdoor Adventure

4 Reasons Why Tohoku, Japan Should Be Your Next International Trip

Discover a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, architecture, whiskey, and more in this lesser-known—and absolutely gorgeous—region of Japan.

Sponsored by Japan National Tourism Organization

Trains

A New High-Speed Train Will Connect These 2 Iconic Italy Destinations Directly

Starting in 2024, travelers will be able to take a single train (versus a cumbersome connection) to travel from the capital to this famed archaeological site.

June 16, 2023 03:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

The New Longest Flight in the World Is 20 Hours

The route, which will connect Sydney to London, is expected to launch in 2025.

May 10, 2023 08:07 PM

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Bailey Berg

Tips + News

Fires Threaten Unique Wildlife on Australian “Galápagos”

Wildfires have burned through one-third of Kangaroo Island, home to 4,500 people and what was a thriving ecotourism industry.

January 6, 2020 12:34 PM

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Nick Perry

AFAR Advisor

California With the Kids: A Family Travel Guide

AFAR’s editor in chief on the no-stress way to do Disneyland, favorite kid-friendly hotels, and where to eat in Berkeley.

June 7, 2021 05:13 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Air Travel News

Will Flight Cancellations Disrupt Holiday Travel?

Holiday travel is reaching prepandemic levels. Will airlines be able to keep up?

December 14, 2021 05:23 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Cities We Love

Let North Georgia’s Smaller, Shining Cities Charm You

North Georgia has an appeal all its own with its picturesque towns, outdoor activities, and dining experiences, all making for a fulfilling vacation any time of year.

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