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Europe Proposes Extending Travel Ban Until June 15

The European Commission has requested another 30-day extension of the restriction on non-essential travel into the European Union.

May 8, 2020 07:38 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cantina Contramar at Fontainebleau - Gabriela-Camara (L) Pescado a la talla (R)

Hotel News + Openings

A Celebrated Mexico City Restaurant Is Coming to Las Vegas

Chef Gabriela Cámara is opening Cantina Contramar, an outpost of her Mexico City seafood institution, at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on March 28, 2026.

February 11, 2026 11:50 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Winter 2026

Should You Have to Change How You Dress When You Travel?

There’s self-expression, and then there’s fitting in. Here’s how travelers can balance personal freedom and respect for local customs when traveling.

January 5, 2026 10:27 AM

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Anu Taranath

The new American Express Centurion Lounge at Atlanta Airport

At long last, American Express now has its own travel mobile app with several key functions that card users and travelers can benefit from.

September 23, 2025 04:55 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

The Best Airfares for February—Which Will Be the Lowest They’ve Been in Years

These are the domestic and international flights to book ASAP.

January 29, 2020 01:06 AM

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Michelle Baran

The tail of an American Airlines aircraft in the foreground and one taxing in the background with a control tower and terminal behind it at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Air Travel News

American Airlines Has Started Holding Some Tight Flight Connections for Customers—Here’s How It Works

At select U.S. airports, American Airlines passengers may now have a better chance of making their connecting flight.

December 19, 2025 05:45 PM

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Sophie Friedman

An aerial view of Marine City and Gwangan Bridge, Busan, South Korea, 10 Oct 2024.

Winter 2025

This Underrated Asian City Is Home to Beaches, Bathhouses, and Rich History

Often bypassed in favor of shinier Seoul, the South Korean city of Busan—known for its beaches, bathhouses, and rich history—is a destination all its own.

January 6, 2025 02:04 PM

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Peggy Orenstein

Jennifer Flowers in the Plaza Hotel in 1987, with her brother Justin in the background.

Hotels

AFAR’s Very Own Eloise on What Makes a Great Hotel

Senior deputy editor and hotels expert Jennifer Flowers reflects on her childhood growing up in the Plaza Hotel and this year’s Stay List.

April 11, 2023 12:37 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Slanted trees line the edge of a beach in Aruba.

Islands

For a Caribbean Beach Vacation Without a Hurricane Risk, Head to the ABC Islands

Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire have postcard-perfect beaches and plenty of activities—plus, they’re outside the Caribbean hurricane belt.

June 1, 2026 02:26 PM

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Brian Major

Writing out a list is one of the easiest ways to make sure nothing is forgotten.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Your Easy Travel Checklist: 9 Steps to a Stress-Free Trip

A step-by-step guide to making sure you don’t forget anything important in the rush to get out the door.

December 3, 2024 05:55 AM

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Bailey Berg

The lobby area in the Graduate Palo Alto featuring a long wooden tables with chairs and a wall covered in a gallery-style mix of artwork

Hotel News + Openings

Hilton Loyalists Now Have Access to One of Our Favorite Boutique Hotel Brands

The only thing better than design-forward properties is design-forward properties that also enjoy the benefits of being part of a larger loyalty program.

March 22, 2024 09:07 AM

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Bailey Berg

Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge located in southern Washington State, 80 miles northeast of Portland, Oregon. The site is surrounded by hills and evergreens.

Stay Here Next

This New Glamping Retreat in Washington State Offers S’mores, Stargazing, and Soft Adventure

In the Pacific Northwest, guests are encouraged to unplug, embrace the outdoors, and commune over s’mores.

August 18, 2025 01:32 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

Required Eating: 10 Foods Not to Miss in Minnesota

Food + Drink

These Are the 13 Best Places to Try Native American Food in the U.S.

Contemporary restaurants are reimagining what “American” food means with the help of Indigenous chefs and ingredients.

October 10, 2024 03:32 PM

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Andrea Cooper

Fairmont Breakers Long Beach opened in 1926. Its facade is white and palm trees line the entrance.

Stay Here Next

This Renovated Historic Hotel Offers Beachfront Peace in an Underrated California City

The Fairmont Breakers Long Beach gives travelers several new reasons to head south from L.A.

July 7, 2025 11:09 AM

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Tim Chester

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