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The Best New Restaurants in Paris Right Now (2018)

The best 2018 openings in Paris include everything from a refined Pierre Hermé tea salon on the Left Bank to a neon-colored Asian canteen in the 11th arrondissement.

December 21, 2018 04:06 PM

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Lindsey Tramuta

Scene at ΟΙ ΣΥΜΠΕΘΕΡΟΙ with owner Thanos Vrettakis serving customers.

Spring 2026

The Most Subversive Neighborhood in Athens Is Also Its Tastiest

Long a refuge for anarchists and artists, Exarcheia today is a nexus for natural wine, moussaka sandwiches, and specialty craft stores at these locally loved shops.

April 28, 2026 03:04 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Illustration of woman holding three giant credit cards on pastel background

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Maximize Travel Benefits With Multiple Credit Cards

Juggling multiple credit cards can majorly boost your points and miles balance. But before you sign up, consider these tips for minimizing your financial housekeeping.

April 25, 2024 02:40 PM

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Paul Rubio

A canvas tent with wooden stairs, surrounded by trees

Hotel News + Openings

Under Canvas Opens Its First California Camp Near Yosemite National Park

The beloved glamping brand now offers a new way to experience the great outdoors in the Golden State.

April 16, 2026 01:40 PM

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Bailey Berg

Ocean Cruises

Why Your Alaska Cruise Should Include Extra Time in Anchorage

We have five good reasons to allot extra time ashore in Anchorage before or after your cruise ship adventure.

April 2, 2019 06:10 PM

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Jenna Schnuer

2XK0J6J July 13, 2024: Day 1 of July 2024 Black Mesa photo trip at Black Mesa State Park in Kenton, OK.

Astrotourism

Black Mesa Is One of the Loneliest, Darkest Corners of America. That’s Exactly Why You Should Go.

Come to Oklahoma for petroglyphs, bighorn sheep, and some of the darkest skies in North America.

March 24, 2026 12:08 PM

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Heide Brandes

Three alpacas standing in front of a blurry barn in the background

Hotels

Penguins, Monkeys, and Alpacas, Oh My! 8 Wild Airbnbs for Animal Lovers

At these rental properties around the world, you can commune with wildlife and farm animals.

May 17, 2024 03:24 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Baratunde Thurston canoes in the Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia for his show, America Outdoors.

Travel Tales

We’re Back! Travel Tales by AFAR Podcast Returns for Season 4

Looking for travel inspiration? Each week, in season four of our podcast, launching October 5, we’ll bring you tales of transformational travel.

October 5, 2023 08:00 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Spring 2024

Walking Ireland’s Wild, Remote, and Rugged Dingle Peninsula

For centuries, the Dingle Way has beckoned those interested in experiencing Ireland’s quieter side.

April 29, 2024 08:57 AM

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Tess Taylor

Kobba Klintar, an old pilot station in Aland archipelago with cafe and museum. Picturesque landscape with island. at Baltic Sea. Aland Islands, Finland. Europe.

Where to Travel Next

The Secret Island Escape in the World’s Happiest Country

These enchanting Baltic Sea islands occupy the sunniest spot in northern Europe.

February 21, 2023 01:17 PM

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Pat Tompkins

River Cruises

The Better Way to Cruise in Venice

Large ocean cruise ships are banned from the city’s historic center but smaller, more environmentally friendly ships can still sail in the Venetian Lagoon.

September 10, 2021 04:24 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Restaurants + Cafés

The 9 Best Spots for Pizza in Chicago

Dig in on the city’s most celebrated pies, from the deep dish to the pan style to the pot pie inspired.

January 10, 2019 10:07 PM

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Nicole Schnitzler

Epic Trips

I Rode a Bike Through Rwanda for 5 Days—Here’s Why It Was the Best Way to See the Country

Rwanda’s flourishing cycling culture gives reason to visit beyond the mountain gorillas.

October 11, 2024 09:35 AM

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Erik Trinidad

Where to Go in Fall

6 Great Fall Outdoor Adventures in the Southwest

Ditch the air-conditioning and bask in canyon country’s idyllic weather.

October 21, 2022 02:21 PM

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Kelly Bastone

This Sompong tree at Aman Nai Lert Bangkok sits next to the hotel's swimming pool.

Stay Here Next

Inside Bangkok’s Most Anticipated Luxury Hotel Opening of the Year

Set within the historic Nai Lert Park, Aman’s first urban hotel in Thailand is a sanctuary of sculptural art, serene suites, and next-level wellness.

June 10, 2025 11:28 AM

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Jenny Adams

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