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Your New Favorite Place in Belize Is Just a Cruise Away

Cruising’s newest private island, Harvest Caye, provides an idyllic oasis redolent of Belize and a gateway to mainland adventures.

December 22, 2016 12:16 PM

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Anne Kalosh

Art + Architecture

Exploring New Brunswick’s Rich Cultural Treasures

From unique architecture to a thriving arts scene, this Canadian province comes tailor-made for fascinating cultural immersion.

Sponsored by Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism

Art + Architecture

7 Real-Life Places in France That Inspired Celebrated Paintings

Follow in the footsteps of such artists as Manet, Van Gogh, and Pissaro.

July 12, 2018 07:27 PM

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Matt Jancer

Natural Wonders

Where to See Lava Right Now on Hawaii Island

Now’s the time to book that last-minute trip to the Big Island

December 16, 2016 06:28 PM

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Staff

Packing Tips + Gear

18 Travel-Size Toiletries AFAR Staffers Always Pack

These are the must-have travel toiletries we take with us wherever we go.

October 25, 2019 05:08 PM

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Staff

Art + Architecture

From Abandoned Prison to Contemporary Art Hot Spot

The winner of this architecture contest will lead an artistic rebirth of Sicily’s 500-year-old Fortress of Santa Caterina.

January 19, 2018 01:56 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Festivals + Events

13 Spring Events Worth Traveling for in 2018

Need an excuse to book a trip? Let one of these notable happenings around the world be your inspiration.

January 23, 2018 09:27 AM

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Sara Button

Where to Go in Winter

Why You Should Go to Charleston This Winter

As the weather cools off, Charleston’s art, food, and music scenes heat up.

November 8, 2018 02:09 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A cruise ship parked in arctic ice with people walking around it.

Expedition Cruises

9 Things to Know Before Going on an Arctic Cruise

From the key to staying warm to expecting the unexpected, here’s what you should know before visiting the polar north by boat.

October 26, 2022 10:57 AM

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Bailey Berg

12 Dreamy Blue Ridge Mountain Cabins You Can Rent on Airbnb and Vrbo

Hotels

16 Dreamy Blue Ridge Mountain Cabins You Can Rent on Airbnb and Vrbo

Plan a getaway to the Blue Ridge Mountains with one of these isolated cabins you can rent in North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, or Georgia.

November 10, 2023 02:26 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A traditional Balinese wood-carved door.

Style + Design

How and Where to Buy Balinese Wood Carvings

This quick and easy guide covers where to go, what to look for, and how much to expect to pay.

August 1, 2016 05:16 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

Restaurants + Cafés

Where to Find Great, Affordable Food in Melbourne, Australia

The best eats in Melbourne also happen to be the cheapest.

February 19, 2016 07:16 PM

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Max Bonem

Tips + News

A Year After Blaze, Notre Dame Restoration Halted by Coronavirus

April 15 marks the one-year anniversary of the fire that destroyed the Paris landmark.

April 15, 2020 01:00 PM

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Elaine Ganley

Hotels

Here’s What the Future of Glamping Looks Like

Across the US, companies are ramping up the glamping game. Here’s where to stay when you want the great outdoors, creature comforts, and next-level hospitality all rolled into one.

April 30, 2018 04:07 PM

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Sara Button

On Air: Michael Holtz on the Best Business Class, Flight Shaming, and “Secret” Air Routes

AFAR Advisor

An Interview With Michael Holtz on the Best Business Class, Flight Shaming, and “Secret” Air Routes

SmartFlyer has built a successful business on air ticketing and more.

July 31, 2019 05:28 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

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