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This Midwest State Capital Is Emerging as One of America’s Most Thrilling Food Cities

Bengali street food, Japanese pastries, and a “Goosebumps”-inspired cocktail menu are only a few of the reasons you should be visiting.

October 31, 2025 07:00 AM

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Katie Chang

A quiet beach on the less-visited Bissagos archipelago, off the coast of West Africa's Guinea-Bissau.

Cruise

Occasionally, Cruises Head to West Africa. Here’s What to Expect When They Do.

HX Expeditions (formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions) recently unveiled a new cruise itinerary to and through the remote islands off the coasts of Senegal and Guinea-Bissau—and we were onboard.

March 25, 2024 01:53 PM

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Fran Golden

As the world reopens, travelers should be patient and flexible. A bit more advance planning could be necessary.

In the Magazine

Why Now Is the Time to Visit Cities Again

Many of the world’s biggest—and littlest—urban centers are once again ready to welcome travelers. That’s a good thing.

August 16, 2022 02:55 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

Where to Travel Next

Head to Bermuda in the Spring for World-Class Sailing, Rum Swizzles, and Sea Turtle Sightings

Bermuda’s springtime will put wind in your sails.

Sponsored by Bermuda Tourism Authority

Hotels

Airbnb Just Made It Easier to Find Quality Listings

CEO Brian Chesky asked, “What if we could combine the uniqueness of an Airbnb with the reliability that you’ve come to expect of a hotel?”

November 8, 2023 11:11 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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Trains

The U.K.'s Most Beautiful Train Rides Glide Through Glens, Over Viaducts, and Along Cliffs

Celebrate the 200th birthday of steam-powered railways on routes winding through Welsh peaks, along the Cornish coast, and into the Scottish Highlands.

December 19, 2025 06:04 AM

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Sophie Friedman

Dublin, Ireland - July 12 2014: people in St Stephen's Green, park with original Victorian layout

4 Days In

Locals Reveal The Best Way to Spend a Weekend in Dublin

Learn about the Irish capital’s place in literary history, taste rare whiskey at the source, and take in the brisk sea air along a meandering coastal trail.

March 6, 2024 08:54 AM

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Yvonne Gordon

A street-view shot of Times Square with cars and yellow taxis and billboard in the background

Where to Travel Next

Times Square Is Not Just for Tourists: A Surprising Guide to New York City’s Most Polarizing Neighborhood

The Crossroads of the World is home to such unexpected finds as a Portuguese sardine shop, a bookstore for theater lovers, and a pizzeria inside a subway station.

December 3, 2025 10:36 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

View of south rim of grand canyon with snow in foreground and on top of rocks

National Parks

Find a Winter Wonderland in These 6 Stunning National Parks

Pile on your warmest gear and enjoy these beautiful national parks with fewer crowds, dramatic landscapes, and snowy outdoor activities.

November 27, 2024 07:36 AM

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Melanie Haiken

Hotels We Love

24 Wellness Resorts and Hotels You Should Book Right Now

These are the 24 hotels we recommend most for wellness.

January 31, 2025 01:00 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

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

Natural Wonders

This Underrated State Has Over 200 Hot Springs—Here Are 5 Favorites, According to a Local Travel Expert

From a steamy shower only accessible by boat to a natural warm infinity pool, have your next spa session in the Idaho wilderness.

December 12, 2025 02:07 PM

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Teddy Minford

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Destination Spotlight

10 Places You Must Visit on a Trip to Portugal

Of course, there’s Lisbon and Porto, but there are other places worth visiting too.

July 26, 2023 09:58 PM

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Charmaine Noronha

Diriyah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site just outside of Riyadh with traditional mud-brick architecture.

Air Travel News

Delta Is Launching a New Route to the Middle East—and It’s the Only U.S. Carrier to Offer This Nonstop Flight

The move is one that “signals optimism about travel to the region in 2026 and beyond,” observes Afar contributor Laura Dannen Redman, who recently traveled to the Middle East.

October 28, 2025 07:21 PM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Go in Summer

Fitzgerald’s and Picasso’s Favorite French Riviera Beach Town Still Feels Like the Roaring 20s

Once a beloved vacation spot for notable artists in the early 20th century, this town keeps its creative spirit alive.

May 2, 2025 03:26 PM

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Sophie Friedman

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