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Travel as a transformative form of escapism is not something afforded to everyone, and intersecting identities only make it more challenging for members of marginalized groups.

February 12, 2021 02:02 PM

Festivals + Events

What Happens to All the Mardi Gras Beads Left Behind?

New Orleans tries to turn the tide on the colorful trash left after the parades and parties are all done.

February 19, 2020 04:44 PM

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Jenny Adams

Aman New York recently launched its first monk-led meditation retreat.

Hotels

What Your Wellness Vacation Will Look Like in 2023

AFAR dives deep into the world of hotels and wellness—one of the fastest-growing trends in travel—and reveals what your self-care getaway could look like in 2023.

January 31, 2023 04:35 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Bars + Nightlife

7 Winter-Ready Hotel Rooftops to Cozy Up on Right Now

Just because temps get low doesn’t mean your drinking shouldn’t stay high-in-the-sky—these cooler-weather cities offer rooftop perches that are welcoming and warming, all winter long.

January 24, 2019 09:18 PM

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Lindsay Lambert

The Hotel Marcel breathes new life into a disused office space.

Hotels

Inside the Sustainable Hotel Everyone’s Talking About

It’s been hailed as the nation’s first net-zero hotel—but what does that mean on the ground?

August 5, 2022 03:42 PM

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Bridget Reed Morawski

In the Magazine

6 Ways to Support Rewilding Projects Around the World

Rewilding—the reintroduction of native flora and fauna—is critical in the fight against climate change. Here, six important projects from Argentina to the Maldives.

April 22, 2022 04:53 PM

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Lenora Todaro

Road Trips

Let These Companies Plan Your Next Road Trip

As many of us opt to hit the open road this year, there’s an easier way. Why not have someone else figure out where you’re going to stay and what you’re going to do along the way?

October 16, 2020 05:37 PM

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Michelle Baran

Beaches

Puerto Rico, Revived

As residents of the Caribbean island rebuild in the wake of two devastating hurricanes, the commitment to community—and each other—is stronger than ever.

December 6, 2019 05:02 PM

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Ramona Ausubel

Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C. lobby with potted plants, warm lighting, colorful rugs, and elegant furnishings

Hotels We Love

These Are the 16 Best Hotels in Washington, D.C.

History meets modern luxury at these 16 hotels we love—perfect for your next getaway in Washington, D.C.

May 25, 2026 12:28 PM

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Shayla Martin

Books

Around the World in 80 Books

The idea for this project started in 1872—well, sort of.

April 24, 2024 10:00 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Hiking + Cycling

The Best Hikes in Arizona (They’re Not All in the Grand Canyon)

With trails through canyons, lava tubes, deserts, and even ancient ruins, Arizona’s diverse landscape is a hiker’s paradise.

January 14, 2020 09:49 AM

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Melanie Haiken

Restaurants + Cafés

Vodka! Borscht! Toasts! Inside the World of Russian-Style Restaurants

In cities around the globe, another dimension of dining experiences awaits.

February 10, 2020 01:21 PM

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Flora Tsapovsky

Health + Wellness

Luang Prabang Is the Wellness Destination You Need Now

Despite a new wave of hotels and health-minded experiences, there’s nothing gimmicky about this feel-good city in Southeast Asia—mindfulness is just a way of life here.

January 25, 2019 07:51 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

There's nothing like an Ace hotel lobby bar—and now Toronto gets to experience the good times.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 20 Best Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Toronto

In Toronto’s burgeoning hotel scene, you’ll find Canada’s first Ace Hotel, a reimagined St. Regis, and an ultra-cool boutique stay in a private women’s club.

July 16, 2025 02:32 PM

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Michael Kaminer

U.S. Beaches

What Makes This One of America’s Best Places for Eco-Fabulous Adventures

The Florida Keys offer exciting land and water adventures with a focus on preservation.

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