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Spend the Night With the Phantom of the Opera at the Palais Garnier

The Paris Opera is one of the City of Light’s most iconic sites. Now Airbnb is offering the chance to sleep inside the gilded palace that inspired Broadway’s longest-running musical.

February 12, 2023 06:05 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Oceanwide Expeditions' MV Hondius ship as viewed from a distance

A viral outbreak on a cruise ship has left three people dead. But experts say this is not going to be another pandemic.

May 7, 2026 05:25 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Redwood trees in Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve in Mendocino County

Outdoor Adventure

This Underrated California Region Is Getting Three New State Parks

The initiative represents the biggest expansion of California’s state parks system in decades.

May 6, 2026 05:31 PM

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Jackie Bryant

Estonia's Soomaa national park with the Riisa bog swimming hole

Hiking + Cycling

Bog Hiking Is the Best Hiking Experience You’ve Never Heard Of

In Estonia’s Soomaa National Park, you can basically walk on water.

December 15, 2023 11:53 AM

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Billie Cohen

Travel Tips + Etiquette

“Solo Travel, Together” Might Just Be Our Favorite New Trip Idea

Group travel or solo travel? Believe it or not, there’s a new hybrid in town.

August 12, 2025 03:56 PM

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Victoria M. Walker

A small black miniature Pinscher with a blue collar sitting next to an airplane passenger on a plane

Air Travel News

It’s Now Easier to Bring Small Pets Aboard American Airlines Flights—Is That a Good Thing?

Previously, travelers flying with an in-cabin pet could carry on only another small personal item. Now, there are new rules.

April 3, 2024 06:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

The VIP Eiger Express welcomes guests with comfy, swiveling leather seats.

Where to Travel Next

Why “The Top of Europe” is the Stylish Adventure You Need

What it’s like basking in the beauty of the Jungfrau Region and Interlaken, according to one inveterate AFAR traveler.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade

The Northern Lights swirl above pines in Alaska.

Natural Wonders

Alaska Has Some of the Best Northern Lights Views. Here’s How to Catch the Celestial Show.

Here is where (and how) to view the northern lights in the 49th state.

January 16, 2025 02:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

Sometimes, visiting places like Seneca Rocks are best made by car.

Road Trips

Travel to the Newest U.S. National Park and Other West Virginia Wonders on This Road Trip of a Lifetime

It isn’t heaven, but it’s pretty darn close.

September 9, 2022 06:40 PM

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Madeline Weinfield

At PS Atlanta, full private suites go for $4,850 for a group of up to four people.

Air Travel News

Atlanta Airport’s New Private Terminal Starts at $1,000 per Visit—and We Got a First Look

PS has opened its second private terminal outside of LAX at the world’s busiest airport. Here’s a look inside and a review of the full PS experience at Atlanta Hartsfield–Jackson Airport.

December 12, 2023 12:24 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Epic Trips

5 Dreamy Summer Escapes You Could Win

Pack your bags for a warm-weather getaway you won’t forget.

Sponsored by Marc Fisher LTD

An airplane flying among large white clouds with a collage of colorful price stickers adorning the image

Air Travel News

How the Middle East War Is Affecting Airfares

As oil prices surge due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, here’s what travelers can expect when booking flights.

March 13, 2026 06:21 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Where to Travel Next

Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Washington, D.C., Including 6 Less Crowded Places

Everything you need to know about getting your cherry blossom fix in Washington, D.C., including where to go and stay.

March 11, 2026 03:03 PM

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Jessie Beck

Ukraine + Travel

These Travel Companies Are Helping to House and Transport Ukraine Refugees

Travel companies including Marriott Bonvoy, Airbnb, Holland America, and Uber continue to find ways to help those fleeing Ukraine.

May 5, 2022 01:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

A nomadic Raute man carving a bowl while another man watches.

Art + Culture

A Quest to Find the Raute, the Last Nomads of Nepal

A writer sets out on a journey to find Nepal’s elusive Raute nomads—and to buy a wooden bowl from them.

November 1, 2022 01:54 PM

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Eileen McDougall

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