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The benefits of a business-class seat vary from airline to airline. We’ve flown a bunch of them, and these are our top picks—and they may not all be what you expect.

The “MSC World Europa” runs on greener, alternative fuel. The mega-ship also features a hydroponic garden restaurant and a brewery where beers are made with desalinated water. Here’s a first look.

Extra layovers, longer routes, and increasing airfares—even travelers who aren’t flying anywhere near the conflict might feel the effects.

A recent report details which of the world’s airlines and airports see the highest rates of on-time arrivals and departures.

Istanbul-based Turkish Airlines will launch its Crystal Business Class suites in 2025, with sliding doors, lie-flat seats, and marble tables.

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.

Turn a connecting flight into a restorative retreat.

The new cost is part of the U.K.'s forthcoming Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, which will be required of all noncitizens entering the country, including U.S. travelers.

The Jean Nouvel-designed building inspired by the desert rose is dedicated to the history and cultural heritage of Qatar.

On these journeys, you can watch every “Lord of the Rings” movie and still (try to) sleep for nine hours.

Omer Acar, the CEO Raffles and Fairmont, shares his vision behind the recent growth of both luxury hotel brands and talks about what great hospitality truly means. (Spoiler alert: It’s all about people.)

The New York hub that was famously referred to as a “third world” airport by then–vice president Joe Biden has been awarded top honors by aviation rankings group Skytrax.

Buying airline miles can be worth it—but only in specific cases. Here’s how to calculate value and spot the best opportunities to save on flights.

AFAR’s special cruise correspondent recently cruised from Aqaba in Jordan to Athens on the newly launched superyacht “Emerald Azzurra.”

What is it like to board a plane during the pandemic, and to fly for hours at a time? One writer shares her international flight experience from the United States to East Africa.