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An Indigenous American dishes on a table made fresh vegetables and toppings, saserved at Owamni restaurant in Minnesota.

This State’s Food Scene Is Gaining National Attention

Minnesota’s food scene is thriving, with award-winning restaurants and diverse culinary influences from all around the world.

The hydrogen-powered rail will only emit water vapor while shuttling between destinations in Canada.

March 13, 2023 06:28 AM

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Bailey Berg

A rendering of Amansanu residences with large seating area

Hotel News + Openings

Aman Is Opening a Ranch Resort in Texas Hill Country

Stables, a creekside spa, and limestone canyon views: Aman’s first ranch resort is in Texas Hill Country, and it might be its most ambitious American property yet.

April 24, 2026 02:48 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Honeymoon Beach is one of many dreamy beaches in St. Thomas.

Family Travel

Where to Go With Kids in the U.S. Virgin Islands

Find kid-friendly beaches, hikes, and tours across all three islands.

Sponsored by U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism

a black and white historic photo of a group of black people posing on the beach on historic Butler Beach Florida , part of the St. Johns County Black Heritage Trail

History + Culture

A New Black Heritage Trail Puts Florida’s Civil Rights History in the Spotlight

Florida is often overlooked in conversations about the Civil Rights Movement, but the state—specifically St. Augustine—played an integral role in the passage of the Civil Rights Act.

September 9, 2025 03:05 AM

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Mariette Williams

Person paddling out to the ocean on a surfboard

Islands

4 Beautiful Caribbean Islands Worth Visiting—No U.S. Passport Required

While you should definitely pack sunscreen, you can leave the passport at home.

January 23, 2025 01:12 PM

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Mariette Williams

Chicago, Illinois - United States - December 24th, 2024: Downtown mural “Muddy Waters Mural” by artist Eduardo Kobra in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

History + Culture

The Movie Sinners Is a Love Letter to Chicago Blues—Here Are 6 Places to Experience It Yourself

Blues music came from Mississippi to Chicago during the Great Migration, as praised in the new Michael B. Jordan film and throughout the city today.

July 10, 2025 02:34 PM

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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates

A long table outdoors covered with a white table cloth and place settings in the countryside of Québec, Canada.

Food + Drink

The Best Foodie Experiences in Québec

Just across the U.S. border, Canada’s bountiful river valley offers a crowd-free culinary escape full of organic wineries, acclaimed cideries, and farm-to-fork dining experiences.

Sponsored by Bonjour Québec

Epic Trips

From Poutine to Pierogi: 4 Must-Try Street Eats

Go behind the scenes with chefs from Québec, Poland, Malta, and Finland as they share insights about their country’s comfort foods and culinary legacies.

Sponsored by United States Tour Operators Association

6 Surprising U.S. Places That Go All Out for St. Patrick’s Day

Festivals + Events

8 Surprising U.S. Cities and Towns That Go Big for St. Patrick’s Day

Skip the well-known extravaganzas this year and raise your pint of Guinness at one of these rollicking events instead.

March 14, 2024 06:53 PM

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Anna Mazurek

Longreads

The Mayor of the Corner Has Seen It All

When it opened in 2012, the Wythe was Williamsburg’s first boutique hotel. Head porter Guy St. Elien has been there since the beginning.

June 26, 2025 11:33 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Cruise

How to Deal With Seasickness on a Cruise

AFAR’s special cruise correspondent has been on dozens of cruises in her life. Despite being prone to seasickness, she has mostly avoided it with these remedies.

July 18, 2022 10:57 PM

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Fran Golden

Road Trips

Stargazing, Planetariums, Dark Sky Cities: The Best Places for Astronomy Lovers Along Route 66

Route 66’s attractions aren’t just along the roadside—they’re in the night sky, too.

August 12, 2025 11:25 AM

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Stefanie Waldek

AFAR Approved

The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere Is Now on Sale

Don’t buy an Oru Kayak if you’re the shy, retiring type, because you’re going to get in a lot of conversations.

March 23, 2023 03:08 AM

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Tim Chester

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