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Experiencing Luxury in the Wild on Silversea’s New Galápagos Ship

AFAR’s special cruise correspondent reviews the recently launched 100-passenger Silver Origin, which is bringing passengers to paradise in high style.

May 11, 2022 10:10 PM

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Fran Golden

You're not likely to see other cruise ships on Costa Rica's relaxed Playa del Coco.

Small Ship Cruises

A New Small-Ship Cruise from Mexico to Costa Rica Takes Passengers Far off the Beaten Cruise Path

A repositioning sailing offers improvised exploration of under-the-radar coastal towns and beaches and the chance to slow down while at sea.

January 24, 2023 12:01 PM

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Jeri Clausing

U.S. Beaches

7 Of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Rhode Island

The Ocean State’s beaches are still a well-kept secret. The state might be small, but there’s a sandy getaway spot for almost everyone here.

August 9, 2023 08:01 PM

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Bob Curley

Stay Here Next

At This Remote Canadian Lodge, I Discovered New Ways to See the Rainforest

At Nimmo Bay in British Columbia, luxury means snorkeling in 50-degree water, sipping water from cedar-lined mountain streams, and spotting grizzlies from a floating sauna.

August 28, 2025 01:16 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Virgin Atlantic flight attendants standing in a line in uniform. some are in red suits, some in black suits, and some in red skirts

Air Travel News

Sneakers, Tattoos, Pronoun Pins: How Flight Attendant Uniforms Are Changing With the Times

Several airlines, including Virgin Atlantic, Scandinavian Airlines, and Air New Zealand, are giving flight attendants more flexibility with their uniforms.

July 30, 2024 08:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

Mt. Etna smoking with snow dusting the upper half of the mountain and the city of Catania down below

The volcano is one of the most active in the world, but this was the most severe event since February 2021.

June 4, 2025 01:23 PM

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Erica Firpo

Art + Culture

This New Kusama Exhibit in D.C. Comes With a Side of Bubbly

A collaboration between legendary French champagne house Veuve Clicquot and renowned Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama has debuted in Washington, D.C. after a two-year wait.

May 17, 2022 04:06 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Weekend Getaways

A New Monterey Bay Aquarium Exhibit Shows Never-Before-Seen Sea Life

“Into the Deep” at Monterey Bay Aquarium is a remarkable collection of new Dr. Seuss–like sea creatures.

April 26, 2022 05:54 PM

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Tim Chester

Solo Travel

I Spent a Month Solo Hiking in the Himalayas. I Recommend It to Everyone.

As cliché as it sounds, sometimes you have to lose yourself to find yourself.

August 13, 2025 12:41 PM

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Kate McMahon

Ocean Cruises

How to Enjoy the Caribbean by Luxury Yacht—Without Actually Owning or Chartering One

Guests traveling aboard Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara this winter will experience a more intimate cruise experience.

Sponsored by Emerald Cruises

Where to Travel Next

The World Cup Is Coming to Toronto and Vancouver—Here’s How to Plan Your Trip

A Canadian game plan for prematch bites, sports bars, and how to make the most of the cities before and after the final whistle blows.

March 26, 2026 04:07 PM

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Joel Balsam

Accessible by seaplane, the Raa Atoll is an underwater wonderland for divers and snorkelers.

Hotels

10 Beautiful Islands to Visit for Ecotourism and Cultural Immersion

Sure, the beaches and views are great. But these islands excel with sustainable innovation, rich local traditions, and unique accommodations.

February 26, 2025 09:05 AM

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Kathryn Romeyn

winding road with view of bay and small village

Longreads

What Happens When a Self-Navigating Car Decides Your Travel? We Found Out in the Faroe Islands

On the ground in the archipelago, where new self-navigating cars are (sort of) taking the wheel.

September 16, 2025 09:48 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Water Sports

Latest Thrilling Trend? Night Diving With Glowing Creatures and Feeding Sharks

“You never know what will emerge from the darkness.”

July 22, 2025 04:10 PM

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Suzie Dundas

A blue and grey train traveling along coastal tracks, with ocean and beach grass on one side and trees in the background

Trains

You Can See California’s Beautiful Nature by Train. These Are the Most Scenic Routes to Take.

Hop aboard a family-friendly train ride through redwood forests or an adults-only trip in Napa wine country.

May 14, 2026 05:06 AM

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Alesandra Dubin

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