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AFAR’s points and miles expert took 10 family members to the Bahamas for his mom’s 75th birthday and only paid $3,000. Here’s how he covered the other $18,000.

There’s still plenty of time to get your turns in before summer.

Increasingly, all-inclusive resorts are banning Styrofoam cups, and travelers are instead bringing their own insulated tumblers. But whether or not you’re resort-bound, it’s worth packing these useful items for your next trip.

If Congress can’t reach a deal by September 30, national parks will close and several aspects of air travel—including TSA agents, air traffic controllers, and passport processing offices—will be affected.

Navigate the delicious world of Japanese street food with this list of essential snacks, meals, and more—along with where in Japan to try them.

Despite protests, the Peruvian government is moving forward with plans to build a massive airport in the Sacred Valley that will connect international travelers to the UNESCO World Heritage site.

Visit the landmarks and local marvels that make Ottawa a stand-out capital city.

What you’re hoping to see and do in the 49th state is key to figuring out when to come.

Watch the sun rise over the National Mall, eat great bagels and smoked sausages, and discover “D.C.’s Downton Abbey” over a long weekend in the city.

This route takes you through some of the most unforgettable national parks in the southwestern section of the United States.

Where will 2022 take you? Below, you’ll find 39 destinations—from Abu Dhabi to Alberta, Canada—where your visit will really count. Locals tell us what’s new, exciting, and worth the trip in the coming year.

A travel writer landed in Morocco just hours after a deadly earthquake struck in the High Atlas mountain region. She sent a dispatch from the ground in Marrakech, along with a vetted list of aid organizations.

Newly launched cruise line Explora Journeys designed its vessels specifically with the cruise averse in mind. Here’s a first look.

We learned from experience so you don’t have to—heed our advice to set yourself up for permanent ink success.

Even though the Pandemic That Shall Not Be Named has prompted the cancellation of many (every?) trip, it’s still possible to reconnect with the world. Here are 40-plus ideas for U.S. trips, vetted and tested by AFAR editors, for when the time is right.