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Japan is the birthplace of the forest bathing trend. One writer went straight to the source to gain a new perspective on life in one of the country’s 62 official healing forests. Here’s how you can, too.

Antarctica usually falls into the “epic big trips” category of travel, but a new package from Cape Town’s Ellerman House can turn that dream adventure into a day trip.

If you’re in Bermuda for the big event, here’s how to make the most of your time in—and out of—the America’s Cup Village.

What led to the fires raging at a record rate through one of the world’s most important natural resources, and is there anything we can do about it?

Huntington Beach has evolved from a sleepy surf town into a hopping vacation hub. A born-and-bred AFAR editor offers tips on the best beaches, how to avoid the crowds, and where to get a taste of local favorites old and new.

Skiers and snowboarders flock to this Japanese winter wonderland for its piles of snow, but there are plenty of other reasons to visit the northernmost island prefecture—here’s how to spend your trip there whether you’re hitting the slopes or not.

Head to these under-the-radar neighborhoods in the Thai capital (before everyone else does).

A global traveler shares highlights from her family’s drive along West Sweden’s coast and into the beautiful countryside, made possible by the Volvo Overseas Delivery program.

In 2015, Tom Turcich set out to circumnavigate the globe by foot. He has been walking ever since.

The route from Boise to Sun Valley may only be six hours by car, but with so much to see and do along the way, it’s worth taking extra time to enjoy the ride.

No trip Down Under is complete without cruising the Great Ocean Road, that long stretch of highway draped along Australia’s rugged southern coast. Though you could technically knock out the drive in a single day—and many travelers do—we wouldn’t recommend it. We’ve put together the perfect itinerary.

AmaWaterways heightens the experience by going beyond the Rhine’s magical scenery. Here’s how.

In Nairobi, the Maasai Mara, and beyond, a safari veteran has a distinctive new experience.

Olive fanatics rejoice: Shodoshima, an off-the-beaten-path island in southern Japan, is a haven for all things olive (there’s even an olive theme park!).

Laurie Santos’s Yale University course “Psychology and the Good Life” focuses on topics such as mindfulness and slowing down. Here’s how you can apply her teachings to your own travels.