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The Academy Museum in Los Angeles will debut an exhibit that explores both the triumphs and challenges of Black American filmmakers.

Art + Culture

Five Essential Exhibits Worth Traveling for This Summer and Beyond

Build an entire itinerary around these groundbreaking exhibits and anticipated museum openings.

July 21, 2022 10:52 AM

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Alesandra Dubin

Natural Wonders

Why Japan’s Tohoku Region is an Underrated Place to See Cherry Blossoms

With delicious sushi, an Edo-era castle, and thousands and thousands of cherry trees, the Tohoku region in northeastern Japan makes for an off-the-beaten-path dream trip.

Sponsored by Japan National Tourism Organization

Cities We Love

The Making of an NYC Powerhouse, On Her Own Terms

How the city helped activist-turned-entrepreneur Tenicka Boyd merge fashion, travel, and community into her own inspired way of life.

Sponsored by NYC & Company and written by Lynn Brown

collage of two photos. one shows a British Airways airplane in flight against a blue sky. the other shows a close-up of a person in a grey sweatshirt wearing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard which is green with a pattern of yellow sunflowers on it

Accessible Travel

5 Services That Help Neurodivergent Travelers Travel Confidently

Travel is getting easier—and more enjoyable—for people with autism, thanks to a growing list of support programs and certifications.

April 4, 2025 01:54 PM

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Jamie Davis Smith

Air Travel News

New U.S. Regional Airline Aha! Launches This Month

The country’s newest airline takes off in late October.

October 7, 2021 03:23 PM

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Barbara Peterson

A Seabourn chef in a white coat standing in front of an olive stand at a market speaking with someone (seen from behind) who is wearing a hat

Cruise

Are Shore Excursions Worth It? Our Cruise Expert Weighs In

Frequent cruiser Fran Golden offers her take on how to tackle port calls while sailing from one beautiful destination to the next.

June 25, 2025 07:14 PM

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Fran Golden

Weekend Getaways

A Weekend Getaway to Sedona Satisfies All the Senses

Eye-popping beauty isn’t the only reason to visit Arizona’s red rock country. Sedona is rich with arts, spirituality, food, and plenty of outdoor adventure.

February 28, 2022 05:51 PM

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Tanvi Chheda

Everything You Need to Know About 2022 Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Festivals + Events

When Should You Celebrate Mardi Gras in New Orleans?

Mardi Gras day celebrations in NOLA start well before Fat Tuesday.

November 4, 2024 03:45 PM

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Tim Chester

Tips + News

A Floating “Parkipelago” Is Coming to Copenhagen’s Harbor

There are plans for a sail-in café, a floating sauna, and more.

May 4, 2020 03:57 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Museums + Galleries

Norway’s Next Architectural Masterpiece Is a Whale-Watching Museum in the Arctic Circle

The curved structure will resemble a giant rock rising from the shores of Andøya, a northern Norwegian island that’s considered one of the world’s best places to spot migrating whales.

December 30, 2020 12:36 PM

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Sarah Buder

Where to Go in Summer

What to Know Before Visiting the U.K. This Summer

Coronations, Eurovision finals—and that’s just in May.

April 13, 2023 12:01 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

People walking into the Capital One Cardholder Lounge on Miami Beach

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Access VIP Events With Your Premium Credit Card

The top credit cards from Capital One, American Express, and Chase all offer exclusive access to some of the best cultural, culinary, sports, and entertainment events of the year.

December 20, 2023 09:28 AM

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Paul Rubio

Books

A Look Inside “The Best Women’s Travel Writing” of 2020

The 12th edition features stories from Susan Orlean and Faith Adiele—and reckons with a changed world.

December 23, 2020 10:47 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Journey to Italy’s Amalfi coast, where Positano’s warren of alleyways and lanes invite exploration.

International Beaches

10 Beautiful Beach Destinations That Offer a Side of Culture

There’s more to these locations than sand, sun, and surf.

August 15, 2022 07:07 PM

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Tanvi Chheda

Delta Sky Club Lounge, JFK, Terminal 4, Concourse A

Air Travel News

Delta Just Opened a Second Sky Club Lounge at JFK. Here’s a Look Inside.

AFAR got a sneak peek inside the new Delta Sky Club lounge that’s now open in Terminal 4 at New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport.

July 27, 2023 05:38 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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