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Afar’s resident hotel expert shares the summer 2024 openings that are worth a special trip.

From a Japanese art island to a creative colony among ancient olive groves in Israel, these are the global art towns, big and small, we’d happily visit.

The history- and nature-themed itineraries include Amtrak train rides, hotel accommodations, sightseeing tours, and activities in destinations along the coasts and in national parks, major cities, and historic sites.

Dive into cenotes, learn reef care at a coral lab, then unwind with Riviera Maya flavors and spa calm.

Climb aboard a high-speed Railjet train to trek from Alpine paradise to historic cities and wellness retreats.

From ancient adobe palaces to groundbreaking global cuisine, the Saudi capital is at the center of the country’s cultural renaissance.

Architecture boat tours, ballgames at Wrigley Field, sunny beach days on Lake Michigan, and strolls through Millennium Park: here’s what to do in Chicago.

Three luxury resorts on the Indonesian island of Bali are getting creative with waste reduction and recycling—and are educating travelers in the process.

Explore the famed coastal “cottages,” don tennis whites for a friendly match, and cruise the harbor in a vintage schooner.

These cruises are designed to provide an enhanced learning experience at sea, with in-depth programming focused on topics such as history, architecture, and astronomy. Be ready to take some notes.

AFAR’s cofounder and CEO, Greg Sullivan, reflects on how marquee hotels are increasingly becoming destinations themselves.

A 105-mile-long city, a conservation-driven beach resort, and a restored UNESCO site are a few of the exciting tourism developments in Saudi Arabia.

A sailing in the Mediterranean is awash with art, architecture, sun-kissed coastlines, and world-class cuisine.

We find trip inspiration in every state (plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.), from sprawling rainforests and contemporary art museums to Black-owned wineries and award-winning restaurants.

There are several challenges threatening UNESCO’s beloved World Heritage sites.