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U.S. Beaches

The U.S. Has Nearly 100,000 Miles of Shoreline—These Are the Prettiest Beaches

These nine beaches stand out for both natural beauty and distinct character.

July 14, 2025 05:58 PM

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Becca Blond

Road Trips

Why Road Trips are Greener in Colorado

With EV-friendly roads and sustainability efforts everywhere, Colorado makes for the perfect eco-conscious road trip. Here’s where to go.

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Weekend Getaways

12 of the Best Small-Town Weekend Getaways in Texas

Whether you’re looking for sandy beaches, a romantic escape, or an outdoor adventure, Texas has it all.

November 2, 2023 01:34 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Forty years of fried perfection at Champy's Chicken in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Food + Drink

The Best Food Neighborhoods in the USA

A coast-to-coast look at the culinary oases that keep us coming back for more.

March 19, 2024 03:24 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

National Parks

The Grand Canyon Is the Newest Dark Sky Park in the United States

A great stargazing destination just got even better.

June 7, 2019 06:46 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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Restaurants + Cafés

Canada Just Got Its First Michelin-Star Restaurants

Michelin Guides handed out stars to 13 Toronto restaurants as well as 17 Bib Gourmands.

September 14, 2022 08:08 PM

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Joel Balsam

"Tourists Go Home" spray painted on the side of a building in the Gracia neighborhood in Barcelona with a person walking along a tree-lined street with parked cars

A writer based in Barcelona speaks with both residents and visitors to better understand the recent anti-tourism protests—and a potential path forward.

July 16, 2024 06:15 PM

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Jessica Benavides Canepa

Two sisters play on the big rock that is the focus point of the biggest pool at Coco Beach Resort, Belize

Where to Go in Winter

14 Magical Winter Destinations Whether You Want to Embrace the Snow or Escape the Cold

From bright snowflakes to sunny waters, your next winter getaway can be as sparkly as you want.

November 7, 2025 03:15 PM

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Bailey Berg

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Bars + Nightlife

16 Hotel Bars We Keep Returning To

From lobby bars to rooftop lounges, these are the hotel bars Afar editors love checking out when they’re checking in.

July 3, 2024 11:05 AM

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Ann Shields

Cities We Love

Why Now Is the Time to Visit Toronto, According to a Local

Canada’s first Nobu Hotel and the 50th anniversary of the Toronto International Film Festival are among the reasons why Toronto’s having a blockbuster year.

July 11, 2025 08:56 PM

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Julia Eskins

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Hiking + Cycling

These 3 Long-Distance Scenic Trails Have Joined the National Park System

The total number of U.S. national park units has been bumped up to 428 with the designation of these scenic trails: the Ice Age, the New England, and the North Country.

December 13, 2023 10:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

Restaurants + Cafés

7 Best New Restaurants in Washington, D.C.

From an Italian place with 40-layer lasagna to a Latin-Mediterranean spot serving dim sum platters, these are the restaurants to book now.

January 5, 2022 01:12 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

Food + Drink

Essential Napa Valley Wine Experiences You Have to Try

Ready to level up your winetasting experience? Here are four of the best the region has to offer.

December 14, 2022 01:00 PM

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Regine T. Rosseau

Scenic road in Upstate New York overlooking the Catskill Mountains in the distance

Road Trips

The Best Road Trips in the Northeast

From Maine’s coast to New York’s mountain retreats, these are the top road trips to take in nine Northeastern states.

March 18, 2026 09:14 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

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