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Off the coast of this Southern California city, a new Whale Heritage Area allows marine life to thrive—and visitors to explore responsibly.

With hotter and drier summers, some trees are beginning to just drop their leaves in the autumn months instead of first turning brilliant shades of red, orange, and yellow. Here’s what to know.

The holidays are a wonderful time of year to travel—if you have the intel you need to do so stress-free. Follow these expert tips, insights, and ideas to hold onto the joy of the season.

Afar’s resident hotel expert uncovers 12 of the most alluring new and renovated hotels of 2025, from California to Indonesia.

Hitting the road with three generations (or more) is a lot, as this writer knows, but there are plenty of ways to make it a great travel experience for all involved, whether they are 8 months old or 80 years old.

Whether you’re a skier or an après-ski enthusiast, these 19 European hotels are ideal for a winter weather getaway.

Hit the road for bacchanal, rum, and freedom.

Called Beond America, the new boutique airline aims to offer domestic flights plus service to the Caribbean and Latin America on planes outfitted entirely with lie-flat seats.

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.

A new digital map has revealed that the iconic California Coastal Trail dating back to 1975 is now 70 percent complete. These are some of the most scenic sections that are accessible for hiking, biking and nature walks.

Two one-way tickets can sometimes unlock cheaper fares and help travelers maximize points and miles—if you know when to use the strategy and how to avoid the risks.

A repositioning sailing offers improvised exploration of under-the-radar coastal towns and beaches and the chance to slow down while at sea.

Urban escapes, dude ranches, island retreats, and more: This list of the top 15 family-friendly hotels across the United States is your go-to guide for a multigenerational getaway.

On the heels of a gutting life change, a Colorado-based writer discovers a pathway through her grief, one 14,000-foot mountain at a time.

There is some hope yet to recover the Van Gogh painting stolen from a Dutch museum during coronavirus lockdowns in March.