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Of the 63 national parks in the United States, about a third are free to visit every day of the year.

The National Park Service unveiled a revamped calendar for when Americans can enter the national parks for free in 2026, dropping Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth for Flag Day (also President Trump’s birthday) and Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday.

Basing yourself near the actual soccer stadiums, not the marquee cities, will save time, lessen the crowds, and unlock local experiences.

Fall is around the corner, but there’s still time to take the kids somewhere special.

From its farmers market to its fresh-caught seafood to its diverse grape-growing climate, Santa Barbara has a big flavor profile.

Los Angeles and San Francisco are among the hubs that will see the most service cuts.

What to expect, where to go, and how to get around on your next visit to California’s wine capital

Find peaceful escape in these underrated state parks, some of which are bigger than many national parks.

There’s a type out there for everyone, whether you’re traveling by train or plane, or heading to the beach or bar.

It’s a great time to dream about the first place you’ll visit as soon as it’s safe to travel again.

Save yourself the long-distance flight with these stateside beaches.

These Afar editor–approved recommendations include spots on the East and West Coasts.

Enjoy remote working and learning with a view (while you still can)—or simply kick back—on a getaway in one of California’s most gorgeous coastal areas.

Whether you want chic-with-shopping or hidden and tranquil, there’s a sublime Italian beach town for every need.

Remember when you could greet friends and family at the gate in what now feels like a bygone era of air travel? At these hubs you actually can.