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Left: Quidi Vidi, St. John's, NL, Canada; right: Close-up of a woman knitting with red yarn using wooden needles in a warm indoor setting

Outdoor Adventure

Hiking Meets Hygge: Welcome to Adventure Knitting

Explore the ends of the earth—with yarn and needles in hand.

June 2, 2026 01:49 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Batibou beach, northern Dominica, is considered to be the most beautiful beach on the island. This peaceful, sandy beach, surrounded by tropical forest, is being washed by mild waves of Caribbean sea.

International Beaches

I’ve Visited More Than 80 Countries Alone—This Caribbean Island Is One of the Best Places for Solo Travelers

This small island should be on every solo traveler’s radar.

February 11, 2025 03:18 PM

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Kaitlyn Rosati

Sunset on Lake Michigan at Saugatuck, Michigan

Where to Go in Summer

7 Beautiful Lakeside Getaways Across the U.S.

A weekend getaway at one of these lakes is good for the soul.

April 25, 2023 08:17 AM

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Amy Bizzarri

Woman carrying a backpack and typing on cellphone with a city scene in the background

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Use Your Phone Internationally—Without Breaking the Bank

From the most cost-effective international cellphone plans, to Wi-Fi-enabled apps, hot spots, and eSIM cards, use these money-saving tips to stay connected while abroad.

October 29, 2023 09:00 AM

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Meagan Drillinger

View from the car at summer of road trip car at Westfjords in Iceland

Destination Spotlight

5 Underrated Things to Do in Iceland

These ideas will help you tap into your Viking spirit.

February 27, 2023 09:42 AM

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Ali Wunderman

Garden Villa at Azuma Farm Koiwai with wood ceilings and floors

Stay Here Next

This Idyllic Farm Retreat Is Just Two Hours From Tokyo by Train—and We Were the First to Stay

Azuma Farm Koiwai, a new farm retreat a two-hour train trip north from Tokyo, opens a window onto Japan’s craft traditions in a region few travelers reach.

April 21, 2026 09:59 AM

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Yukari Sakamoto

Waterfront dining at Parisol Beach Club Grill at Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. A large wrap around bar is set up next to dining tables. Natural woods, materials and colors are used in the design of the space.

Food + Drink

How This Resort Is Redefining Dining in the Caribbean

Authentic flavors, locally sourced ingredients, and diverse dining options make Sandals Resorts a top choice for food-loving travelers.

Sponsored by Sandals Resorts

A double Shake Shack cheeseburger with lettuce and tomatoes in focus with blurry crinkle fries and another sandwich in the background

Air Travel News

Delta Is Now Serving Some of the World’s Best Burgers—These Are the Flights You Can Order Them On

In the latest in what appears to be growing efforts from airlines to improve the in-flight dining experience, Delta is making this cult burger available on more routes.

March 10, 2025 06:55 PM

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Bailey Berg

Outdoor Adventure

The Tallest Mountain in the World May Not Be What You Think

It’s all depends on whether you measure from sea level, sea floor, or even the planet’s center.

July 1, 2024 06:27 PM

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Susan Portnoy

The marshlands of Little St. Simons Island

Islands

Discover Your Dream Trip in Georgia’s Delightful Barrier Island Destination

From hiking and golf to seafood and shopping, enjoy your own peaceful paradise with a visit to the Golden Isles.

Sponsored by the Golden Isles

Rocky coastline of Lake Superior in Big Bay State Park in La Pointe on Madeline Island in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in Wisconsin USA

Outdoor Adventure

Scout For Shipwrecks and Glimpse the Northern Lights on This Underrated Coastline in the Midwest

Wisconsin’s coast—with its cliff jumping, sea kayaking, and winter surfing—offers plenty of fun experiences.

May 21, 2025 02:40 PM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

A birds-eye view of rafts on a river in the Kennebec Valley in Maine

Outdoor Adventure

From Lobster Rolls to Scenic Trails, Maine’s Seasonal Adventures Await

Get ready for guided kayaking on historic lakes, snowy bike rides, and amazing coastal cuisine.

Sponsored by the Maine Office of Tourism

The VIP Eiger Express welcomes guests with comfy, swiveling leather seats.

Where to Travel Next

Why “The Top of Europe” is the Stylish Adventure You Need

What it’s like basking in the beauty of the Jungfrau Region and Interlaken, according to one inveterate AFAR traveler.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade

Cities We Love

Why Cruisers and Travelers Should Linger a Day or Two in France’s Second-Largest City

Marseille mixes Mediterranean beach coves and urban street art.

April 17, 2025 04:33 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Vincy Overwater Villas at the Sandals St. Vincent and the Grenadines feature white walls and thatched roofs.

Stay Here Next

This New Resort in the Caribbean Is Being Called “Sandals 2.0.” Here’s Why.

St. Vincent’s first all-inclusive resort immerses guests in the destination and signals the future of the Caribbean-owned brand.

September 17, 2024 12:12 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

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