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Thinking of Flying JetBlue’s New NYC to Paris Route? Here’s What It’s Really Like

JetBlue launched its inaugural flight from New York to Paris on June 29. One AFAR editor flew the airline’s Mint business class (and economy back) to see how it compares.

July 6, 2023 07:00 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

white sand beach of Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in Florida next to turquoise water of Gulf of Mexico

U.S. Beaches

One of Florida’s Best Beach Stretches Isn’t Where You Think

On Florida’s Paradise Coast, beaches come in many forms: wild and remote, calm and family-friendly, or built for adventure. These seven are the best of the bunch.

April 14, 2026 12:23 PM

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Charlene Fang

Puerto Rico Now Requiring Vaccines for Hotel Guests, Airbnb Stays

The order goes into effect August 16, due to a recent COVID-19 transmission spike.

August 6, 2021 01:16 PM

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Dánica Coto

Tips + News

Brazil Eliminates Visa Requirements for U.S. Travelers

From June 17 onward, visitors from Canada, Australia, and Japan also no longer need visas to enter the South American country.

June 17, 2019 11:30 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

Where U.S. Travelers Would Go if Time and Money Were No Object

A recent survey queried American travelers about their dream destinations, what drives them to travel, and how much they’re willing to sacrifice to hit the road.

May 20, 2019 07:25 PM

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Michelle Baran

Tips + News

The World’s Longest Pedestrian Bridge Opens in Portugal

The Arouca Bridge’s half-kilometer span will likely earn it a new Guinness World Record title. But its height is nothing to be scoffed at either.

May 3, 2021 02:34 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Expedition Cruises

The Science of Antarctica May Change How You Cruise

Quark Expeditions has prioritized sustainability as it cruises to the polar ice caps.

October 30, 2020 03:24 PM

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Louis LaGrange

Stay Here Next

At This Remote Canadian Lodge, I Discovered New Ways to See the Rainforest

At Nimmo Bay in British Columbia, luxury means snorkeling in 50-degree water, sipping water from cedar-lined mountain streams, and spotting grizzlies from a floating sauna.

August 28, 2025 01:16 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Cities We Love

Everything You Need to Know to (Smartly) Navigate New York City

Explore on foot. Eat at the bar. Buy same-day Broadway tickets. Tips from New Yorkers on surviving—and thriving—in NYC.

September 10, 2020 06:16 PM

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Staff

Art + Culture

These Photos Offer a New Perspective on Travel

Finalist photos in the AFAR Photo Awards Style and Design category, presented by illy coffee, are extraordinary—and that’s very much by design.

Sponsored by illy

Hotels

Get Paid to Stay at Marriott Bonvoy Hotels Around the World for a Year

The world’s largest global collection of hotels and resorts has launched a contest to stay for free at its hotels over the course of 300 days.

January 18, 2022 09:07 AM

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Michelle Baran

Travel for Good

On Guatemala’s Lake Atitlán, a Novel Way to Support Locals

At boutique hotel Casa Palopó, in a town painted vibrant colors, guests are given credits to spend on local products.

October 9, 2020 03:56 PM

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Tim Chester

Air Travel News

Airlines Told They Must Issue Refunds for Coronavirus Cancellations

Despite the unprecedented scope of the COVID-19 pandemic, carriers remain obligated to refund passengers when they cancel a scheduled flight—a future flight credit doesn’t cut it.

April 6, 2020 07:34 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Southwest Will Soon Stop Blocking Middle Seats

Only three other U.S. carriers still guarantee additional space to passengers.

October 22, 2020 04:56 PM

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Michelle Baran

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