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Beaches

Why Los Cabos Is the Ultimate Winter Getaway

The well-known Mexican escape has it all: new hotels, an exciting locavore food scene, and plenty of adventures on the water.

October 31, 2018 08:55 PM

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Brooke Porter Katz

Steamboat Springs, Colorado, United States

Off The Tourist Trail

How to Avoid the Crowds in Colorado’s Ski Towns—From Aspen to Quiet Mountain Resorts

Read these local recommendations for less-crowded ski areas and tips for navigating the popular resorts.

December 17, 2025 05:30 PM

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Bailey Berg

Health + Wellness

What We Can Learn From Polar Explorers for Surviving Months of Isolation

Long before the internet, Antarctic explorers of the early 1900s survived tedium with these basic activities.

March 30, 2020 12:36 PM

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Daniella McCahey

Expert Insights on 6 Key Trends Shaping the Travel Industry

The Future of Travel

These Are 6 Key Trends Shaping the Travel Industry in 2018, According to Experts

Experts on the AFAR Travel Advisory Council share their insights

December 3, 2018 12:19 PM

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Lindsay Harrison

Beaches

The Isles of Scilly Are Britain’s Most Beautiful Hidden Secret

Possibly the most laid-back place in the country, this beautiful archipelago offers island hopping and coastal walking just off the coast of Cornwall—an excellent British break for fall.

August 16, 2018 06:25 PM

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Lottie Gross

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

How to Explore Napa Valley’s Vineyards—Without Driving

Here are six different ways to experience the great wine of Northern California without worrying about being a designated driver.

February 20, 2019 01:44 PM

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Edmund Vallance

Restaurants + Cafés

Where to Eat Seafood in New Orleans

Consider this your quintessential list of New Orleans seafood dishes—and where to eat them—for your next trip.

April 21, 2022 01:29 PM

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Scott Hocker

Princeton, New Jersey / USA - September 10, 2017 : Some tourists standing in front of Princeton University Art Museum.

Weekend Getaways

The Perfect Weekend in Princeton Is All About Art Museums, Water Polo, and Some Seriously Good Food

In a town full of American and collegiate history, visitors can get a culture fix (and a great meal). Follow this guide from an in-the-know alum.

September 13, 2024 03:09 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

The Future of Travel

Clear Develops a Health ID That Includes Coronavirus Screening

To help screen employees, consumers, and eventually travelers, the biometric ID company Clear has created a technology that allows for health checks that are linked to your identity.

May 12, 2020 03:37 PM

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Michelle Baran

The European Commission just announced a new ruling to bring 5G frequencies to planes within Europe by June 30, 2023.

December 8, 2022 06:50 PM

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Bailey Berg

Health + Wellness

The History and Mysteries of Lake Como’s Most Romantic Hotel

This glamorous honeymoon destination in northern Italy has seen its fair share of love stories—but one grand dame hotel still has a few secrets to reveal.

February 7, 2019 12:59 PM

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Valentina Valentini

two people sitting by the lake with mountains in the background and the picture is made to look like it's been ripped in half

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What Happens if Your Relationship Ends Before a Big Trip? Well, Now There’s Insurance for That

An entrepreneur has created an add-on insurance for vacation rentals that lets couples get some money back if they break up before their trip.

June 12, 2026 12:35 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Cities We Love

13 Authentic Places to Shop and Dine in South Carolina’s Holy City

From fresh seafood towers to 100-year-old jewelry boutiques, how to support small businesses and eat local in the legendary city of Charleston.

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