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Books

True Tales of Adventure to Inspire Your Next Epic Trip

Between the covers of these nine books, the authors cover a lot of ground, from a trek in Australia to a perilous journey in Antarctica.

June 19, 2018 12:17 PM

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Sara Button

Weekend Getaways

10 Small Towns in the U.S. to Visit This Winter

Bigger isn’t always better when it’s time to get away. Case in point: These smaller, off-the-radar enclaves across the United States are well worth the wander come wintertime.

December 3, 2019 05:31 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Air Travel News

The Only Nonstop Flight From L.A. to Singapore Takes Off This Fall

United is making it faster to get more than half way around the world with new nonstop service from Los Angeles to Singapore.

October 9, 2017 05:33 PM

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United

Cities We Love

Why You Should Visit San Antonio This Fall

With the summer crowds long gone, you’ll have more space on the River Walk as well as milder fall weather for exploring San Antonio’s arts, culture, and food scene.

September 1, 2021 08:02 PM

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Michelle Baran

Hotels

10 Great Hotels in the Azores for a Local Stay

Don’t expect any humdrum, large hotel chains here: instead, ecofriendly surf lodges, historic forts-turned-inns, and stone-walled vacation homes await.

June 14, 2022 11:22 AM

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Jessie Beck

Natural Wonders

How to Watch the Geminid Meteor Shower This December

The brightest meteor shower of the year peaks on Monday, December 13.

October 28, 2021 03:33 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A foodie and a scholar: Author Adrian Miller is the go-to authority on barbecue and soul food.

Food + Drink

Adrian Miller’s Soul Food (by Way of Denver)

The James Beard Award–winning food writer digs into his Colorado roots and the places that make him feel at home.

January 31, 2023 10:23 PM

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Shea Peters

Hotels

4 Hotels, 4 Distinct Adventures in the Arabian Desert

In the Ashar Valley of AlUla, Saudi Arabia, Habitas and Banyan Tree there are different ways to be immersed in nature, be it a luxury villa or a retro Airstream.

July 30, 2024 09:00 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

A train bar cart with cushioned seats. pillows, metal lamps, and plants

Train Travel

The First Luxury Sleeper Train in England and Wales Is Now Open for Bookings

Set to launch in July 2025, Belmond’s 18-cabin Britannic Explorer will travel from London to Cornwall, northern England’s Lake District, and Wales in unprecedented style.

March 5, 2025 12:14 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Multicolored houses on the hillside by the ocean

Outdoor Adventure

Visit One of Italy’s Most Beautiful and Beloved Spots—Without the Crowds

How one Afar editor managed to find seclusion in Cinque Terre.

June 17, 2025 01:00 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Tips + News

Trump’s New Cuba Policy Is Bad News for U.S. Travelers

New State Department Rules tighten travel to the Caribbean nation, making dozens of hotels and businesses off-limits to American visitors.

November 9, 2017 05:45 PM

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Sarah Buder

The lobby of JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa features a large wooden pavilion and a painting depicting trees and nature.

Loyalty + Rewards

Earn 5 Free Hotel Nights With This Best-Ever Marriott Credit Card Offer

The latest Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card offer is worth 250,000 points.

January 25, 2024 12:51 PM

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Paul Rubio

Health + Wellness

Find Your Chill With CBD Delivery

These treats bring flavor and a healthy dose of mellowness to your front door.

April 22, 2020 05:39 PM

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Nicole Antonio

Hotels

Why the Sagamore Pendry Baltimore Is the City’s Ultimate Urban Oasis

When a hotel has one of the city’s best restaurants, designer rooms, and an epic pool, you won’t want to leave.

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