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Road Trips

Scotland Is Now Home to One of the World’s Best New Road Trips

Dramatic and desolate, the 516-mile North Coast 500 route in northern Scotland is the stuff of road-tripping dreams.

December 3, 2018 03:46 PM

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Emma John

River Cruises

What It’s Like to Take a River Cruise Through Europe Right Now

With COVID rules and restrictions varying by country, crossing the border by boat has its own new challenges—but there are some advantages, too.

September 22, 2021 06:20 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Whiskey poured into a glass in front of barrels

Food + Drink

Trailblazing Distillers

Long dominated by men, the spirits industry—from Mexico to Scotland, Jamaica to Kentucky—has been upended by these four women.

August 8, 2022 11:16 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

The Future of Travel

The First Space Hotel Could Open as Soon as 2025

In addition to being afforded some epic views, guests of the modular space station would dine and walk around—thanks to artificial gravity.

June 7, 2022 03:01 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

Art + Culture

How Locals Explore Southwest Florida’s Rich Culture and Past

What historic and artistic experiences does The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel have to offer? We asked the people who live there.

Sponsored by The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel

Fall 2024

My Mom’s Dementia Was Getting Worse. I Hoped a Mother-Daughter Cruise Would Help Us Reconnect

Travel can heal, but not in ways we may expect. Writer Ashlea Halpern boards a cruise with her mother, who has dementia, with the hope of bringing them both joy and connection.

October 23, 2024 03:25 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Tips + News

Europe Unveils Plans to Open to Vaccinated Americans

The wait is over: American travelers who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 may soon enter the European Union, the head of the European Commission said.

April 25, 2021 08:44 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Vanguard

AFAR’s 2018 Travel Vanguard: The Visionaries Who Are Transforming the Industry

These nine individuals are harnessing the power of travel to make a difference in the world.

October 2, 2018 02:02 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Air Travel News

Is Anyone Still Flying? What Air Travel During a Pandemic Looks Like

For the fraction of those who still have to take to the skies, here’s what they can expect.

April 2, 2020 03:31 PM

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Michelle Baran

Art + Architecture

A Visit With Dr. Bob, New Orleans’s Beloved Folk Artist

Travelers flocking to this popular New Orleans art destination are as mesmerized by the art as they are the man behind the work.

October 29, 2021 12:56 PM

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Anna Rahmanan

Epic Trips

Galápagos by Land: You’ve Never Seen the Islands This Way

As Ecuador reopens to international visitors, we recall a trip earlier in 2020 that feels like a lifetime ago.

October 1, 2020 05:14 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Two Bedroom Villa at Adronis wellness concept

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Destination Spas Around the World

If you’re looking for serenity in 2024, check out these top destination spas.

January 31, 2024 12:53 PM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Solo Travel

Why You Can (and Should) Take a Serengeti Safari Alone

Safaris aren’t just for honeymooners. In fact, their mix of structured itineraries and communal dining is great for individual travelers.

June 12, 2018 08:13 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

People flock to Courtland Club for its inventive cocktails.

Food + Drink

Is This New England City Becoming the Nightlife Capital of the U.S.?

Providence’s restaurants, bars, and thriving arts scene are a boon to the local economy—and promise a good time for visitors.

July 2, 2025 09:53 AM

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Ellen Carpenter

AFAR Advisor

Here’s What Makes the Crew of This Cruise Line Exceptional

AmaWaterways hires and trains crew members to help guests feel like family. This is the experience that results.

January 8, 2020 01:45 PM

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AmaWaterways

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