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Visitors stand at the top of a mountain overlooking stunning fjords, islands, and a quaint village in the Lofoten archipelago. Couple hiking the Reinebringen mountain Lofoten Norway

21 Beautiful Hikes Around the World You Should Do in Your Lifetime

Some of these hikes are well known, some underrated. All are Afar tested and approved, bringing you closer to the Earth.

May 19, 2026 05:23 PM

Scenery of Shiretoko in Hokkaido, Shari-cho, Midsummer

Outdoor Adventure

In a Lesser-Known Part of Japan, Outdoor Adventure Awaits

Explore bubbling volcanoes, primeval forests, and fantastical wildlife in the far east of Hokkaido.

March 22, 2024 01:25 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Weekend Getaways

The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Greenville, South Carolina

This South Carolina city is growing in all the right ways, while staying true to itself. Come to enjoy fast cars, slow bike rides, and inspired eats.

July 21, 2021 02:26 PM

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Stratton Lawrence

Mask mandates may have faded, but some travelers still opt to wear face coverings while navigating busy airports.

Air Travel News

Why Aren’t We Wearing Masks Anymore When We Travel?

`Tis the season for the common cold—and one of the worst flu seasons— yet most travelers are going maskless at airports and during flights.

January 8, 2026 04:24 PM

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Stacey Lastoe

People sitting on green chairs around a fountain in a park in the Jardin des Tuileries in Paris

Air Travel News

You Can Take 4 Round-Trip Flights to Paris, Tokyo, and More With This $1,525 International Flight Pass

Fly round-trip from the USA to France, Japan, Tahiti, and New Zealand over the course of a year with Air Tahiti Nui’s new one-year, multi-flight pass. Here’s how to get one.

November 15, 2023 06:41 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tips + Etiquette

10 Funny Travel Quotes to Live by in 2020

As these well-traveled writers know, it’s essential to pack your sense of humor when taking a trip.

December 6, 2019 03:54 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Airport terminal under snowfall in winter.

Air Travel News

After Thousands of Canceled Flights, Here’s What Stranded Travelers Learned From Winter Storm Fern

As a massive winter storm swept the country, upending air travel nationwide, stranded travelers share the realities of rebooking, waiting, and getting home.

January 30, 2026 01:04 PM

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Stacey Lastoe

4 Days In

4 Days in Miami: Coastal Horseback Rides, Jazz Under the Stars, and Cuban Coffee Culture

A Miami resident shares go-to spots beyond South Beach, from Little River bistros to a botanical butterfly garden.

January 9, 2026 12:40 PM

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Terry Ward

The painted, gilded, curved ceiling, of the Wieskirche in Germany, flanked by ornate columns and sculptures.

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO Heritage Sites in Germany Where You Can Embrace the Monk’s Life

Explore rich religious traditions and outstanding architecture at the country’s most magnificent cathedrals and monasteries.

Sponsored by Hilton and the German National Tourist Board

Winter Sports

Ski Season Started Early This Year—These Are the Slopes Opening Ahead of Schedule

Can’t wait to hit the slopes this winter? Now you don’t have to, thanks to a few resorts that have opened early this year.

November 1, 2022 09:04 PM

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Maggie Fuller

A hotel lobby with boldly patterned wallpaper, potted trees, mirrors and artwork on the walls, and a patterned area rug

Hotels We Love

These Are the 15 Best Hotel Getaways in New England

New England is brimming with historic grande dames, design-minded boutique hotels, wellness retreats, and glamping getaways.

May 29, 2024 01:29 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

U.S. Beaches

The Ideal Outer Banks, North Carolina, Beach Vacation

Pair an island with an inlet town for a beach-to-bay, approved-by-locals week on the Carolina coast.

July 2, 2022 09:21 AM

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Anna Katherine Clemmons

Air Travel News

JetBlue Offers One-Way Fares as Low as $39 During Flash Fall Sale

Discounted domestic and international flights are only available for a very limited time—so you’ll need to act fast.

August 22, 2023 08:00 AM

Art + Culture

This U.S. City Is the Paris of the Midwest

From renowned museums to legendary music history, visit the places that inspire artist Tiff Massey for a Parisian-style cultural experience right in the heart of the Midwest.

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