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Sometimes flights take off late but still arrive on time. Here’s how pilots make that happen.

A guide on how to truly immerse yourself in a new place.

Train culture runs deep in Japan. But navigating the country’s train system can be intimidating, especially to Americans not used to train travel. Fear not: This primer will help you make the most out of Japan’s rail network.

As an AFAR travel expert discovered, a magnificent, best-in-class journey awaits on this legendary train. Here are his tips for doing it right.

From lakeside villages to alpine towns, Switzerland’s Christmas markets shine with festive lights, fondue chalets, flying Santas, and more.

Ahead of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, the city has been hurrying to clean up its famous—and historically polluted—waterway. But the plan has run into several hurdles, including threats of “poop protests.”

Japan’s departure tax, known as the “sayonara tax,” will increase from ¥1,000 to ¥3,000 beginning in July 2026 as the country seeks to improve tourism infrastructure and address overtourism.

Travelers to Sweden no longer need to show proof of vaccination or prearrival testing.

Starting May 16, masks will no longer be required on flights within the bloc. However, rules may vary by airline and route, including when flights are traveling someplace where masks are still mandatory.

Each European country has set its own rules and regulations for letting its residents head outdoors.

To experience some of America’s most exciting building designs, head to the heartland.

Workcations, bleisure trips, blended travel—whatever you want to call it, the vacation hack of extending business trips into leisure getaways is here to stay. Use these tips to plan them smartly.

The newly passed Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) bill includes several measures to protect air travelers. Here’s what you need to know.

A section of the more than 100-year-old overpass has been restored.

This Oregon Coast beach offers a serene escape to the raw beauty of the Pacific Northwest.