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Beaches

San Diego Is Famous for Its Beaches—and These Are the Very Best

From glitzy Coronado to rugged San Onofre, these represent the best of the SoCal coast.

October 12, 2023 12:55 PM

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Michelle Konstantinovsky

Rosewood Dix Little Bay in the British Virgin Islands.

Beaches

The Best British Virgin Island Resorts for Any Kind of Trip

Whether you’re looking for luxury, seclusion, or family-friendly fun, these BVI stays offer something for every kind of vacationer.

A new class of stylish trains debuting in 2026 promises immersive interiors, elevated dining, and scenic journeys across Europe and Asia.

March 2, 2026 04:21 PM

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Jessica Puckett

The Winter Garden at the Carlton with hanging plants and green banquettes

Stay Here Next

A Milan Grande Dame Hotel Is Reborn—Just in Time for Italy’s Olympics

As Milan prepares to cohost the 2026 Olympics, the Carlton, one of the city’s most storied hotels, reopens after an impressive five-year renovation.

January 30, 2026 11:58 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

A hill villa at the Maxx Royal Bodrum in Türkiye with a private infinity-edged pool facing the sea.

Stay Here Next

Inside Türkiye’s Most Glamorous New Resort

The luxurious new Maxx Royal Bodrum offers world-class design, gourmet dining, and a secluded Aegean location ideal for both relaxation and high-energy nightlife.

October 11, 2024 12:33 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

A wooden chalet surrounded by snow and evergreen trees with a snow-covered peak in the distance and bright blue skies

Hotels

8 of the Coziest Winter Cabins on Airbnb, According to Guests

It’s easy to see why these ski chalets and mountain cabins are among the highest rated on Airbnb.

November 17, 2023 11:59 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Road Trips

11 National and State Parks to Add to Your Route 66 Road Trip

The Mother Road cuts through some of the most dramatic landscapes in the U.S., filled with canyons, petroglyphs, lava flows, and lakes.

November 18, 2025 02:09 PM

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Jackie Bryant

Hotels

Airbnb Lists Moulin Rouge Windmill for Limited Stays

For just $1 per night, you could be one of the lucky few to spend the night in this iconic Parisian landmark.

May 3, 2022 07:12 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The Biltmore Estate at golden hour in Asheville, North Carolina

Hotels We Love

These Are the 13 Best Hotels in Asheville

From Gilded Age landmarks to A-frame cabins along the French Broad River, these 13 hotels capture the creative spirit of Asheville.

March 11, 2026 12:13 PM

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Jenn Rice

River among green hills in the Côa Valley Archaeological Park

Art + Culture

The Most Photogenic Places in Portugal That Only Locals Know About, According to a Photographer

Picture ruins in a forest, an island volcano lake, and an astronomy site older than Stonehenge.

September 26, 2025 05:27 PM

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Anna Mazurek

Museums + Galleries

This New Monument in Paris Is Like a Mini Versailles

You’ve been to the Louvre. You’ve visited Versailles. Now you can wander the grand halls of the Hôtel de la Marine once again.

June 24, 2021 12:56 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Health + Wellness

Inside the New Waterfront Spa on New York’s Governors Island

The QC NY spa is now open—and AFAR got a sneak peek inside.

May 31, 2022 12:27 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

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