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Everyone Wants to Go to Antarctica. Here’s Why You Should Sail to This Fjord-Filled Subpolar Region Instead

Striking jagged peaks, impressive icebergs, and hiking through national parks for days—don’t sleep on this up-and-coming expedition cruise destination.

September 12, 2025 07:37 PM

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Stefanie Waldek

AFAR Advisor

Sales Tips for Luxury Travel Advisors

Does a bottle of wine in the room matter anymore?

July 15, 2019 02:55 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Where to Travel Next

10 Ways to Play—and Relax—in This Dreamy Caribbean Destination

Packed with stunning beaches, adventurous excursions, and delicious dining, the Cayman Islands is an ideal choice for a rejuvenating trip.

Sponsored by The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism

Air Travel News

Europe Airfares Are at Historic Lows—but That Likely Won’t Last

With the lifting of U.S. entry restrictions for vaccinated arrivals, suddenly travelers on both sides of the pond are chasing the same airline seats.

September 28, 2021 01:13 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Road Trips

Meet the Couple Traveling From Canada to Argentina in an RV

The pair arrived from Japan and Hong Kong in 2018 to begin their epic journey.

October 7, 2020 09:44 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Outdoor Adventure

In Japan, Skiing on an Extinct Volcano Takes Adventure to New Heights

Off the northwestern tip of Japan lies Rishiri, a volcanic island that offers sea-to-summit skiing.

October 28, 2022 12:08 PM

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Francesco Bassetti

Festivals + Events

Venice Film Festival Debuts With Fewer Hollywood Stars and Face Masks Required

The 77th edition of the world’s oldest film festival will look nothing like its predecessors.

September 1, 2020 01:43 PM

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Nicole Winfield

Disney

The Grown-Ups’ Guide to Disneyland

Think you’re too old to enjoy the Happiest Place on Earth? Think again.

April 25, 2019 07:02 PM

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Nicole Antonio

Having a good or "bad" passport cannot only affect one's travel plans—it can affect the course of one's life.

Books

Patrick Bixby’s New Book, License to Travel, Explores the Quiet Power of the Passport

The author and professor discusses the simple beauty—and absolute authority—of the passport in his newest book “License to Travel.”

October 25, 2022 10:30 AM

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Mae Hamilton

Travel for Good

Should We Put Away Our Phones When We Travel?

Phones are meant to help us connect, but they can also get in the way. One writer on traveling and allowing her phone to pick up the slack—as long as it’s to a point.

May 18, 2022 12:09 PM

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Kelly Dawson

Festivals + Events

NYC’s Magical Restaurant 1683 Will Pop Up in Los Angeles for Three Nights Only

Designed to evoke Germany’s fairy-tale Black Forest, the pop-up takes its culinary lead from chef Daniel Humm of New York’s Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park.

April 6, 2018 01:26 PM

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David K. Gibson

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Solo Travel

As a Solo Female Traveler, Here’s What to Know and Where to Go

These are the best destinations for women traveling solo, plus tips for how to go.

March 3, 2025 09:47 AM

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Sarah Buder

Cities We Love

Why You Should Go to Charleston This Summer

This being Charleston, summer means heat, history, and plenty of opportunities for drinking.

June 26, 2019 06:19 PM

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Ann Shields

Discover Lake Tahoe on Foot With These Incredible Hikes

Hiking + Cycling

6 of the Most Beautiful Hikes in Lake Tahoe

These hiking trails in North and South Lake Tahoe provide options for a scenic adventure at every skill level.

April 3, 2024 03:23 PM

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Suzie Dundas

Train Travel

Inside the Speakeasy-Style Train Bar That’s Located . . . in a Desert Strip Mall?

Platform 18 is built to look like a replica of a 1927 Pullman train car, delivering an immersive experience along with your drink.

December 21, 2021 03:36 PM

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Kara Newman

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