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Jagged mountain peaks in Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming with a reflecting pool of water in the foreground and pine trees bordering the image

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The Bueng Bua Boardwalk is over one kilometre long, and stretches over the Thung Sam Roi Yot marsh. It's the largest freshwater marsh in Thailand

Epic Trips

I Fed Elephants and Drifted Through Mangroves in Thailand—All in My Wheelchair

Tour operators are offering more accessible adventures throughout the country.

April 30, 2025 05:33 PM

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Cory Lee

The Grand Staircase at Raffles London at The OWO features stone railings and a red carpet, and is illuminated by a large chandelier.

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Winston Churchill’s Old War Office Is Now London’s Most Talked-About Luxury Hotel. Here’s a First-Person Review.

The new Raffles London at the OWO already feels like a grande dame.

December 4, 2023 09:00 AM

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Anya von Bremzen

Trains

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

Alaska – Tongass National Forest, Mendenhall Glacier

Outdoor Adventure

National Forests Are an Outdoor Adventure Hack—These 11 Feel Like National Parks Minus Crowds or Fees

Some national forests are jaw-dropping and mistakenly overlooked.

March 25, 2026 01:02 PM

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Bailey Berg

A bartender in a white suit and black tie behind a stylish golden bar with five stools and palm fronds on either side

Bars + Nightlife

16 Hotel Bars We Keep Returning To

From lobby bars to rooftop lounges, these are the hotel bars Afar editors love checking out when they’re checking in.

July 3, 2024 11:05 AM

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Ann Shields

A train bar cart with cushioned seats. pillows, metal lamps, and plants

Trains

The First Luxury Sleeper Train in England and Wales Is Now Open for Bookings

Set to launch in July 2025, Belmond’s 18-cabin Britannic Explorer will travel from London to Cornwall, northern England’s Lake District, and Wales in unprecedented style.

March 5, 2025 12:14 PM

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Blane Bachelor

The living area of a pool terrace suite at the Capella Taipei has floor to ceiling windows and wood floors

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This On-the-Rise Asian Capital Gets a Luxury Hotel With Street Eats, Local Crafts, and Temple Adventures

A new urban retreat with a deep connection to Taiwan’s culture, Capella Taipei offers more than luxury amenities. Here’s why it’s worth staying a little longer.

June 3, 2025 03:38 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Kid running through an airport to their parents.

Air Travel News

Not Flying? These U.S. Airports Let You Pass Through Security as a Visitor

Remember when you could greet friends and family at the gate in what now feels like a bygone era of air travel? At these hubs you actually can.

September 14, 2023 02:10 PM

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Michelle Baran

Outdoor Adventure

How This Wyoming Town’s Artisans Are Continuing a Proud Handcrafting Heritage

From intricate leatherwork to hand-forged steel, the creative soul of the West lives on in Sheridan’s devoted craftspeople.

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The outdoor pool area of Onsen Papawaqa. Green mountains loom in the background.

Hotels

Taiwanese Hot Spring Hotels for Every Kind of Traveler

Taiwan has hundreds of natural hot springs with mineral-rich waters; here’s where to go for a restorative soak.

February 3, 2025 12:41 PM

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Clarissa Wei

The Hotel Marcel breathes new life into a disused office space.

Hotels

Inside the Sustainable Hotel Everyone’s Talking About

It’s been hailed as the nation’s first net-zero hotel—but what does that mean on the ground?

August 5, 2022 03:42 PM

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Bridget Reed Morawski

The reception area at Bann at Oak Knoll is filled with Thai art from owner and chef Lalita Souksamlane’s private collection.

Hotels

How to Get Access to Five-Star Resort Amenities—Without Spending the Night

ResortPass offers experiences at more than 1,000 hotels across the country.

December 22, 2023 08:45 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Sandals' overwater villas on the lush coast of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Hotels

4 Ways Sandals Resorts Bring Caribbean Life to You

At Sandals, every stay is designed to connect guests with the islands, from immersive dining experiences to locally inspired architecture and activities.

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