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As The Charter Oak in Napa Valley turns two, AFAR talks to Chef Katianna Hong about her culinary beginnings and how the restaurant is connecting to its community.

Where to go in Northern California, according to one of San Francisco’s most influential bartenders.

In search of world-famous wines and secretive drinking societies? Dijon might be Burgundy’s capital, but the sleepy town of Beaune is the true heart of this hallowed wine region.

Skip the big cities and head straight for this island

AFAR co-founder Greg Sullivan boarded his first river cruise expecting to enjoy his time ashore. What surprised him was how much he enjoyed the journey itself.

As the first black South African woman to make wine and launch her own label, Ntsiki Biyela is a pioneer.

Discover 17 hidden gems in “the country of poets and thinkers” that combine luxury, history, wellness, wine, and more passion-led activities for some quality time away.

Rich reds, bright whites, and delicious plates: Why Anderson Valley, a hidden wine enclave two hours north of San Francisco, deserves a spot on your tour of Northern California.

Sometimes it feels as though the Golden State is one vast parkland. Where to peer into tide pools, hike the coast, and get your redwood on.

Plain old port may be your grandfather’s drink, but port cocktails? Well, that’s something you can happily claim as your own.

Have a new hobby thanks to the COVID lockdown? Are you suddenly really well versed in sourdough starters? Cycling? Whisky drinking? These trips will inspire you to turn new (or dormant) passions into a far-flung education.

So what if the Napa Valley is known for wine? The destination has cocktails dialed in, too.

Don’t miss these five top spots for a perfect summer adventure through England’s Cornwall county.

You can take a classic Big Sur road trip once again now that a section of Highway 1 is open. AFAR joined 80 other cars for the ride.

These summer festivals take place in fields, libraries, cities parks—anywhere but the traditional concert arena.