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Puebla is rapidly recovering from the recent earthquake, and with new luxury hotels, historically famous cuisine, and a modern take on classic art, now is the moment to visit.

Amanda Alexander, an attorney and founding executive director of the Detroit Justice Center, knows her city is at a crossroads. How it responds could set an example for the rest of the country.

This loop around the San Juans soars over stunning mountain passes and into Victorian-era mining towns, spanning some of the most rugged terrain in the lower 48.

Want to make a positive impact on your next trip to Botswana or South Africa? Read on and learn how to vet voluntourism programs—and how to spot the fakes.

With mapping technology advancing, the art of hand-drawn maps is disappearing. Meet one of the people keeping the precise tradition alive.

Morgan’s Inspiration Island is helping people of all abilities cool off this summer.

With 24 hours’ notice, AFAR sent writer Tom Rachman to Vienna where, on his quest to discover 
the soul of the Austrian capital, he 
stumbled upon the city’s 
darker side.

Old religious buildings are finding new life as locals get creative about preserving their city’s heritage.

Silver Oak, the 46-year-old producer of some of the state’s most iconic red wine, is building a new legacy by going green.

The regional museum near Washington, D.C. debuts a $200 million expansion, thrusting its holistic experience of art, architecture, and landscape into the international spotlight.

Some good, some bad

In Austria, where the Alps cover 62 percent of the country, hiking is just a part of regular life. An intrepid American writer laces up his boots.

Here’s your chance to help an island on the rebound—and take advantage of some sweet loyalty program incentives.

In Canada’s Maritime provinces, the Nova Scotian culinary scene is quirky, playful, and absolutely delicious.

The former fishing village of Taghazout, on Morocco’s Atlantic coast, has long been loved by surfers for its great waves and relaxing pace of life. But although it’s mostly remained under the radar, word is getting out on this idyllic spot.