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The Family Getaway of Your Dreams Awaits in the Valais Region of Switzerland
A dad and veteran AFAR traveler checks out the scene in Nendaz, which offers all kinds of winter fun for everyone in your gang.
Sponsored by
Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade
Fall 2023
What It Was Like to Hike the Alps’ Largest Glacier
Glaciers are one of nature’s most awe-inspiring phenomena—they’re also extremely vulnerable to climate change.
October 19, 2023 07:48 PM
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Kathleen Rellihan
Trains
These 6 Glass-Roof Trains Have the Best Scenic Views, From the Grand Canyon to Machu Picchu
Immerse yourself in panoramic railway views thanks to glass domes, skylights, and observation cars.
August 26, 2025 02:09 PM
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Nicole Edenedo
Where to Travel Next
4 Charming Small Towns in Switzerland Every Traveler Should Visit
Immerse yourself in medieval history or retreat to a mountaintop.
September 15, 2022 11:38 AM
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Melanie Haiken
Road Trips
These Epic Road Trips Don’t Require a Gas Station
These five EV drives are charged up with plenty of adventure.
June 26, 2023 08:53 AM
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Kathleen Rellihan
Trending News
This Is the Happiest City in the World
The recently released 2026 Happy City Index ranks cities based on the happiness of their citizens. The highest-ranking city also happens to be one of Europe’s most buzzworthy destinations.
March 23, 2026 07:17 PM
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Bailey Berg
Air Travel News
American Airlines Is Launching These 5 Europe Routes—Here’s Why You Should Go
New nonstop flights are making it easier to reach some of Europe’s most compelling cities. From major museum debuts to hotel openings and revitalized neighborhoods, here’s what to do when you get there.
May 21, 2026 03:28 PM
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Bailey Berg
Travel for Good
These Remote Swiss Villages Reveal What It’s Like to Be off the Grid
A remote valley in the Italian-speaking Swiss canton of Ticino is home to villages embracing a pastoral lifestyle in harmony with nature—electricity not included.
April 21, 2022 07:26 PM
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Claudia Laroye
Winter Sports
8 Best Ski Resorts in Europe to Visit This Winter
Every skier deserves at least one trip to Europe.
October 30, 2023 03:37 PM
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Cindy Hirschfeld
Where to Travel Next
12 Under-the-Radar Places You Should Travel to Now, Before They Get Popular
We asked travel advisors where to go now, before the crowds catch on.
February 17, 2026 12:14 PM
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Shayla Martin
Art + Culture
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Filming Locations Worth a Visit
It turns out the “Star Wars” galaxy isn’t terribly far, far away.
August 18, 2023 02:16 PM
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Kyle N. Ormiston
Where to Travel Next
How to Enjoy an Eye-Popping Journey Aboard the Glacier Express
As an AFAR travel expert discovered, a magnificent, best-in-class journey awaits on this legendary train. Here are his tips for doing it right.
Sponsored by
Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade
Outdoor Adventure
7 Lesser-Known Ski Destinations to Avoid the Lift Lines
Add a new destination to the exhilaration of skiing.
January 31, 2024 03:58 PM
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Dan Koday
Outdoor Adventure
Epic Multiday Hikes You Must Do Once in Your Life
Multiday hiking trips blend scenic trails with cultural encounters that enrich every day.
Sponsored by
EF Adventures
History + Culture
A Winter’s Night Atop Mount Pilatus
Unable to resist its lure, one writer makes a journey up Switzerland’s mythical mountain in the less crowded winter.
September 15, 2022 11:36 AM
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Hilary Nangle
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