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Our Favorite Family Destinations Across the U.S. for 2024

Hikes, museums, and train rides await, from Hawaiʻi to New York and beyond.

April 16, 2024 02:19 PM

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Tim Chester

Kauai spots like Kōke'e State Park are easier to explore in July, when the island receives less rain.

Outdoor Adventure

Reserve a Spot at These Stunning U.S. State Park Campgrounds Before It’s Too Late

These state park campsites rival the beauty of U.S. national parks.

April 15, 2024 07:12 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

A canvas tent with wooden stairs, surrounded by trees

Hotel News + Openings

A New Under Canvas Tented Camp Is Coming to This California National Park

The beloved glamping brand will soon offer a stylish new way to experience the natural beauty of Yosemite.

April 12, 2024 04:51 PM

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Bailey Berg

A rugged coastline with rolling waves and grass-covered hills

National Parks

Women’s History Is About to Get a Bigger Spotlight in America’s National Park System

A new executive order is designed to strengthen the NPS’s recognition of women’s history landmarks.

April 10, 2024 03:32 PM

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Jamie Davis Smith

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Outdoor Adventure

5 Beautiful Multi-Day Hiking Adventures in the United States—No Tent Required

Experience national parks and renowned trails without worrying about accommodations.

April 09, 2024 07:44 PM

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Alisha McDarris

National Parks

Where to Find Yellowstone’s Captivating Wildlife, Indigenous Heritage, and Uncrowded Places

Here’s how to explore Yellowstone, according to the experts.

April 09, 2024 03:16 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

Road Trips

23 Incredible Road Trips in the U.S.

Whether you’re looking for sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean or a multiday adventure through national parks, these road trips provide plenty of opportunities to explore the United States.

April 04, 2024 07:12 PM

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Ciera Velarde

Hotels We Love

These Are the Best New Hotels of 2024

AFAR’s picks for the 31 best new hotels in the world.

April 04, 2024 09:00 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Sequoia National Park in California at autumn

Outdoor Adventure

How the U.S. National Park System Is Welcoming Neurodiverse Travelers

Customized itineraries, social stories, and sensory kits help families pull off a seamless visit.

April 02, 2024 11:37 AM

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Lisa Kadane

Cabins set in a forest surrounded by snow

Outdoor Adventure

10 Cozy California Cabins Where You Can Escape to Nature

Rent one of these cabins in California located everywhere from the mountains of the High Sierras to the coastal cliffs of Big Sur.

March 29, 2024 12:51 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Although often associated with, and certainly influenced by, the cultures of its fellow Scandinavian and Nordic countries, Iceland’s culture is more individual than one might imagine for such a small country. Its relative isolation for many centuries has meant that its language, rooted in Old Norse, has not modernized as much as, say, Norwegian or Danish, and contemporary citizens can still clearly read and understand the ancient sagas. Indeed, literary culture, as well as music, crafts, and Viking gods and folk myths (think elves and trolls), still resonate strongly throughout contemporary society. This vibrant mix of ancient history and modern culture is a joy to explore and can be found throughout the country in famous landmarks such as Thingvellir (or Þingvellir) and Parliament House and in a range of dedicated historic museums.

Outdoor Adventure

The Best Months to Visit Iceland: Fewer Crowds, the Northern Lights, and Prime Puffin Spotting

The best time to visit Iceland depends on your itinerary.

March 28, 2024 12:44 PM

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Alexis Averbuck

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National Parks

How to Go Fossil Hunting in America’s Dinosaur Country

Meet at the corner of Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming to view ancient fossils and natural wonders and to sleep under star-studded skies.

March 25, 2024 12:44 PM

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Nick Hilden

Hotels

These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Asheville

Stay overnight at one of these Asheville hotels, and you’ll understand what makes the city so special.

March 23, 2024 07:00 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Where to Travel Next

How to Vacation Like a Local in Los Angeles

The voice behind Love & Loathing LA and founder of Best Coast Beverages, Caroline Juen shares her favorite spots in the city.

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