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A view of the pool and patio at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs, California.

Need a Reset? Head to This California Desert Oasis for a Mindful Retreat

From eco-luxury hotels to natural desert beauty, here’s how to have a mindful and relaxing trip to Greater Palm Springs.

The architect finished the blueprints for RiverRock House, located outside Cleveland, Ohio, not long before he died in 1959.

April 11, 2025 02:35 PM

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Bailey Berg

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Road Trips

This 3-Day Road Trip Lets You See 9 Frank Lloyd Wright Works—and Explore Where the Architect Grew Up

This route is a rare look at the life experiences and landscapes that shaped one of the most famous architects in the U.S.

April 15, 2025 03:00 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

The Frank Gehry–designed Fondation Louis Vuitton is hosting two major exhibits featuring Jean-Michel Basquiat and Egon Schiele this fall.

Art + Architecture

9 Iconic Frank Gehry–Designed Buildings You Can Visit

The famed architect Frank Gerhy has passed away. He was one of the most beloved—and polarizing—figures in his field.

December 5, 2025 05:42 PM

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Mae Hamilton

A new class of stylish trains debuting in 2026 promises immersive interiors, elevated dining, and scenic journeys across Europe and Asia.

March 2, 2026 04:21 PM

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Jessica Puckett

Off The Tourist Trail

Yes, You Can Visit Venice Without the Crowds. Here’s How.

Visit Piazza San Marco after dark, explore the outer islands, including Giudecca and San Giorgio, and support the city’s glassmakers, lace makers, and other artisans.

March 13, 2025 05:37 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens in Palm Springs is now on a beautiful day in Palm Desert, United States

Accessible Travel

These Cities Are Leading the Way in a New Kind of Inclusivity for Travelers

What does an autism-certified city look like? Destinations around the world are figuring that out as they build a trend in accessible travel.

April 17, 2025 01:08 PM

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Melinda Fulmer

An empty airplane seat row with rounded windows in the background

Air Travel News

There’s a Very Good Reason Airplanes Have Rounded Windows

As with every aspect of airplane design, oval windows are not just an aesthetic choice but one rooted in physics and engineering.

October 22, 2024 11:40 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Lounge area at the Capital One Lounge at Dulles

Air Travel News

Homemade Pop Tarts and Midcentury Design: Capital One Opens New Airport Lounge at Washington Dulles

AFAR got a sneak peek inside the new Capital One Lounge at Washington Dulles Airport that’s open to all.

September 6, 2023 05:21 PM

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Paul Rubio

A Delta One business class seat featuring new darker materials and coloring that will soon be installed on all Delta planes

Air Travel News

Delta’s Entire Fleet Is Getting New Cabin Designs—Here’s a First Look

All of the airline’s planes will be upgraded during an extensive interior overhaul. The first aircraft sporting the new design will begin flying this year.

October 16, 2024 11:41 AM

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Dennis Green

A Deluxe Palace Garden View Room at the Aman Tokyo.

Hotels We Love

The Best Hotels in Tokyo to Book Now

There’s no shortage of amazing stays in Japan’s capital—and these 15 hotels are the city’s best.

June 15, 2023 09:09 AM

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Adam H. Graham

Hotels

The 10 Best Hotels for Architecture and Design

From a reimagined safari camp to an art-filled Canadian outpost, these 10 hotels get high marks for their innovative architecture and purposeful design.

September 1, 2023 04:23 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

The Imperial Suite at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme is decorated in neutral hues with colorful contemporary art in the center of the room.

Art + Culture

6 Must-Visit Hotels for Art Enthusiasts

Stay at hotels where museum-quality artwork is part of the experience.

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