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4 Days In

Locals Reveal The Best Way to Spend a Weekend in Washington D.C.

Watch the sun rise over the National Mall, eat great bagels and smoked sausages, and discover “D.C.’s Downton Abbey” over a long weekend in the city.

February 15, 2024 03:59 PM

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Karen Carmichael

A Seabourn chef in a white coat standing in front of an olive stand at a market speaking with someone (seen from behind) who is wearing a hat

Cruise

Are Shore Excursions Worth It? Our Cruise Expert Weighs In

Frequent cruiser Fran Golden offers her take on how to tackle port calls while sailing from one beautiful destination to the next.

June 25, 2025 07:14 PM

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Fran Golden

Multicolored houses on the hillside by the ocean

Outdoor Adventure

Visit One of Italy’s Most Beautiful and Beloved Spots—Without the Crowds

How one Afar editor managed to find seclusion in Cinque Terre.

June 17, 2025 01:00 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Food + Drink

10 Essential Foods to Eat on a Trip to Puerto Rico

Plantains from Africa, cooking techniques from Spain—Puerto Rico’s dishes are a testament to its multicultural history.

May 27, 2023 12:27 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Hotel News + Openings

Aspen’s Newest Hotel Wants to Feel Like Your Private Mountain House

White Elephant Aspen, the first mountain property from the East Coast hotel brand, opens on June 15 in Aspen’s quieter West End neighborhood.

May 28, 2026 06:44 PM

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Bailey Berg

The pool on the Four Seasons I yacht with a bar area and arched windows behind it

Cruise News

Four Seasons’ First Yacht Has Officially Set Sail

The luxury hotel company’s first foray into cruising debuted this month with the launch of a new 222-passenger yacht, “Four Seasons I,” currently sailing in the Mediterranean .

March 31, 2026 01:38 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Festivals + Events

In Carlsbad, California, Flowers Are on the Menu

Flower spotting in Carlsbad goes beyond ranunculus at the Flower Fields. In spring, petals are incorporated into entrées, spa treatments, and cocktails.

April 12, 2022 07:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Coral Hill villa at Bequia Beach Hotel overlooks the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Hotels

Why Your Next Hotel Booking Could Be . . . a Villa Rental

More hotels than ever are offering villa rentals that pair ultra-private experiences with resort-style amenities.

March 31, 2023 02:05 PM

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Mary Holland

A stretch of beach in Nice, France, with loungers and striped umbrellas in the foreground and people sunbathing on the sand further afield

A recent Skyscanner report ranked destinations that are seeing the biggest year-over-year decreases in airfares. Here’s which cities made the list.

November 26, 2024 07:12 PM

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Bailey Berg

Islands

Live Rent Free in a Restored “1 Euro” Sicilian Airbnb for a Year

Airbnb restored an abandoned house in Sambuca and is now looking for a host to move in this summer.

January 19, 2022 11:02 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The Marina at Mackinac Island with Saint Anne's church and the historic Victorian houses a sunset shot from Lake Michigan

Where to Go in Summer

10 Best Places in the U.S. for Summer Travel

Ten places for the perfect summer vacation.

March 19, 2025 04:05 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Pregnancy is a great time to travel. But being armed with good information makes the experience all the more impactful.

Packing Tips + Gear

7 Surprising Things in Afar Editors’ Carry-Ons

The sometimes-odd, always-useful things in our carry-ons

November 14, 2024 01:56 AM

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Sophie Friedman

Sinky Bay in the Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club in Bermuda

Where to Go in Spring

4 Reasons Why Bermuda Should Be Your Next Spring Destination

Blessed with a subtropical climate and two new airline routes, Bermuda is an escape to consider this spring.

February 21, 2023 05:40 PM

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Taryn White

Where to Travel Next

5 Reasons Why Nova Scotia Should Be on Your Radar

Quaint towns, unique national parks, and all the lobster you can handle are just the beginning of a great getaway to Nova Scotia.

Sponsored by Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism

UNESCO World Heritage

What an “Alternative” Tour of Europe’s Great Cities Is Like

Migrantour began in Turin, Italy, and now operates across Europe, offering travelers and residents a new perspective on multicultural cities.

February 15, 2022 02:18 PM

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Simone Lai

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