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Restaurants + Cafés

Leah Chase, Legendary Chef of New Orleans’s Dooky Chase’s, Dies at 96

The chef and civil rights advocate died surrounded by family on Saturday.

June 3, 2019 12:25 PM

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Rebecca Santana

Air Travel News

Why Can’t Airlines Fix the Boarding Process?

Yet another airplane-boarding study makes us wonder why getting people onto a plane is still such a mess.

December 4, 2019 11:20 AM

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Billie Cohen

AFAR Approved

Bombas Are (Really) the Best Compression Socks for Travel—and They’re 25 Percent off Right Now

You should always wear compression socks when you fly.

November 10, 2023 01:03 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

Travel Is on the Wish List This Holiday Season

Early New Year’s resolution: Let’s keep embracing our passion to travel.

December 10, 2020 11:08 AM

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Roger Dow

Air Travel News

Bereavement Fares Aren’t What They Used to Be—Here’s How They Work Now

Bereavement fares can help in a pinch, but they’re not always the cheapest option. Understanding how they work can save you time, money, and added stress.

April 3, 2026 02:40 PM

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Bailey Berg

Travel for Good

How the Travel Industry Can Live Up to the Glasgow Declaration

On the heels of the U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Scotland, AFAR asked thought leaders in travel how they plan to take action and create a more sustainable future.

December 13, 2021 02:54 PM

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Staff

Stay Here Next

This New South African Safari Camp Offers Bold Design, Regionally Inspired Cuisine, and Epic Wildlife Viewing

South Africa’s new Masiya’s Camp is a riot of color in the bushveld, with burgundy tents, curated African art, and a strong design point of view.

July 24, 2025 11:25 AM

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Richard Holmes

Hiking + Cycling

Making a Case for Ski Towns in Summer: Hiking and Fine Dining in Italy’s South Tyrol

Forget the skis. In the South Tyrol region near the Dolomites, delicious food and gorgeous hikes are best enjoyed in summer.

July 23, 2021 12:19 PM

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Sara Lieberman

Art + Architecture

You Could Win a Picasso Painting for €100 Through This Raffle

Proceeds from the entries will go toward providing clean water to people in Cameroon, Madagascar, and Morocco.

May 19, 2020 05:41 PM

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John Leicester

COVID + Travel

U.K.’s Heathrow Airport Opens Terminal for High-Risk Travelers

As of June 1, travelers arriving from a “red list” of coronavirus hot spots will pass through the London airport’s Terminal 3.

June 2, 2021 02:53 PM

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Jill Lawless

AFAR Advisor

Why Your Clients Will Love this River Cruise Line

At AmaWaterways, love isn’t just an emotion—it’s a core part of the brand.

Sponsored by AmaWaterways

Family Travel

You Can Stay in a Castle With Lego Wizards at California Legoland

The theme park’s colorful addition opens on April 27.

April 11, 2018 07:45 PM

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David K. Gibson

Outdoor Adventure

How to See the Wonders of the World Without the Crowds

The Seven New Wonders of the World created some controversy when they were announced, but they—and the last remaining original Wonder—are still worth a visit, if you know how.

April 25, 2025 06:30 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

In the Magazine

Singapore’s Geylang Neighborhood Is Developing a New Reputation as a Foodie Hot Spot

In a metropolis known for its squeaky-clean streets, a tale of two cities emerges.

December 1, 2021 02:31 PM

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Lester V. Ledesma

In the Magazine

As the Pandemic (Hopefully) Wanes, Chicago Is Back and Stronger Than Ever

The Windy City is roaring back from the pandemic, thanks to its entrepreneurial spirit and strong sense of pride.

December 1, 2021 02:08 PM

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Elaine Glusac

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