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View from the car at summer of road trip car at Westfjords in Iceland

Destination Spotlight

5 Underrated Things to Do in Iceland

These ideas will help you tap into your Viking spirit.

February 27, 2023 09:42 AM

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Ali Wunderman

Fenced sandy path leading to the ocean at sunrise

U.S. Beaches

Where to Find Sun, Surf, and Seafood on the Jersey Shore

From fun and funky to classy and refined, there’s a beach for every person in the Garden State.

June 2, 2025 05:03 AM

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Rachel Chang

Cities We Love

Why I Still Love San Francisco, Despite Recent Headlines

Foggy evenings and buzzy restaurants remind AFAR’s CEO and cofounder of the city’s charms.

August 24, 2023 04:24 PM

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Greg Sullivan

This guest room at Shinta Mani Mustang in Nepal has stone walls and floor to ceiling windows facing alpine views.

Stay Here Next

This Design-Centric Lodge Is Nepal’s Most Exciting New Luxury Hotel

A stay at the new Shinta Mani Mustang in Nepal puts sublime landscapes, ancient kingdoms, and remote monasteries within easy reach.

January 8, 2024 09:00 AM

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Katie Lockhart

Museums + Galleries

A Massive Yayoi Kusama Dots Exhibit Heads to Chicago

“Dots Obsession” will occupy the entire atrium of the museum.

May 5, 2023 02:11 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Some of Playa Viva's accommodations are treehouses that hover six feet off the ground.

Hotels

15 Magical Tree House Hotels Around the World

Eat, sleep, and live your childhood dream with a bird’s-eye view at one of these tree house hotels.

September 11, 2023 10:07 AM

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Ann Abel

When designing the National Museum of Qatar, architect Jean Nouvel took inspiration from a desert rose crystal.<br/>

LGBTQ Travel

What It’s Like to Be a Queer Traveler in the Middle East

An honest reflection on feeling safe, respecting local culture, and being true to one’s self in more conservative countries.

April 4, 2023 01:40 PM

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Emy Rodriguez Flores

Make a Splash with Balinese Water Adventures

Packing Tips + Gear

Incredible Water Activities to Do in Bali

Hailed the world over as one of the best travel destinations, this Indonesian island offers invigorating aquatic outings for the young, the old, and everyone in between.

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Outdoor Adventure

The 14 Best Things to Do in Puerto Rico, According to Locals—From Rum Tasting to River Tubing

San Juan is just the beginning.

January 31, 2025 08:13 PM

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Amy Gordon

Waves crash along the rocky coast of Bodega Bay, California

Food + Drink

The Part of Sonoma Wine Country Most Travelers Overlook

In this off-the-beaten-path wine country, home to one of the region’s top wineries, hike, dine, sip, and play your way through culinary treasures and natural landscapes over a long weekend.

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Waterfall in Iceland on a green mossy hillside

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Travel Editors Are Using Reddit to Plan Their Trips—Here’s Why You Should Too

Instagram is overrun by influencers and Yelp has its limits, but Reddit is filled with travel know-it-alls who’d love to help plan your next trip.

May 17, 2024 10:46 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Videos

6 Must-Visit Places in Spain [VIDEO]

Discover some of the best places to visit in Spain, along with why you’ll want to add them to your travel plans this year.

October 24, 2024 12:25 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

The new A350 that Qantas is building will have six enclosed first-class suites with flat beds, a separate reclining seat, and plenty of room for eating and working.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

8 Mistakes to Avoid When Redeeming Air Miles, According to Experts

Plan ahead and use partner airline programs to maximize the power of those airline miles.

January 7, 2025 08:36 AM

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Bailey Berg

OAK PARK, ILLINOIS - JUNE 15, 2016: Altar of the Unity Temple designed by Frank Lloyd Wright on June 15, 2016 in Oak Park, Illinois

Art + Architecture

7 Midwestern Towns for Modern Architecture Lovers

To experience some of America’s most exciting building designs, head to the heartland.

March 25, 2024 02:17 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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