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AFAR’s Editor in Chief Julia Cosgrove reflects on a must-read essay collection and the importance of including diverse voices in today’s America.

Here’s what travelers need to know about the Ferguson Fire that has already burned 94,992 acres near Yosemite National Park.

It’s not just the winding trails and desert vistas that make this an ideal winter cycling destination.

Hint: It’s not Boston.

When you take the time to listen, the country speaks through the buzz of bees, the hubbub of the market, the desert wind.

The network now includes 701 protected nature reserves in 124 countries around the world.

Now is the time for gathering with loved ones, and there’s perhaps no better place to do it than at Hotel del Coronado, thanks to history, elegance, and seemingly endless options for fun.

Afar’s team roamed wide in 2025. These were our favorite spots from a year of exploring.

These standout concepts show how local flavors can elevate an all-inclusive stay.

A visit to Iqaluit, Canada’s northernmost city, reveals a lot about life in the Arctic.

From rare wines and a world-famous orchestra to winding streets packed with cozy cafés and boutiques, there’s charm around every corner in this cultured German city with a royal history in the heart of Europe.

From Lima to Barcelona, city dwellers are rethinking their reliance on cars as restrictions start to ease.

A book titled “The Art of Looking Up” details the significant stories of spectacular ceilings, from Sweden and Las Vegas to Spain and Iran.

Over the next two years, the palace is replanting the Queen’s Grove to look like it did when Marie Antoinette walked its paths in the late 18th century.

On a 48-hour trip to Athens, writer and cookbook author Anya von Bremzen savors modern tavernas, heritage pastries, and the city’s best souvlaki.