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Hotels

The 9 Best New Hotels in NYC of 2022

Check into one of these new spots near Central Park, over in Brooklyn, and yes, even on Roosevelt Island.

August 3, 2022 02:09 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Road Trips

Highway 1 Is Now Open Again on California’s Big Sur Coast

You can take a classic Big Sur road trip once again now that a section of Highway 1 is open. AFAR joined 80 other cars for the ride.

July 18, 2018 01:48 PM

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Tim Chester

Food + Drink

The Best Bakery in America Is in . . . Knoxville, Tennessee?

It is. And it’s road-trip-worthy.

January 4, 2017 07:51 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Epic Trips

These Resorts Will Make You Feel Like You’re the Only Guest

One&Only Resorts combine personalized service and privacy in some of the world’s most beautiful, authentic destinations.

Sponsored by One&Only Resorts

River Cruises

Viking Adds Ship on Nile as Egypt Continues to Bounce Back

In yet another sign that Egypt is experiencing a robust renaissance, Viking has said it plans to launch a second vessel on the Nile River.

May 3, 2019 01:05 AM

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Michelle Baran

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

A City to Countryside Wine Pilgrimage Through France

One writer discovers the best of Paris and the Loire Valley, bottle by unforgettable bottle.

February 23, 2022 03:57 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Air Travel News

Is This the End of Paying for Onboard Entertainment?

Delta’s decision to make all entertainment free could start a trend.

June 22, 2016 08:31 PM

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Matt Villano

River Cruises

What It’s Like to Take a River Cruise Through Europe Right Now

With COVID rules and restrictions varying by country, crossing the border by boat has its own new challenges—but there are some advantages, too.

September 22, 2021 06:20 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Gora Kadan Fuji room with shoji screens leading to a garden

Hotels

The Best Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Japan—Beyond Tokyo and Kyoto

As travel to Japan continues to boom, we rounded up 23 of the best hotels across the country, many in sublime—and often less-visited—destinations.

April 22, 2026 04:18 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Cities We Love

Why You Should Visit This Under-the-Radar City in Vietnam

A jumping-off point for exploring Hoi An on Vietnam’s central coast, Da Nang is coming into its own with new attractions and resorts, yet it still feels largely untouristed.

December 21, 2018 11:18 AM

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Kate Appleton

Epic Trips

Good-Bye, Screen; Hello, Nature. 9 Adventures Worth Ditching Your Phone For

No Wi-Fi? No problem. There’s no better way to combat screen fatigue than a stunning adventure with no service. Here are 9 of our favorites.

February 12, 2018 05:26 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Tips + News

Rome Bans Sitting on the Spanish Steps

AFAR took in the scene this week at the famous monument where police were observed asking people to stand or face fines.

August 7, 2019 12:33 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

AFAR Advisor

How Travel Advisors Help You Travel Deeper

How do you strengthen empathy on a trip? Try a travel advisor.

February 20, 2020 06:43 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Hotels

The Best Curaçao Hotels and Resorts for a Truly Local Stay

Boasting local art, ecofriendly initiatives, and even a museum dedicated to Curaçao’s complex history, these singular accommodations showcase an unexpected side of the island.

July 7, 2021 12:14 PM

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Laura Feinstein

Museums + Galleries

5 Must-See Museum Makeovers in the American West

These new or newly expanded museums are works of art all on their own.

August 9, 2016 10:41 AM

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Honora Shea

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