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There’s a winter wonderland for everyone—even if you hate the cold.

If you’re longing for a trip to Tokyo, get a shot of Japanese culture by watching these movies—from anime to film festival favorites—all set in the capital city.

In some countries, you’re welcome to roam wherever you want. On an extended bike tour, one writer experienced the ins and outs of exercising that freedom. Here’s what she learned.

The tropical islands need your support more than ever—and these travel initiatives are making it even easier to give back.

Illness or injury on vacation in a foreign country can be financially ruinous at best and life-threatening at worst.

Located 10,000 feet above sea level, this one-of-a-kind James Bond experience will take people inside the world of 007.

A new project is opening up several of Greece’s ancient shipwrecks, starting with the site of where a cargo ship laden with thousands of amphoras, probably containing wine, sank in the late 5th century B.C.E.

As many of us opt to hit the open road this year, there’s an easier way. Why not have someone else figure out where you’re going to stay and what you’re going to do along the way?

A massive light maze, a major museum closing, a boundary-pushing restaurant, and two new hotels mean you should head to the capital now.

For our Spin the Globe stories, AFAR usually sends a writer to a destination with as little notice as possible. This time, we sent photographer Dina Litovsky. Turns out Tel Aviv is her kind of place.

Where to stay, shop, and dive into Motor City’s creative side.

Expat Chris Doyle, executive director Europe & Central Asia at the Adventure Travel Trade Association, reflects on West Sweden’s outdoor culture and how travelers can make the most of it.

With 24 hours’ notice, AFAR sent writer Wells Tower into the mazelike markets and Lucha Libre dens of Mexico’s notoriously misunderstood megalopolis.

If you miss spending time in the Eternal City, get a taste of la dolce vita with these movies about Rome.

Seeing gorillas in the wild would be reason enough to visit Rwanda, but this beautiful country offers much more.