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12 Great Books to Read Before Your Trip to New York City

New York City may be one of the most written-about places in the United States. Here are some of the best reads about the five boroughs to build anticipation before you go.

March 29, 2024 06:58 PM

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Shannon Reed

Tucked away in the rolling hills of Valle De Guadalupe is the Banyon Tree Veya, a wellness focused luxury hotel. Valle de Guadalupe, is the heart of Mexico’s wine country, producing around 70% of the nation’s wine. In recent years, it’s also become a go-to spot for travelers looking to enjoy wine and eat Baja Med cuisine, a fusion of Mexican flavors with Mediterranean and Asian influences. / Bethany Mollenkof for Afar Magazine

Spring 2025

For Some of the World’s Most Exciting Wines, Travel to Mexico

Often called Mexico’s Napa Valley, Valle de Guadalupe is forging its own path thanks to a new generation of winemakers and chefs working toward a more sustainable—and delicious future.

May 8, 2025 09:59 AM

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Anya von Bremzen

Lake Kussharo Covered with Mist from Bihoro Pass in the Winter, Hokkaido, Japan

Epic Trips

Canoeing, Snowshoeing, and Getting Naked With Strangers in Japan

Embracing “slow adventure” among the lakes and mountains of Eastern Hokkaido.

March 13, 2024 05:12 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

The new three floor United Club features two bar areas—one of which feels like a downtown Denver brewery.

Air Travel News

United Just Unveiled Its Largest Ever Club Lounge

The new lounge near gate B44 nods to the Centennial State with locally produced art and beer flights.

September 13, 2023 03:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Where to Travel Next

5 Cool Southwest Towns That Need to Be on Your Radar

These Arizona small towns are big on charm, history, and culture.

Sponsored by Arizona Office of Tourism

Food + Drink

5 Caribbean Foods Worth the Trip

From rich curries to conch salad, the Caribbean is home to culinary traditions steeped in history.

January 7, 2022 12:04 PM

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Jessica van Dop DeJesus

Cities We Love

The 11 Best Things to Do in Santa Monica

Here’s how to get a taste of everything the city has to offer before the sun goes down over Santa Monica Boulevard.

August 22, 2023 07:26 PM

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Kristin Braswell

History + Culture

Cultural Ambassadors Are Improving Hawaiian Hotels—Here’s How

Native Hawaiian advisors are helping hotels and their guests respect the islands’ heritage. But there’s more to the job than lei-making.

January 28, 2019 02:30 PM

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Kelly Magyarics

Books

A Bibliophile’s Guide to Tuscany

In Italy’s most literary-minded region, a group of bookmakers, book restorers, and bookstore owners are preserving ancient traditions—and you can shop from afar.

December 18, 2020 04:09 PM

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Lisa Abend

A collection of colorful hanging lanterns at the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul

Longreads

Souvenirs Are a Sham. So Why Do We Keep Buying Them?

Why do we feel the need to collect mementos—including the good, the bad, and the ugly—out on the road?

August 21, 2024 09:12 AM

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Michelle Baran

A painting by Pablo Picasso hangs in a common area of the Fife Arms in Scotland.

Hotels

At This Luxury Hotel in Scotland, You Can Sleep With World-Class Art

At the Fife Arms in the Scottish Highlands, the artwork is extraordinary and the afternoon tea might involve whisky.

January 31, 2024 11:42 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Restaurants + Cafés

Chef Marcus Samuelsson on Cultural Collaboration and His New Restaurant in the Bahamas

The award-winning chef, cookbook author, and TV personality shares the importance of empathy and intention behind opening in predominantly Black destinations.

August 20, 2021 01:40 PM

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Raven Briana McMillan

Expedition Cruises

5 Great Shore Excursions to Book While On an Alaskan Cruise

From cuddling sled-dog puppies to hiking Denali National Park, the best Alaska cruise itineraries mean more great ways to explore Alaska right now.

February 12, 2020 09:52 AM

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Anne Kalosh

Travel Tips + Etiquette

8 Countries Where Your Dollar Goes Furthest

Have you been waiting for the right moment to book an international trip? These destinations deliver more for your money right now.

May 23, 2026 05:08 AM

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Adam Wisniewski

Road Trips

Hoxton Hotels Is Launching Glamping-Style Road Trips This Summer

The hotel brand’s “Camp Hox” experience now offers curated road trips with a kitted-out camper van using its properties in L.A., London, Paris, and Amsterdam as the start and end points.

May 6, 2021 03:56 PM

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Chadner Navarro

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