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Off The Tourist Trail
I Was Born and Raised in Hawaiʻi—Here’s Where Locals Go to Escape the Crowds
You can get off the tourist trail in the islands. Travel in the spring or fall, avoid chain restaurants, or volunteer on your vacation.
February 10, 2026 12:56 PM
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Catherine Toth Fox
Trending News
Travel Advisors on How Best to Maximize Your Federal Vacation Days—and Where to Go to Avoid Crowds When You Do
When considering Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Labor Day, Veterans Day, and Thanksgiving, travel advisors and experts offer their advice on how to plan crowd-free trips around key federal holidays.
January 28, 2026 06:18 PM
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Terry Ward
Hotel News + Openings
A Collection of New Culinary-Focused Boutique Hotels Is Opening Across Northern California and Utah
Celebrity chef Charlie Palmer is among the partners involved in the newly launched Appellation brand, with properties coming to Northern California’s wine country and a luxury wellness-themed resort in Utah’s Park City.
July 17, 2025 06:25 PM
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Matt Villano
Food + Drink
In Downtown Los Angeles, Beautiful Art Deco Buildings Are Being Reborn as Hip Hotels
A hotel-led revival is transforming downtown L.A. into one of the city’s most coveted destinations for travelers and locals alike.
April 21, 2022 09:40 PM
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Anna Haines
Islands
The Best Hawaiian Islands to Visit for Different Kinds of Travelers
Escape the cold with a visit to one or more postcard-perfect Hawaiian islands—plus, how to give back while you’re there.
December 19, 2025 12:59 PM
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Amanda Castleman
Loyalty + Rewards
Marriott Launches 2 New Credit Cards
Plus, the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card gets a major upgrade—and heftier annual fee.
September 27, 2022 02:56 PM
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Paul Rubio
Trains
12 of Europe’s Most Beautiful Train Stations
With their historical significance and elaborate architecture and design, these handsome buildings are destinations in themselves.
February 12, 2026 10:53 AM
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Chris Ciolli
Packing Tips + Gear
The 20 Most Popular Travel Essentials AFAR Readers Bought in 2023
Of all the travel products AFAR recommended this year, the most purchased items included luggage, water bottles, and several items for keeping you—and your belongings—safe.
December 21, 2023 07:18 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Fall 2022
Old Trade Routes, Ancient Ruins, Afternoon Tea: Biking the Jordan Trail
Along Jordan’s ancient trade route, two cyclists encounter archaeological relics, forested parks, and a generous invite to lunch.
October 3, 2022 03:52 PM
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Andrew Findlay
Where to Travel Next
Immerse Yourself in the Stunning Scenery of Greenville, South Carolina
An abundance of green spaces and waterfalls, plus proximity to the high peaks and rolling hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, make this destination a dreamy home base for exploring South Carolina’s under-the-radar Upstate region.
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Visit Greenville SC
Hotels
These Are the 2 Best Hotels in Scotland. And I’m Declaring a Winner.
This round of “Which Stay Wins?” puts Gleneagles’ rambunctious energy against the Fife Arms’ maximalist whimsy. Which comes out on top?
September 9, 2025 03:57 PM
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Mark Ellwood
AFAR Advisor
Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know California? (Plus, Win a Hotel Stay!)
Take this exciting quiz to test your Golden State expertise and enter to win a free night’s hotel stay!
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U.S. Beaches
The 10 Best Beaches in Southern California
From Santa Barbara to San Diego, we’ve narrowed down hundreds of miles to 10 magnificent beaches for your next sunny getaway.
November 7, 2022 01:06 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
Hiking + Cycling
A 600-Mile Recreational Trail Is Coming to the West’s Sierra Nevada
The Lost Sierra Route will connect—and ideally help revitalize—15 mountain towns by bringing biking, hiking, and trail tourism to this scenic alpine region.
December 16, 2021 02:50 PM
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Anna Fiorentino
Travel Tips + Etiquette
This Kayak Travel Planning Tool Is a Well-Kept Secret Every Traveler Should Know About
Here’s how to use Kayak Direct as a resource to plan your next trip.
February 23, 2023 10:25 PM
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Paul Rubio
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