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From gooey butter cake to Red Hot Riplets, the Gateway to the West has perfected comfort food.

In big news for redwood lovers, a California-based conservation group succeeded in purchasing a 530-acre giant sequoia grove as part of its mission to protect these ancient forests for generations to come.

As of December 1, many international travelers with layovers up to six days can enter Chongqing, Xi’an, and Ningbo without a visa.

AFAR’s editor in chief on the no-stress way to do Disneyland, favorite kid-friendly hotels, and where to eat in Berkeley.

As the weather warms in the Northern Hemisphere and people get restless worldwide, beaches have become a hot spot: a place to exercise and a place to see bad behavior. What can we do to share beaches while social distancing?

As humans shelter indoors to reduce the spread of coronavirus, mountain goats are ignoring rules of social distancing and roaming the streets of Llandudno, a town in North Wales.

What happens when you test positive in one of the most remote corners of the world.

Drawn to Japan’s natural marvels or curious about its culture and cuisine? Whether you want to sail in luxury or with a locally owned boutique ship, there’s a perfect Japan cruise for you.

These were the stories we were most excited to read—and share—this year.

Even though the Pandemic That Shall Not Be Named has prompted the cancellation of many (every?) trip, it’s still possible to reconnect with the world. Here are 40-plus ideas for U.S. trips, vetted and tested by AFAR editors, for when the time is right.

From the multi-cultural atmosphere onboard to a LEGO-themed kids club and an exclusive Yacht Club area designed to feel like a boutique hotel within the larger ship, here’s how the “MSC World Europa’“sets itself apart from other massive cruise ships.

Soak up America’s geothermal wonders in these rugged springs, historic bathhouses, and relaxing wellness retreats.

A yacht cruise along the French Riviera, a canal barge in Champagne, a sailing along coastal Normandy, and river cruises in Paris, Provence, and Bordeaux—these are the best sailings to book in France.

The new Musée Atelier Audemars Piguet in Switzerland’s Vallée de Joux chronicles 145 years of luxury watchmaking traditions in the Jura Mountain region.

From swimsuits to sweaters, dresses to denim, here’s how to pack fun, comfortable, and practical pieces from brands that promote ethical and sustainable fashion.