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Just outside Paris, a secret world has offered city dwellers an escape for centuries. In the charming towns along the Marne River, generations of revelers come together to eat, drink, dance, and enjoy the season.

Musicians Aimee Mann, Joe Henry, and Loudon Wainwright III gather in Louisville to indulge in raw oysters, dry martinis, and unscripted conversation.

An aspiring musician takes her violin to its birthplace and confronts a musical legacy.

Read one writer’s account of staying at this beautiful vineyard hotel in the Pacific Northwest.

From a lakeside view, Afar writer reviews the first five-star hotel to open on Lake Como in a century.

When a traveler faces grief in Varanasi, his perspective on life and death goes up in smoke.

For cross-country skiers, one winter destination rises above the rest: humble Hayward, Wisconsin, where, for a glorious weekend, their obscure sport is king.

In remote Africa, travelers find profound stillness, untamed nature, and a portal to the past. Don’t forget the gin and tonics.

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Susan Orlean on a spontaneous journey to Denmark.

On a luxurious journey from Singapore to Bangkok, writer Chris Colin lifts the veil on the magic—and mystery—of rail travel.

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent Scott Hocker on a spontaneous journey to Croatia.

In wine country, a group of innovative chefs have ignited a culinary renaissance–and restored cultural pride.

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent Chris Colin on a spontaneous journey to Iceland.

In a square mile of West Texas, Chris Colin finds family and traces his roots back to a wilder America.