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Hurtigruten Launches Buy 1, Get 1 Free Sale on Galápagos Cruises

The promotion also includes fares that are 50 percent off for solo travelers.

February 1, 2023 04:41 PM

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Aerial Image of Negril Jamaica featuring beach, sunset, clear water, vacation destination and serenity

For travelers wondering if now is the time to visit Jamaica following last fall’s devastating hurricane, locals weigh in on what to expect and where recovery efforts stand.

January 23, 2026 02:12 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

Cities We Love

When to Travel in Ireland for the Best Possible Trip

Enjoy Ireland at specific times of year for the best road trips, boat trips, stargazing, culinary adventures, and more.

January 31, 2025 02:59 PM

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Yvonne Gordon

Castle Hot Springs in Arizona - grounds shot with mountains in the background and palm trees and a pool

Hotel News + Openings

Few Hotels and Restaurants Join Relais & Châteaux Each Year. Here Are the Latest Additions—and How They Got In

The newest members include a forest retreat in Georgia, a reef-side resort in Belize, and a Michelin-starred restaurant in Alsace.

March 16, 2026 10:17 AM

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Vicki Denig

Health + Wellness

7 Best Onsen to Visit for a Dip Into Japanese Hot Spring Culture

Travel to these places and try one of Japan’s most relaxing traditions.

May 9, 2023 10:58 PM

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Burcu Basar

Left: Boca Chita Lighthouse Biscayne National Park; right: EVERGLADES, USA - NOVEMBER 30, 2013: group of international tourists leaving from the airboat pier. The Everglades are a natural region of wetlands in the southern portion of the US state of Florida.

National Parks

Which Florida National Park Fits You Better? Everglades Versus Biscayne

Both national parks are near Miami but seem worlds away from each other.

January 23, 2026 06:19 PM

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Jesse Scott

Lassen Peak perfectly mirrored in Manzanita Lake

National Parks

These Cooler, Less-Crowded National Parks Are Best in Summer

From Alaska to Maine, here’s where to swim, hike, and camp all summer long.

May 21, 2025 03:34 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Health + Wellness

Inside the New Waterfront Spa on New York’s Governors Island

The QC NY spa is now open—and AFAR got a sneak peek inside.

May 31, 2022 12:27 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

An aerial view of Sensei Porcupine Creek

Health + Wellness

At Tech Giant Larry Ellison’s New Sensei Resort, Wellness Is a Science

Sensei Porcupine Creek takes an ultra-personalized, science-based approach to nutrition, rest, and physical therapy.

January 12, 2023 12:13 PM

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Mae Hamilton

A bird's eye view of a long, straight beach in Corpus Christi, Texas.

U.S. Beaches

Why This Beach Destination is a Fall Favorite

Still-warm weather and fewer crowds make beachcombing, birdwatching, and more in the Gulf Coast of Corpus Christi ideal for an autumn vacation.

Sponsored by Visit Corpus Christi

Family Travel

The Best Weekend Getaways in the U.S. for Families

From Vegas to the Catskills, these are our favorite spots for a mini break with the kids.

August 5, 2024 03:54 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Wineglass Bay on the Freycinet Peninsula can be explored on foot or by kayak.

Winter 2023

Eclectic Art, Fresh Seafood, and Wild Landscapes—Why Your Next Trip Should Be to Tasmania

Across this secluded and beautiful island state near Melbourne, irreverence and experimentation reign.

December 1, 2022 09:00 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

An Airstream trailer with a hot tub, outdoor shower, deck, and hammock, surrounded by trees

Hotels

12 Airstream Trailers You Can Book on Airbnb

Stay in one of these stylish campers across the United States.

June 7, 2024 09:01 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

History + Culture

How the Seychelles Is Preserving Its Cultural Legacy Through Dance

Recently recognized by UNESCO, the music and dances of moutya commemorate the Seychelles’ painful colonial past.

May 6, 2022 11:26 AM

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Anne Pinto-Rodrigues

A group of people on a boat off the coast of Malta in the ocean on a sunny day.

Islands

The 15 Best Things to Do in Malta, Mediterranean’s Most Underrated Destination

From ancient ruins and medieval fortresses to beautiful natural wonders, this tiny island nation has a lot to offer.

September 17, 2023 10:34 AM

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Jessie Beck

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