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A coast-to-coast guide to the coolest experiences happening in all 50 states (plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.) right now

We interviewed “Places to Love” host Samantha Brown to get the inside scoop on “dead weeks,” her favorite lesser-known travel destinations, and the items she never leaves home without.

Warm water, year-round waves, and Costa Rica’s relaxed “pura vida” spirit have made this Central American country one of the most popular surf destinations in the world.

Our 2026 picks champion a better way to travel the world: responsibly, creatively, and with eyes on places long overlooked.

This remote glamping retreat in Interior Alaska offers a comfortable base for unparalleled northern lights sightings.

Rise with the sun to explore temples, find green spaces in Kyoto and Tokyo, and consider some small towns.

Choose your own winter adventure in Canada—be it holiday markets, winter wonderland hikes, or an ice hotel—and base yourself at one of these standout hotels.

Fogo Island Inn in Newfoundland, Canada, is singular in its stunning design, local craftsmanship, and meaningful connections with the community.

The carrier will be removing 27 flights from its network—the majority of which are to and from New York. Some Canada and Costa Rica flights are also on the chopping block, as is some domestic service between smaller hubs.

Wishing you could get a taste of the Big Apple? Watching these movies about NYC can take you there, if only on screen.

Follow a four-day ramble through scenic western New York to see some of the American architect’s most impressive works.

A dad and veteran AFAR traveler checks out the scene in Nendaz, which offers all kinds of winter fun for everyone in your gang.

Eco-consciousness knows no bounds on Maui. Here’s how travelers can get involved—while having fun.

At boutique hotel Casa Palopó, in a town painted vibrant colors, guests are given credits to spend on local products.

These road-trip itineraries through the heartland offer lakefront beaches, farm-fresh cuisine, and state parks filled with history and wildlife.