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Bars + Nightlife

What to Drink, Where to Drink It: A Worldwide Guide to Summer Cocktails

Consider this your worldwide summer cocktail guide.

May 11, 2018 02:05 PM

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Sarah Baird

Weekend Getaways

Local Getaways: Why Carmel Valley Is the Wine Country Escape You Need

Do a little hike. Taste a little wine. Get down tonight—in Carmel Valley, an easy wine country escape south of San Francisco.

October 14, 2020 02:19 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Festivals + Events

Has a Recession Killed Brazilian Carnival?

As many as 50 towns have canceled this year’s celebration due to tight funds.

February 22, 2017 03:47 PM

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Matt Villano

rural village in the prosecco hills, Conegliano Valdobbiadene, Italy

Food + Drink

Prosecco, Anyone? How to Visit Italy’s Famed Sparkling Wine Region

Everything you need to know about sipping your way around this UNESCO World Heritage site.

February 9, 2026 02:26 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Museums + Galleries

6 Sweet Reasons to Visit the Museum of Ice Cream in San Francisco

A rainbow sprinkle pool, a gummy garden, and ice cream installations galore: Stepping into this museum is like realizing your childhood dreams.

September 19, 2017 06:15 PM

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Samantha Juda

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How You Can Travel Responsibly During the Coronavirus Outbreak

It’s a personal decision, but we can keep you informed with a supply of intel—and hope.

March 4, 2020 06:03 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Woman swimming in a sky-high pool, surrounded by snowy mountain landscape

Where to Travel Next

13 Toasty Outdoor Pools in Snowy Places

Winter weather isn’t just for skiing or sledding—it can also be for taking long, relaxing soaks in steaming pools surrounded by snowy scenery.

January 22, 2026 01:54 PM

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Nicole Trilivas

Restaurants + Cafés

Four New Sweet Stops in Paris

From limited-edition desserts to a brand-new caramel boutique, here’s where to get your sugar fix in the City of Light.

February 16, 2017 02:39 PM

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Lindsey Tramuta

Travel Tales

Travel Stories From Award-Winning Women Writers

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we went back in the AFAR archives to honor some of our best storytellers.

March 6, 2020 05:30 PM

A two-story restaurant in La Villa, Italy in the snow with wooden picnic tables outside and people in winter gear milling about

Winter Sports

5 Beautiful Italian Mountain Villages to Visit Before the Winter Olympics Crowds Arrive

In less than a year, the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympics will kick off in the Italian Dolomites. These are the idyllic mountain towns playing host to international winter sporting events.

March 12, 2025 07:02 PM

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Anna Fiorentino

Park City, Utah is an excellent destination to ski and apres-ski.

Winter Sports

11 U.S. Ski Resorts Every Skier Needs to Experience

With world-famous runs, top-notch facilities, and sustainability efforts that make a difference, these are the ski destinations to put on your list this season.

December 9, 2024 01:39 PM

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Frederick Reimers

Tips + News

10 Biggest Travel Stories of the Past 10 Years

Ahead of 2020, we look back at what has shaped travel in the past 10 years.

December 16, 2019 04:27 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Hiking + Cycling

Hiking Trail Reopens in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Following Last Year’s Eruption

Nearly one year after the historic caldera collapse, most of the popular Kilauea Iki Trail has been repaired and is now open to the public.

April 26, 2019 01:49 PM

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Sarah Buder

Parisians and tourists enjoy food and drinks outside at a cafe in Paris with a navy blue exterior

Loyalty + Rewards

Why the American Express Gold Card Is Perfect for Food-Loving Travelers

If you frequently spend money at restaurants and on flights, this credit card is one of the best for you.

December 12, 2023 09:11 AM

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Paul Rubio

Books

Mindful Travel Is Easier Than You Think. An Expert Shares Her Tips.

Traveler, look away from the screen. Sara Clemence, author of Away & Aware: A Field Guide to Mindful Travel, is here to help you re-engage with the world on your next trip.

February 14, 2018 01:34 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

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