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The iconic vodka-tomato juice cocktail can trace its origins back to Harry’s Bar in Paris in 1921. This week the bar is hosting centenary events to mark the cocktail’s landmark birthday.

December 15, 2021 03:32 PM

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Alex Turnbull

People eating seafood in a restaurant in Thessaloniki

In the Magazine

Where to Go, What to Eat, and Where to Stay in Greece’s Capital of Cool, Thessaloniki

With its unstoppably energetic spirit, Greece’s Thessaloniki is so much more than a “second city.”

September 28, 2023 10:10 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

A Park Hyatt Tokyo guestroom at night with an open window looking out over the city, a bed with white linens, and an arm chair and table at the window

Hotel News + Openings

Tokyo’s Iconic “Lost in Translation” Hotel Is Finally Reopening

Forever immortalized by Sofia Coppola’s indie sensation starring Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson, one of Japan’s most famous hotels is ready for its next chapter.

September 24, 2025 01:38 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

The Eiffel Tower's lights will now turn off an hour earlier.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Eiffel Tower Lights Will Be Turned Off Early to Conserve Energy

The move is due to an energy crisis in Europe.

September 14, 2022 01:43 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Thebe Magugu in his namesake suite at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel. He sits on the terrace with palm trees in the background.

Hotels

The New and Renovated Cape Town Hotels I’m Telling My Design-Loving Friends About

In South Africa’s “Mother City,” boldly designed openings are bringing color and creativity to the hotel scene.

June 8, 2026 05:42 PM

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Travis Levius

Cruise

Sail Alaska’s Coastline on a New Luxury Ship

Sail past glaciers, hike rugged trails, and spot whales along Alaska’s stunning Pacific coastline aboard a new ship built for immersive exploration.

Sponsored by Explora Journeys

A view of the palace and famous pyramid of Paris' Louvre museum.

Museums + Galleries

The Louvre Announces 30,000 Daily Visitor Limit in Response to Huge Crowds

After decades of being overloved and overrun by visitors, the famed Parisian museum is implementing a waitlist to reduce daily attendance by a third.

January 10, 2023 05:42 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Hiking + Cycling

14 Epic Hikes in the U.S.—From California’s Lost Coast to a Northeast Trek Longer Than the Appalachian Trail

With trails ranging from six miles to 4,800, here are some of the most incredible hikes the U.S. has on offer.

October 15, 2025 09:45 AM

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Jacqueline Kehoe

Cities We Love

The French Food City With Fewer Crowds and All of the Charm

It’s famous as the birthplace of Dijon mustard, but the capital of France’s Burgundy region offers travelers so much more.

December 26, 2019 09:38 AM

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Meredith Heil

Stay Here Next

This Luxurious New Hotel Just Opened in Costa Rica With a Treehouse Spa and Spectacular Views of the Pacific

Occupying a peaceful corner of Costa Rica’s biodiverse Peninsula Papagayo, the new Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, lets travelers commune deeply with nature and local culture.

April 3, 2025 01:32 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

The lounge space on the Orient Express La Dolce Vita, featuring curvy benches and an espresso bar

The first photos of the 1960s-inspired, luxurious railcars have been released—along with details on how to score a coveted spot aboard the La Dolce Vita train in Italy.

March 19, 2024 06:20 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Rosewood Schloss Fuschl opens July 2024 and is located in a restored castle on Lake Fuschl in Austria.

Hotels

Hotel Watchlist: Summer Openings Smart Travelers Should Know About

Afar’s resident hotel expert shares the summer 2024 openings that are worth a special trip.

May 31, 2024 01:48 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

4 Days In

4 Days in New York City—How to Have the Perfect Long Weekend, According to Locals

Your ideal NYC itinerary includes renovated art museums, world-class shows, a French Japanese bakery, and a revolving restaurant.

July 17, 2025 01:47 PM

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Ellen Carpenter

Aerial shot of Azamara ship in Croatian port

Cruise News

This New 155-Night Cruise Visits All 7 Wonders of the World

Chichen Itza, the Christ the Redeemer statue, the Taj Mahal, Machu Picchu, the Colosseum, the Great Wall, and Petra are among the stops.

October 6, 2023 10:34 AM

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Bailey Berg

A sailboat among the barren and icy landscapes of eastern Greenland with a moonlit sky

Cruise

Want to See the Total Solar Eclipse in 2026? Book One of These Epic Cruises

The August 2026 total solar eclipse will pass above beautiful destinations such as Greenland, Iceland, Portugal, and Spain. These show-stopping sailings will take you there.

November 26, 2024 12:29 PM

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Bailey Berg

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