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Skip your usual summer vacation plans with these destinations.

From a shipping container in Portland, Maine, to the world’s largest indie bookstore in Portland, Oregon, these are Afar staffers’ favorite bookshops.

Don’t let the city overwhelm you—use this local-created guide to find the best neighborhoods, shops, and food.

Consider these diminutive, historic towns for your next trip.

Delight the travel lover in your life—and feel good about your holiday shopping this year—with these 23 gift ideas from small businesses around the world.

What to eat, see, and do in Utrecht, the Netherlands’ artsy second city.

Whether you love the idea of sailing past dozens of castles and forts or are eager to explore one of Europe’s more underrated wine regions, there’s a Rhine River cruise for you.

From vintage and thrift shops to independent boutiques, support small businesses when you shop off the beaten path in Pasadena. Plus, where to eat.

Drawing from the collections of museums all over the world, Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum is about to unveil an unprecedented exhibition of the Dutch baroque artist’s paintings.

Here’s what to do, eat, and see in this tiny San Francisco neighborhood.

With creepy doll heads in San Antonio and murder-cabin vibes in Louisville, these horror bookshops are worth traveling for.

Explore the best of the city and get a true taste of LA culture and cuisine

In the new era of credit card lounge wars, American Express is the latest to up the ante by expanding its global lounge network, plus a big food and beverage push at its U.S. Centurion lounges.

Gingerbread and mulled wine, artisan crafts, and festive lights—there’s a wonderful way to be delivered directly to Europe’s enchanting holiday markets in comfort and style.

These are the best bottles, accessories, and trips to give wine lovers this year.