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6 Dream Hikes in the United States (and How to Score the Permits)

Sometimes the hardest part of a hike is obtaining the permit, but the crowd-free experience in these pristine destinations is worth the effort.

March 20, 2024 04:18 PM

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Anna Mazurek

U.S. Beaches

The 10 Best Beaches in Maui—and Where to Stay

With sugary sands, turquoise waters, coral reefs, surf breaks, and more, Maui’s best beaches offer something for everyone.

March 20, 2024 11:32 AM

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Amanda Castleman

The carvings at SGang Gwaay Llanagaay are some of the totems visitors can see at Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site.

National Parks

8 Canadian National Parks to Visit for Stunning Views, Wildlife, and Indigenous Culture

Nothing solves a bad case of cabin fever like a national park, and Canada is in good supply.

March 14, 2024 03:20 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Boy Meets World: Two Unlikely Hikers Tackle a Classic New Zealand Trek

In the Magazine

In New Zealand, a Father and His Autistic Son Tackle an Epic Trek

The South Island’s Routeburn Track is one of the great trails in New Zealand. Two unlikely hikers head out to see what they find.

March 12, 2024 01:07 PM

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Chris Woolston

An overhead shot of a woman bathing in a hot tub surrounded by plants

Natural Wonders

14 Hot Springs Worth Traveling For

These natural healing waters also happen to be in some of the most beautiful places on earth.

March 08, 2024 10:12 AM

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Maggie Fuller

10 Must-Visit Historical Places Around the World

History + Culture

12 Must-Visit Historical Sites Around the World

If you’ll travel far and wide to be awed by a UNESCO World Heritage site, make sure you have these major attractions on your list.

March 07, 2024 08:22 AM

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Casey Hatfield-Chiotti

View of cliffside buildings in Positano on Italy's Amalfi coast during the early morning sunrise

Air Travel News

An Airport Is Reopening in One of Italy’s Most Beloved Destinations

After being closed since 2016, the Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is being reborn as a commercial hub for the Amalfi Coast.

March 06, 2024 05:37 PM

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Erica Firpo

Art + Culture

The 15 Films That Inspired Us to Travel

Get ready for some major silver screen wanderlust.

March 06, 2024 01:40 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Dublin, Ireland - July 12 2014: people in St Stephen's Green, park with original Victorian layout

Where to Travel Next

4 Days in Dublin: Locals Reveal The Best Way to Spend a Weekend in the Irish Capital

Learn about the Irish capital’s place in literary history, taste rare whiskey at the source, and take in the brisk sea air along a meandering coastal trail.

March 06, 2024 08:54 AM

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Yvonne Gordon

View of Kauai's Na Pali Coast as seen from the Kalalau Trail.

Hotels

10 Airbnb Stays Near Spectacular Hiking Trails

Lace up your hiking boots: These vacation rentals are perfectly situated for adventurers who love to explore on foot.

March 05, 2024 02:49 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Travel for Good

In A Lesser-Known Part of Patagonia, Tourism is Helping Keep the Coastline Wild

In coastal Argentina, a new conservation model combines rewilding and tourism to protect an untouched and very special place.

March 01, 2024 02:54 PM

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Tim Chester

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Want to Work From Anywhere? Here Are 9 Places We Can Personally Recommend.

AFAR’s own remote workers and digital nomads share their picks for where to plan a remote work trip, both abroad and in the USA.

February 29, 2024 01:50 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

A geological wonder bounded by the French Alps to the north and the Mediterranea Sea to the south, the Côte d'Azur—often known in English as the French Riviera—stretches from the Italian border to urban Toulon. Beaches, quaint fishing ports, and opulent architecture line the coast. The mention anywhere in the world of Nice, Cannes, Monte Carlo, St. Tropez, Antibes, or Juan les Pins evokes glamour and a sense of nostalgia. Coastal towns are strung along a chain of dramatic hills peppered with vineyards and olive groves. The pristine mountains, too, have ancient villages and wandering roads to explore.

Where to Go in Spring

10 Best Places to Visit in May

Beat the crowds of summer travel with a trip to these destinations.

February 27, 2024 04:30 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Outdoor Adventure

The 17 Best Things to Do in Colorado

With everything from jagged peaks and rushing rivers to hot springs, geological wonders, and a dark sky park, Colorado promises endless adventure.

February 26, 2024 12:31 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Destination Spotlight

Beyond the Beach: The 9 Best Things to Do in Curaçao

Reach beyond the beach and soak up local food, art, culture, and more.

February 21, 2024 06:36 PM

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Tracy E. Hopkins

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