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Camping

8 Beautiful Places to Camp in Colorado

Make the most of Colorado’s gorgeous landscapes at these noteworthy campsites.

April 23, 2024 06:42 PM

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Bailey Berg

A selfie view of an outstretched hand holding a cup of hot chocolate covered in marshmallows and whipped cream at a ski spot.

Food + Drink

A Local’s Guide to Après Ski and Shopping in Park City, Utah

Where to enjoy the best of the Utah ski destination while supporting eco-friendly businesses, from coffee shops to vintage stores.

Sponsored by Visit Park City

Food writer and cookbook author Katie Parla drives a speedboat in Italy

Food + Drink

Cookbook Author Katie Parla May Never Leave Italy

The Rome-based culinary writer and guide is planning her travels around good food and her family’s history in Italy.

April 26, 2023 09:34 AM

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Kaitlin Menza

Videos

Can’t Miss Things to Do in Banff National Park [VIDEO]

Watch a video highlighting the best of Banff in the summer and winter.

March 28, 2022 11:40 AM

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Jessie Beck

Epic Trips

This Lesser-Visited South American Country Offers Unforgettable Wildlife Encounters

A burgeoning ecotourism scene is bringing new attention to Guyana’s rugged interior, known as the “Land of Giants” for its larger-than-life residents.

October 1, 2024 11:51 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

An aerial view of the Corinth Canal, a narrow waterway passing between limestone cliffs with a boat passing through it and some bushes on the sides

Cruise

For a Thrilling Cruise Experience, Book a Sailing Through This Underrated Canal in Greece

Added bonus: It offers a passage to harder-to-reach areas of Greece from the Mediterranean Sea.

July 18, 2024 06:49 PM

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Fran Golden

Italy Drops Health Pass Requirement for Entering Restaurants, Museums

Books

14 Books to Read if You’re Dreaming About Italy

Not that you need extra inspiration to go to Italy, but in case you do, here are 14 titles to give you the extra push toward la bella vita.

December 20, 2023 10:32 AM

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Sara Button

7 Famous Pilgrimages Around the World That You Can Walk or Cycle

History + Culture

8 Famous Pilgrimages Around the World That You Can Walk or Cycle

From a Norwegian shrine for a Viking king to the healing waters of mystical lagoons in Peru, these sacred paths will have you lacing up your boots and strapping on a pack.

April 30, 2024 11:36 AM

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Chris Ciolli

The New American Perimeter Trail Will Be the Longest Hiking Route in the U.S.

Hiking + Cycling

An Expert Hiker’s Guide to the 3 Most Legendary Trails in the U.S.

A record-breaking hiker offers insider tips on the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail.

April 16, 2024 05:29 PM

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Bailey Berg

An early autumn foliage scene of houses in Woodstock, Vermont mountains

Where to Travel Next

Celebrate Sweater Weather in These 11 New England Small Towns

Whether they’re on the shore or in the mountains, these small towns of New England are some of the prettiest in the USA, especially in the autumn.

September 4, 2025 10:19 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Travel Inspiration

Award-Winning Activist Grace Young’s Guide to Manhattan’s Chinatown

There’s no place on Earth that Grace Young loves more than Manhattan’s Chinatown—here’s her guide to the iconic neighborhood.

September 13, 2022 03:42 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Nendaz boasts epic views of the Rhone Valley and is a great place to bring the whole family.

Where to Travel Next

The Family Getaway of Your Dreams Awaits in the Valais Region of Switzerland

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

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade

Hiking + Cycling

6 Great Hikes That Showcase Scotland’s Dramatic Scenery

Scotland’s scenic terrain is full of hiking opportunities for all levels, with rewarding views that have inspired folklore and famous poems.

July 3, 2022 08:51 PM

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Elizabeth Whitehead

Plan to lift your own luggage into the overhead compartment.

Air Travel News

Why Flight Attendants Don’t Help You with Your Bags

Flight attendants have a few very good reasons for not wanting to lift your heavy carry-on into the overhead bin.

May 18, 2023 09:16 AM

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Adam Wisniewski

Traditional Asian buildings by the water at sunset.

Where to Travel Next

The Most Exciting Places to Visit in Asia Right Now

These six destinations are some of Asia’s most exciting places as of late.

October 7, 2024 03:46 PM

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Anna Mazurek

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