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7 Epic Mediterranean Festivals and the Best Places to Stay

From Costa del Sol’s Málaga Feria to Tuscany’s Mercantia, these palatial estates, romantic hideaways, and other fabulous onefinestay villas make the most of warm-weather celebrations.

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Museums + Galleries

Get Ready to Fall in Love With This Hip, Seaside City in Southern France

The best way to explore laid-back, many-cultured Marseille is by following your stomach. Trust us, this goes way beyond bouillabaisse.

May 17, 2019 02:47 PM

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Lauren Sloss

Beaches

The Best Beaches in Croatia, From Secret Islands to Movie Locations

Croatia has some of the top beaches in the world. Here’s how to figure out where to go, whether you’re looking for fun on the mainland or want to explore one of the many islands.

March 28, 2019 09:03 PM

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Anja Mutic

Packing Tips + Gear

The Toiletry Bags and Dopp Kits Our Editors Never Travel Without

Your toiletry bag probably goes on every trip you do, so it needs to be more than simply durable and practical—it should also look really good too.

May 28, 2021 03:11 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Hotels

You Can Surf and Stay at This Cutting-Edge Hotel in New York City

An award-winning hotel, an international clothing brand, and a local surf school have teamed up to let travelers experience NYC as never before.

July 5, 2017 04:34 PM

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Sarah Buder

Packing Tips + Gear

One Bag to Rule Them All: The New Backpack That Adapts to Your Travel Needs

Black Ember’s tough new Citadel pack offers an array of detachable straps, handles, and gear compartments.

May 14, 2018 05:01 PM

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Matthew Phenix

Health + Wellness

Planning the Perfect Honeymoon: Tips and Trends to Make Your Trip Unforgettable

AFAR and the Travel Siblings joined forces at The Bridal Council’s “We Said Yes” event to help couples with their travel planning.

June 29, 2018 11:54 AM

Off The Tourist Trail

Yes, You Can Actually Enjoy Italy Without the Crowds. Here’s How.

Enlist the help of local outfitters, stay at boutique hotels, and plan your trip in the off season.

June 18, 2024 01:27 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Loyalty + Rewards

Score Elite Status Automatically at Top Hotels With These Credit Cards

You can fast-track your way to elite status at Hilton, Kimpton, and Marriott hotels (and more) simply by being a cardmember.

January 27, 2022 05:05 PM

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Paul Rubio

Cities We Love

A Local’s Take on the Shanghai Neighborhoods You Need to Know Right Now

Beneath the cutting-edge surface of Shanghai lies a trove of fascinating history. As the city turns to that past to inform its future, a local weighs in on the hotspots across his hometown.

March 29, 2019 04:36 PM

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Nell McShane Wulfhart

Tips + News

Ian Schrager Could Change the Way We Cruise Post-Coronavirus

The legendary hotelier and Studio 54 cofounder was “playing around” with an idea back before the pandemic—and if anyone knows how to reinvent an industry, it’s Schrager.

April 27, 2020 07:41 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Air Travel News

Are Surgical Masks Safer Than Cloth Masks on Planes?

Several international carriers have recently banned cloth masks. Are they less protective than surgical masks? Infectious disease experts weigh in.

September 13, 2021 06:52 PM

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Barbara Peterson

The Influencer: Rachel Khong, Author

Where to go in San Francisco and Sonoma County, according to author Rachel Khong.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

Winter Sports

Mushing Mastered: 7 Lessons From a First-Time Dog Sledder

Dog sledding experiences are growing in popularity. Here’s what to keep in mind if you want to try mushing responsibly.

March 25, 2019 07:50 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

History + Culture

How Alabama’s New Memorial to Victims of Lynching Could Change America

Lawyer and activist Bryan Stevenson talks about opening the National Memorial to Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama, and why every American needs to experience it now.

July 30, 2018 04:55 PM

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Christine Ajudua

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