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A strenuous trek to Phantom Ranch—the only lodging on the base of the Grand Canyon—shows a different, less-crowded side of this world wonder. But you’ll have to work for it.

Oman is home to dozens of “wadis,” rocky river gorges with impossibly blue swimming holes. Here’s a guide to visiting them safely.

As more travelers took to the skies this year, these flight paths in the United States and globally saw the greatest numbers of passengers.

The skies above Florida’s Space Coast are busy, but there’s a lot happening on Earth here, too.

Afar’s picks for the 25 best new hotels in the world.

The award-winning chef, cookbook author, and TV personality shares the importance of empathy and intention behind opening in predominantly Black destinations.

Late fall brings one final burst of color to the Ozarks, where scenic drives reveal forests blazing gold and orange, charming mountain towns, and idyllic trails—with surprisingly few crowds.

These design-driven museums and hotels—plus a library, airport, and aquarium—are practically works of art.

For some adventurous travelers, going everywhere is not enough.

There are more hotel rating systems than ever before. Here’s a primer on what they are—and what they mean.

Conservation International and Pew Charitable Trusts are teaming up to protect 7 million square miles of ocean. There are many ways travelers can join the effort to preserve oceans as well.

Solo travel may sound isolating. For one AFAR editor, it’s been a great tool to find friends and discover new passions.

Lions, elephants, and zebras are great, but you don’t have to go on safari to fall in love with these less-visited parklands in countries across the continent.

Two lanes, five days, nine tunnels, and endless diversions on this scenic drive through Virginia and North Carolina.

Afar editors share the 2025 hotel stays they didn’t want to leave—and would happily return to.