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Health + Wellness

How to Think Like an Introvert

It’s an introvert’s world, and we’re living in it right now.

March 24, 2020 02:58 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Tips + News

No, the Kincade Fire Didn’t Level Sonoma County. So Go Visit.

In the aftermath of the fire that ravaged part of Sonoma County in October, a local journalist shares how travelers can best help the region.

November 11, 2019 07:12 PM

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Matt Villano

Tips + News

A New Biometrics Test Aims to Uncover Your True Travel Desires

Le Club AccorHotels’ “Seeker” project says it’ll let your heart—and brain waves—decide what your next trip should be. But does it actually work? We tested it to find out.

July 3, 2018 12:55 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Style + Design

Everlane’s Sustainable Swimwear Is on Sale for as Low as $15 Right Now

Select items and colors in this collection—all made with 82 percent regenerated nylon from recycled plastic—are marked down up to 50 percent.

July 19, 2021 05:57 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

History + Culture

Palaces, Castles, and Cottages: “Downton Abbey” Filming Locations You Can Visit in England

It’s possible to explore the country like your favorite characters from the award-winning period drama series, among them fictional aristocrats Lady Mary and Lord Sinderby.

September 18, 2019 09:01 AM

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Lottie Gross

Epic Trips

Yes, You Can Help Save Endangered Species on Your Next Trip

If you’ve ever wanted to live out your childhood dream of being a marine biologist or even an archaeologist, try booking a trip with a research bent: it’s easier than you think.

August 9, 2018 05:03 PM

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Jeff Grossman

Indonesia

Overview

July 21, 2025 03:51 PM

Sustainable Travel

How to Plan Travel in a Climate-Changing World

Hurricanes, wildfires, extreme heat, flooding—travel in a climate-changing world can be overwhelming. Here are some tips for how to reduce the risks.

April 19, 2024 09:32 AM

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Michelle Baran

River Cruises

This Is Officially the Coolest Way to River Cruise

With silent discos, pub crawls, kayaking, and glamping under the stars, U River Cruises is the hip new kid on Europe’s inland waterways.

January 15, 2020 05:01 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Books

What’s in a Name? How One Traveler Went From Outsider to Local in Lesotho

When Will McGrath followed his wife, Ellen—a sociologist specializing in AIDS research—to Lesotho, he knew little about the African country. Less than a year later, he became Moshoeshoe.

September 18, 2018 04:36 PM

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Will McGrath

Air Travel News

TSA Is Testing Expanded Screenings for Tablets, Other Devices

Allow more time to get through security at these airports.

May 26, 2017 02:05 PM

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Matt Villano

Tips + News

You Can Now Book “Basic” Business Class

Dubai-based airline Emirates has just introduced a new fare type.

June 20, 2019 04:19 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Train Travel

There’s a Massive Sale on Some of Europe’s Most Popular Train Routes Right Now

Save up to 30 percent off everything from Eurail Global Passes to Eurostar tickets for last-minute summer travel, fall getaways, and beyond.

July 25, 2018 03:40 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

AFAR Advisor

Please Postpone, Don’t Cancel Your Trip—Keep the Travel Spark Alive

A virtual aperitivo with top travel industry leaders

March 19, 2020 11:48 AM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Hotels

6 Festive, Wintery Hotel Packages to Book Now

Whether it’s a staycation or a trip to a far destination, these hotels have activities to keep you (and your kids or travel buddies) busy during the winter season.

December 18, 2017 01:25 PM

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Samantha Juda

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