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The willows and aspen of California's June Lake Loop provide just one the state's many autumnal hues.

Think New England Is the Only Place for Fall Foliage? Try California

We’re not knocking the Northeast’s fall colors—but the third-largest state has some prime places for vibrant leaves as well.

October 2, 2023 12:13 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Off The Tourist Trail

How to Experience Peru—and Even Machu Picchu—Without the Crowds

Explore lesser-known ruins, meet the people of the valleys, and skip the lines in Lima.

October 16, 2024 04:14 PM

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Tim Chester

Road Trips

7 Coastal U.S. Road Trips With Incredible Views

Skip the views of seemingly endless interstate for an inspiring expanse of blue.

June 17, 2025 01:52 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Multicolored houses on the hillside by the ocean

Outdoor Adventure

Visit One of Italy’s Most Beautiful and Beloved Spots—Without the Crowds

How one Afar editor managed to find seclusion in Cinque Terre.

June 17, 2025 01:00 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

Hotels

Celebrating Black-Owned Hotels in Africa, One Instagram at a Time

Since 2018, the account “Sleep in Africa” has been profiling Black-owned hotels and accommodations across the continent.

February 11, 2022 02:50 PM

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Mazuba Kapambwe

Solo Travel

Why You Can (and Should) Take a Serengeti Safari Alone

Safaris aren’t just for honeymooners. In fact, their mix of structured itineraries and communal dining is great for individual travelers.

June 12, 2018 08:13 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Art + Culture

The Star-Studded Return of New York’s Shakespeare in the Park—and 5 More Outdoor Theater Events Worth Seeing

Experience theater alongside a chorus of crickets and under a blanket of stars.

May 19, 2025 01:55 PM

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Ellen Carpenter

Hotel Saint Vincent is located in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans.

Hotels We Love

Beignets in the Lobby, Jazz in a Chapel, Poolside Cabanas: The Best Hotels in New Orleans

From a grand mansion to a buzzy social hub, these are the 12 hotels in New Orleans we’d book again and again.

December 30, 2025 08:12 AM

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Jenny Adams

Longreads

A Man, a Dog, a Walk Around the World

In 2015, Tom Turcich set out to circumnavigate the globe by foot. He has been walking ever since.

June 22, 2021 11:24 AM

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Ann Babe

Road Trips

I Took a Solo Road Trip for Months—8 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Went

Here’s some solid advice for taking a solo adventure on the road.

April 23, 2025 08:43 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Ocean Cruises

6 Best Japan Cruises for Every Type of Traveler

Drawn to Japan’s natural marvels or curious about its culture and cuisine? Whether you want to sail in luxury or with a locally owned boutique ship, there’s a perfect Japan cruise for you.

June 17, 2024 07:00 PM

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Fran Golden

In Defense of Lugging a Cast-Iron Skillet Into the Wilderness

Camping

In Defense of Lugging a Cast-Iron Skillet Into the vWilderness

Most hard-core campers go minimal with their backcountry camping cuisine, but one food-obsessed group goes all out for a wild feast that is both ridiculous and sublime.

July 17, 2019 06:05 PM

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Lauren Sloss

Epic Trips

Lavish African Safaris That’ll Give You Your Money’s Worth (and More)

These high-end safari experiences don’t skimp on luxury, yet come jam-packed with value.

June 4, 2018 05:39 PM

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Jane Broughton

Three people snowshowing towards snow-covered mountains, beneath a blue sky

Family Travel

10 Unexpected Family Travel Destinations Across the U.S. to Visit This Year

Ring in the nation’s 250th birthday with train rides, hikes, and museums, from Wyoming to Florida and beyond.

February 19, 2026 01:02 PM

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Tim Chester

Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, is located on a private peninsula in Mexico's Rivera Nayarit.

Stay Here Next

Cacao Ceremonies, Grilling Classes, and Artisan Crafts: This Beach Resort Goes Beyond Sun and Sand

At Susurros del Corazón in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, cultural experiences make a stay here one of a kind.

June 4, 2024 11:33 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

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