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Islands in the Caribbean and the Pacific get all the love. But you can find equally appealing islands—rich in history and adventure, but low in crowds—in the waters off of Europe and West Africa. Here’s where to dive in.

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

The tips, tricks, and rules you need to learn before your next European road trip.

All major U.S. airlines require face masks, some are blocking middle seats, and they have all committed to enhanced cleaning measures. But with planes getting more crowded, are there added precautions travelers should take?

The sounds, sights, and sensations that make up the artistic fabric of The Holy City have centuries-old roots in the African American communities there. Here are some of the stars making it the cultural hot spot it is today.

Think all-inclusives are all watered-down margaritas and crowded pools? Think again.

The move is one that “signals optimism about travel to the region in 2026 and beyond,” observes Afar contributor Laura Dannen Redman, who recently traveled to the Middle East.

AFAR Ambassador John Newton shares his journey beyond the Arctic Circle with Quark Expeditions

What can we learn from retracing the steps of the 1965 civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama? One traveler laces up his boots.

These sites offer starry skies, pristine deserts, and tales of our multicultural history—and they’re all close to some of the nation’s biggest cities.

Each spring, the Faroe Islands closes major sites, giving access only to select volunteers doing maintenance projects. With thousands applying to participate, the program has become harder to get into than Harvard.

These remote beaches across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland afford visitors a crowd-free day by the sea.

With foods as diverse as Norwegian flatbread, Hmong spicy sausage, and local wild rice, Minnesotan cuisine offers a trip around the world.

Why Tahiti’s spectacular natural and cultural experiences are the ultimate way to embrace the slow travel movement

Moringa’s popularity has skyrocketed in the United States—but its health benefits have long been known globally. There’s something to be said for trying it at the source.