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Why You Should Visit Paris in the Winter

Even when it’s cold and rainy, Paris is still Paris—here’s how to make the most out of an off-season visit.

January 31, 2022 12:11 PM

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Sarika Bansal

Hotel News + Openings

Dubai Will Add Two More Man-Made Islands

They’ll be home to family-friendly resorts, the Middle East’s first Cirque du Soleil show, and a marine park.

May 19, 2017 04:26 PM

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Matt Villano

Outdoor Adventure

Cloud Forest Hikes, Night Kayaking, Rare Parrot-Spotting, and More in Puerto Rico’s Great Outdoors

With mountains, rainforest, and the Caribbean Sea—including after-hours bioluminescent bays—there’s so much more to do in Puerto Rico beyond sunbathing.

Sponsored by Discover Puerto Rico

Tips + News

Airbnb Wants to Send You on a Sabbatical to the Bahamas

Interested in moving to the islands for two months? Here’s how to sign up.

January 28, 2020 12:01 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Culture

What It Means to Be American

Author Abdi Nor Iftin on gaining U.S. citizenship, writing his memoir “Call Me American,” and what he misses most about Somalia.

October 27, 2020 02:48 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

In the Magazine

Where to Go in 2024

The 25 most exciting places around the world to visit next

November 28, 2023 02:00 PM

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Tim Chester

The endangered blue iguanas are among the many unique things you can experience on the Cayman Islands.

History + Culture

From Subterranean Caverns to Dazzling Gardens, 8 Ways to Explore the Cayman Islands

Enjoy outdoor adventure, dazzling wildlife and gardens, and a glimpse into the history of Cayman democracy.

September 20, 2022 11:35 AM

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Alyssa Schwartz

From the Editor

How Travel Can Help Us Find What We Love

AFAR’s Editor in Chief Julia Cosgrove shares the importance of traveling to discover and cultivate your passions—be it adventure, wellness, or (in her case) cheese.

June 17, 2019 05:18 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

Spring 2026

Far From the Crowds, Japan’s Noto Peninsula Is a Dream for Seafood and Sake Devotees

One writer visits the Noto Peninsula a year after the region’s earthquake and finds an enduring bounty of food and craft.

April 24, 2026 08:19 AM

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Ryan Knighton

The accommodations at Nayara Tented Camp face Costa Rica's Arenal volcano.

Hotels We Love

13 Standout Luxury Resorts in Costa Rica, From Jungle Hideaways to Beach Retreats

From beaches to jungles, these Costa Rica resorts immerse travelers in the country’s most picturesque natural settings.

April 20, 2026 02:27 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

The new American Express Centurion Lounge at Atlanta Airport

Air Travel News

A Guide to Every AmEx Centurion Airport Lounge in the United States

Here’s the scoop on all 16 American Express Centurion Lounges in airports across the country—including where to find them, and what food, beverages, and services they offer.

February 17, 2026 05:41 PM

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Paul Rubio

Where to Go in Spring

10 Best Places to Travel in April

Hit a reopened California highway, chase dark skies in Arkansas, and toast the grape harvest in Chile this April.

February 11, 2026 10:25 AM

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Mark Ellwood

Beaches

Which French Polynesian Island Should You Visit?

French Polynesia encompasses 118 islands and atolls scattered across five different archipelagoes. Here are five to consider for your first or next trip.

February 1, 2022 03:28 PM

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Alesandra Dubin

Expedition Cruises

These New Luxury Cruises Are for True Explorers

The experiential travel niche is being transformed by a wave of new expedition vessels that are as luxurious and amenity filled as they are primed for exploring.

January 14, 2020 02:46 PM

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Gene Sloan

Art Stars, High-Altitude Wines, and a Remote National Park: The Ultimate Colorado Road Trip

Road Trips

This Weeklong Colorado Road Trip Winds Through Lesser-Known Natural Wonders and Charming Small Towns

Who doesn’t love artistic havens, high-altitude wines, and a remote national park?

September 29, 2023 11:40 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

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