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Storybook castles, leafy country retreats in deep Provence, and contemporary palaces—France’s new hotels mix new and old.

October 20, 2021 06:15 PM

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Lanie Goodman

Point Reyes Station is a favorite among Bay Area locals.

U.S. Beaches

The Most Charming Beach Towns in the United States

These Afar editor–approved recommendations include spots on the East and West Coasts.

June 25, 2024 08:54 AM

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Staff

Post sunset from Ala Moana Beach Park west of Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii.

O‘ahu native Heather Sanchez knows the island’s quieter spots—and was willing to share them with us.

August 5, 2022 06:27 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

An overhead shot of a table filled with Korean food, including steak, fried chicken, pickles, cocktails, and pizza

Food + Drink

Calgary’s Restaurant and Bar Scene Is Booming—Here’s Where to Eat and Drink Right Now

The third-largest city in Canada is moving beyond “meat and potatoes” with a forward-thinking restaurant and bar scene that’s among the most exciting in the nation.

November 19, 2025 12:41 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

The beach club at Palazzo Avino has a garden that faces the sea with striped red and white chairs, flowers, and trees.

Hotels

Two Women Hoteliers on The Amalfi Coast Turned This Hotel Into a Design Haven

Sisters Mariella and Attilia Avino, the hoteliers behind Palazzo Avino in Ravello, Italy, share the ways their hotel showcases Italian hospitality and design.

June 20, 2024 02:11 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Two ceramic skulls displayed on a Dia de los Muertos altar.

Festivals + Events

This Vibrant Holiday Is Not the Mexican Version of Halloween. Here’s When and Where to Celebrate It in Mexico.

Taking place over two colorful days in November, Día de los Muertos is a vibrant festival held in memory of passed loved ones.

October 8, 2025 10:02 AM

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Sarah Buder

Tips + News

A Floating Oasis Called “Little Island” Is Now Open on NYC’s Waterfront

Situated on the Hudson River along Manhattan’s west side, the 2.4-acre park opened to the public on May 21.

May 25, 2021 02:15 PM

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Sarah Buder

An illuminated black sign at the airport with most yellow letters reads "Real ID Are You Ready?"

Air Travel News

Still Don’t Have a Real ID? You’ll Need to Pay a Fee to Get Through the Airport Starting in February

TSA is launching a new ConfirmID process on February 1, 2026, for fliers who show up at the airport without proper identification. Here’s what to know and how much it will cost.

January 28, 2026 01:25 PM

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Bailey Berg

Tips + News

Bali Is Reopening to International Travelers in September

The Indonesian island started the process of gradually reopening shuttered places to locals and stranded foreigners on July 9, 2020.

July 9, 2020 04:14 PM

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Firdia Lisnawati

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

COVID + Travel

Canada to Open to Fully Vaccinated Americans on August 9

The Canadian government will waive the 14-day quarantine requirement for eligible travelers.

July 19, 2021 03:38 PM

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Rob Gillies

Hotels

These 5 Hotels Aim to Make Solo Travel Easier

Traveling alone? More hotels are helping solo travelers make connections, stay safe, and have big adventures.

August 28, 2024 03:01 PM

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Alexandra Cheney

a white curved modern building beneath a blue sky

Style + Design

Zaha Hadid Was an Architectural Visionary. Here’s Where to Find Her Most Iconic Buildings.

Futuristic designs by the late architect, “the Queen of the Curve,” are some of the world’s most celebrated structures.

September 9, 2025 04:07 AM

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Sarah Buder

Want the best gelato-filled brioche in Sicily? Head to Letojanni.

Destination Spotlight

I Live in Rome. Here’s Where I Go When I Want an Italian Beach Getaway Like No Other

Whether you want chic-with-shopping or hidden and tranquil, there’s a sublime Italian beach town for every need.

September 8, 2025 08:56 PM

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Erica Firpo

The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore Republic Bar

AFAR Advisor

These Are the Best Cities for Food Lovers—Here’s Where to Stay When You Get There

From Tokyo to Paris, these hotels place you close to the finest restaurants in the world.

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