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You don’t have to get out of town to have rewarding encounters with nature. These green spaces offer ample opportunities to hike, walk, bike, glide or ride in the heart of the city.

Street festivals, hiking, authentic food markets, and the best spots for snorkeling—plus where to stay

From Boston to Bristol, the nation’s birthplace leads the charge in celebrating 250 years of American independence.

Afar’s team roamed wide in 2025. These were our favorite spots from a year of exploring.

Here’s how to get a taste of everything the city has to offer before the sun goes down over Santa Monica Boulevard.

These scenic black-sand beaches are worth planning a trip around.

Researchers and National Geographic photographers are teaching people how to take better photos, be more mindful, shift their focus, and enjoy vacations more.

Between the return of red-legged frogs and a particularly good waterfall season, this spring is the time to go to the fan-favorite national park.

Entrepreneur Sheila Kyarisiima explains how her new nine-room luxury hotel in Rwanda’s capital celebrates African artistry, reimagines hospitality, and encourages travelers to spend more time in Kigali.

From expansive national parks to lively cities, the Canadian province will keep you busy for days.

London, Lapland, and Tanzania are on the cards in 2024.

Don’t let the city overwhelm you—use this local-created guide to find the best neighborhoods, shops, and food.

Late fall brings one final burst of color to the Ozarks, where scenic drives reveal forests blazing gold and orange, charming mountain towns, and idyllic trails—with surprisingly few crowds.

The cave is a metaphor for everything that’s scary—and more tours are tackling that fear.

Here are compelling reasons to consider a trip to Japan in the winter.