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The United States was once home to more than 46,000 plantations. Today, many properties remain across the American South. What should travelers consider before—and during—a visit?

A longtime solo traveler takes her first postpandemic trip—and wonders if there’s truly such a thing as traveling alone anymore.

If the idea of gliding down a mountain among crowds doesn’t appeal to you, you’re not alone.

Exploring locations that provide the stunning backdrop to stories written and created in—or inspired by—Scotland adds up to an illuminating, unforgettable trip.

With new flights, an emerging culinary scene, and a wide range of activities that go well beyond the surf, this under-the-radar beach town is a California getaway worth planning a trip around.

As tourism dries up, commercial camps and sanctuaries in Thailand don’t have the funds to care for their elephants and are sending the animals back home to villages in the northern part of the country.

Travelers flocking to this popular New Orleans art destination are as mesmerized by the art as they are the man behind the work.

A few exemptions will be allowed, since completely closing the border would cause severe damage to both the highly integrated U.S. and Canadian economies.

Smaller ships can sail into undertouristed ports that larger ships cannot access, and often provide more space, better service, and greater freedom and flexibility to see truly remote corners of the world. Here are some of our favorites.

Fish all year in the angler’s paradise of Virginia Beach with tips from Afar and learn from Jim Root, host of the new travel show, “Just Landed.”

From the most cost-effective international cellphone plans, to Wi-Fi-enabled apps, hot spots, and eSIM cards, use these money-saving tips to stay connected while abroad.

From European cruises along the Seine, Danube, Rhine, and Rhône, to adventurous explorations of the Nile, Magdalena, and Amazon, these are the best river cruises around the world to book in 2025.

An AFAR writer and winter sports enthusiast discovers unparalleled adventure when going off-piste in Engelberg.

The country is a dream destination for outdoor adventurers, with trails that run along cerulean coastlines and through dense, mossy forests.

As the city forges a new identity, four tastemakers explain what a revitalized Detroit means to them—and what it can offer visitors.