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The gifts that AFAR staffers have their fingers crossed for this season

A recently published report shows that U.S. workers are using more paid vacation days than they have in years, but still nowhere near as much as is possible. And they’re using only half of them to travel.

On the eve of America’s 250th birthday, contributing writer Latria Graham travels cross-country in the footsteps of explorers William Clark, Meriwether Lewis, and York, and confronts race, memory, and erasure.

A sun-seeking Californian discovers a whole new world of adventure travel in the snow.

After you’ve been vaccinated for COVID-19, is it safe to travel? Where will you be able to go, and what will be required of you? Experts answer these questions and more.

These under-the-radar national monuments are totally stunning, and they’re right in your backyard.

If you imagine that an expedition cruise requires bunking in an icebreaker, Silversea Expeditions will surprise you as its luxury ships explore the edges of the world.

Ready for travel, this tough inflatable sailing dinghy stows in two tidy duffel bags. Popeye sailor’s cap not included.

From home items to little-known European designers, these are goods that fashion editors seek out on their trips to London.

From hiking trails to beaches to bathrooms, Hong Kong is full of tranquil retreats, if you know where to look.

Marilyn Monroe’s star mints the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but if the star herself were still alive, would she be caught dead walking it?

The musician has taken a shine to Havana—and wants to show you around his favorite spots.

Newbies to the culture landscape feature everything from wine to design.

Leaving a tip in Europe is, of course, a whole different ballgame than in the United States. Here’s what you need to know about how to show your appreciation for good service in restaurants and hotels across the continent.