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The Capital One branded lounge at Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

Capital One Expands Airport Lounge Network and Launches New Premier Collection

Capital One has gone all-in on travel with branded airport lounges and a new hotel collection program, elevating its premium Venture X Rewards credit card to one of the industry’s best.

February 15, 2023 02:35 PM

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Paul Rubio

Outdoor Adventure

7 Stunning Lakes and Rivers to Explore in Appalachia

Kayak, go whitewater rafting, and chase waterfalls through West Virginia this summer.

Sponsored by West Virginia Department of Tourism

FREIBURG IM BREISGAU, GERMANY - MAY 5, 2013: Old buildings on Munsterplatz, the central square of Freiburg, Baden-Wurttemberg

Where to Go in Spring

10 Places to Go in Spring Without the Peak Season Crowds

These places are perfect for a postwinter adventure.

February 25, 2026 11:45 AM

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Tanvi Chheda

Spring 2025

These Are the Best New Hotels of 2025

Afar’s picks for the 25 best new hotels in the world.

April 3, 2025 08:59 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Epic Trips

In Montana, an Adults-Only Tree House Adventure Awaits

At the green o, the new adults-only addition to the famed Resort at Paws Up, a wilderness retreat comes with a nine-course meal.

October 12, 2022 04:57 PM

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Paul Rubio

Destination Spotlight

The Best Things to Do in Minnesota

Home to more than 10,000 lakes, the North Star State also offers world-class museums, national and state parks, and plenty of great places to grab a drink.

August 30, 2024 11:27 AM

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Cinnamon Janzer

People sitting on a ski lift in Breckenridge, Colorado.

Winter Sports

Epic, Ikon, or Independent: How to Find the Best Multi-Resort Ski Pass

Find out whether Epic or Ikon is the ski pass for you—or if there’s an alternative you should consider.

December 16, 2022 04:43 PM

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Cindy Hirschfeld

In the heart of downtown Guerneville, Boon Eat + Drink's menu is delightfully fresh and colorful.

Restaurants + Cafés

This Outdoorsy California Destination Has an Unexpected Food Scene

Visitors come to California’s Russian River for sunshine and beaches, but the food scene is just as worthy a reason to plan a trip here.

August 2, 2024 02:32 PM

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Jennifer Maerz

Epic Trips

Why Georgia’s Coastal Magnificence Is the Epic Trip You Need Right Now

From farm-to-table cuisine to private islands and architectural gems, explore four seaside spots that take southern hospitality to new heights in the Peach State.

Sponsored by icebreaker

Loyalty + Rewards

I Was Doing Rewards Travel All Wrong—Until I Read This New Book From The Points Guy

Brian Kelly, aka The Points Guy, knows that navigating the points-and-miles ecosystem is no picnic. So he wrote a book—"How to Win at Travel”—to help us do just that.

February 26, 2025 08:58 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Art + Culture

This Tiny New England Island Is Filled With Literal Treasure—Here’s How to Find It

Search for coveted glass orbs on Block Island, and discover your new favorite getaway.

July 1, 2025 11:15 AM

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Stacey Leasca

A neat row of bottles of Sonoma-Cutrer wines along a brick wall outdoors in Sonoma County, California.

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

This California Wine Region is the Burgundy of the U.S.

Sonoma County brings a touch of France with renowned wineries, bistros, and boutique hotels.

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