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These luxurious, intimate ships and itineraries are AFAR’s top picks for exploring the region.

From perfume blending in Napa to a private hammam in Marrakech, these luxury stays allow you to experience more.

Locals recommend neighborhoods, antique book stalls, gallery-like designer shops, and—most importantly—towers of pastries, seafood, and natural wine.

In October 2023, the price of a Japan Rail Pass will increase by roughly 70 percent.

Though Taos is known for its famous ski valley and fluffy powder, there’s plenty to do in this charming Southwest mountain town that doesn’t have to involve a single snowflake.

Located between the small towns of Glen Ellen and Kenwood in Sonoma County, Beltane Ranch was a weekend retreat built in the 1890s for Mary Ellen Pleasant, a Black entrepreneur based in San Francisco.

Highlights for 2024 include Jeremy Strong in an Ibsen drama and a new offering from James Beard–winning chef Andrew Carmellini.

Six airport terminals in the United States, Europe, and Asia were among those selected in the 2025 Prix Versailles international architecture competition. Not only are these hubs gorgeous, they incorporate innovative eco-conscious design elements, too.

While most people know about pho, there are plenty of other delicious eats in Vietnam.

Marine life is as vibrant as overland life.

In Telluride, Colorado, summer brings wine, art, and live music to the San Juan Mountains.

Vaccinated or not, U.S. travelers no longer need to quarantine or take a COVID-tested flight for travel to Italy.

A new pilot program allows passengers to upload health data such as COVID test results—which could ultimately help facilitate the reopening of borders.

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

Alaska Airlines plans to launch the program in late 2022.