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Baby elephants and a mother play near a truck full of travelers at Chobe Game Lodge

Safari

Exploring the World of Wildlife Tourism

All the tools, pointers, and inspiration you need to plan your next ethical animal adventure.

June 11, 2022 05:51 PM

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Mae Hamilton

This guest room at Miramonti in the Dolomites features blond wood floors and views of the Dolomite mountain range.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 10 Best Hotels in the Dolomites

The Dolomites and their alpine charms are in the spotlight ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics—and these are the 10 best places to stay.

April 25, 2024 10:05 AM

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Erica Firpo

Douro Valley Vineyards River Rolling Hills Roam by Tauck

River Cruises

How a Douro River Cruise Brings the Vineyards to You

The MS Andorinha becomes a moving base camp for hiking, wine tasting, and exploring Portugal’s famed valley.

Sponsored by See Monterey

Fall 2025

Track Wolves, Dive Shipwrecks, Hunt for Truffles: 52 Epic Adventures in Every State

Your guide to adrenaline-pumping, wildlife-filled, off-the-beaten-path experiences across all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.

September 16, 2025 12:35 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

A man and two teenagers sitting in an airport lounge. the room has banquette seats, cedar wood paneling, and a round fireplace in the center

Air Travel News

Two Huge New Airport Lounges Are Now Open at SFO. Here’s What to Expect.

The Alaska Lounge and the Club SFO—the airport’s first Priority Pass-accessible lounge—are packed with amenities that nod to NorCal.

August 1, 2024 04:42 PM

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Bailey Berg

Restaurants + Cafés

The World Knows It for Theme Parks. But You Should Go to Orlando for Its Strip-Mall Food

From tonkotsu ramen to numbing Sichuan cuisine, immigrants are spreading Michelin-recommended flavor across the city.

February 6, 2026 03:30 PM

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Nikki Miller-Ka

Food + Drink

This Caribbean Food Festival Wasn’t Made for Tourists—and That’s Why It’s So Good

Held every Presidents’ Day weekend, St. Croix’s agricultural fair celebrates farming heritage with performances, rare foods, and a homecoming spirit.

January 30, 2026 09:26 AM

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Nikki Miller-Ka

Tourists visiting Kasimiye Medresesi in Mardin

Where to Travel Next

7 Essential Places to Visit While Traveling in Türkiye

Discover centuries of history, cave hotels, and some seriously good meze across the country.

April 11, 2023 06:28 PM

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Jenna Scatena

Videos

5 Tapas You Can Only Find in Barcelona [VIDEO]

Plus, how to eat them like a local.

September 30, 2023 05:39 PM

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Claudia Cardia

Two men riding on decorated white horses alongside motorbike taxis in front of the pink Hawa Mahal palace in Jaipur, India

After an escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan, this is the situation on the ground and what travelers should know.

May 19, 2025 06:44 PM

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Jasreen Mayal Khanna

In January, East Coasters can fly to Los Angeles for less than $200.

Air Travel News

January Flight Deals That Cost Less Than $200 Round Trip

Several big-name airlines are offering nonstop flights between U.S. cities like New York and Los Angeles.

November 30, 2022 06:01 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Cruise

Even If Your Family Has Never Been on a Cruise Before, This Might Be the No. 1 Reason to Consider It

Afar’s cruise writer, who has sailed on more than 170 ships, outlines the many ways in which cruises make travel easier and more enjoyable for a very specific group.

May 13, 2025 01:18 PM

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Fran Golden

Outdoor Adventure

5 Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit on Your Next Trip to Thailand

These five sanctuaries across Thailand offer tourists alternative ways to see elephants while providing the gentle giants a safe place to live.

April 25, 2022 03:20 PM

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Mae Hamilton

Tips + News

Albanian World Heritage Site Struggles Without Tourists

Residents of the UNESCO-protected city of Gjirokastra are calling for government help to keep their businesses afloat as pandemic pains linger.

March 1, 2021 12:47 PM

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Llazar Semini

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