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Among the many ways Asheville stands out is for its welcoming spirit for all travelers. Discover accessible trails and natural beauty, forward-thinking businesses, efforts to support BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, and more.

From sustainable cars to smarter packing strategies, AFAR’s editors share the ways they’re going to travel differently—and better—in 2024.

As tensions mount in Europe’s popular port cities, observers weigh in on how cruise lines are adapting to create a more sustainable future that will benefit both passengers and locals alike.

With new ships being launched by ocean cruise line Celebrity and National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions, European river cruising is undergoing a fresh wave of expansion and reinvention. Will there be room enough for everyone?

A travel writer who’s been covering river cruises for years offers her top picks for families, foodies, solo travelers, wellness seekers, history lovers, and more.

Many of the latest additions—which include Viking-age ring fortresses and Latvia’s Old Town of Kuldīga—are worth building a trip around.

While the vast majority of carriers have dropped their mask requirements, there are still a handful of airlines that continue to mandate masks. Here’s a convenient list of the latest mask measures and recommendations for flights.

Now, more than ever, we want to deepen our appreciation of nature around the planet—but rather than just see and do, we want to serve and protect.

On Monday, Italy entered Phase 2 of its coronavirus lockdown allowing millions of Italians to venture out freely for the first time in nearly two months.

Starting in 2025, you will need advance approval and to pay a fee before entering Europe, as part of a new travel authorization requirement. Here’s a complete guide to how to apply, processing times, and the cost.

Canada opened to vaccinated Americans in August, and numerous European countries changed their entry requirements in September. Here’s the complete list.

In light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, cruise lines are steering away from Russian ports to alternate destinations in Estonia, Finland, Germany, and Sweden.

More than bratwurst and pretzels, delights like chocolate museums, UNESCO-recognized castles, and Roman ruins fill Germany to keep kids delighted on the ultimate family vacation.

Migrantour began in Turin, Italy, and now operates across Europe, offering travelers and residents a new perspective on multicultural cities.

And with the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the fall might not be much better.