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A view of Villarrica Lake and a snow-covered moutain behind it in Pucón, Chile

Road Trips

Road Trip Through Chile’s Stunning Lake District

Hike volcanoes, soak in hot springs, and explore lakeside villages.

Sponsored by Sernatur Chile

Young people relaxing on the grass at Hampstead Heath

4 Days In

How to Have the Perfect Long Weekend in London, According to Locals

Your city itinerary includes hidden basement bars, wide-open parks, and secluded mews with appealing restaurants.

June 24, 2025 01:43 PM

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Emma John

Health + Wellness

This New Wellness Destination Will Let You Try Longevity Treatments and Help Restore Coral Reefs

Six leading international wellness groups are opening hotels at Amaala on Saudi Arabia’s northwestern coast.

January 7, 2026 01:12 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Northern lights in the sky of Fairbanks, Alaska

Astrotourism

The Most Beautiful Places to See the Northern Lights—Without Leaving the U.S.

You don’t need to go abroad to see the legendary light show that is the aurora borealis.

August 19, 2025 02:02 PM

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Bailey Berg

A pool at Baha Mar resort surrounded by cabanas and palm trees.

Loyalty + Rewards

I Paid for a $21,000 Trip Using Mostly Points and Miles. Here’s How You Can, Too.

AFAR’s points and miles expert took 10 family members to the Bahamas for his mom’s 75th birthday and only paid $3,000. Here’s how he covered the other $18,000.

February 27, 2024 02:24 PM

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Paul Rubio

4 Days In

4 Days in Dallas: Stetsons, Samurai Armor, and Seriously Good Tex-Mex

Come for the cowboy hats and stay for the frozen margaritas—one Dallas local maps out the perfect long weekend.

March 4, 2026 10:26 AM

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Jonathan Thompson

Rosewood Dix Little Bay in the British Virgin Islands.

Beaches

The Best British Virgin Island Resorts for Any Kind of Trip

Whether you’re looking for luxury, seclusion, or family-friendly fun, these BVI stays offer something for every kind of vacationer.

The news comes as Taiwan announced that it, too, could be dropping its quarantine requirement in mid-October.

September 26, 2022 06:13 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Dubrovnik Old Town and the City Walls at sunrise, from Fort Lovrijenac (St. Lawrence Fort), Dubrovnik, Dalmatian Coast, Adriatic, Croatia, Europe

Cities We Love

Dubrovnik Without the Crowds—Even During High Season

A recent five-day trip to Dubrovnik and its surrounding area had it all: boating, beaches, amazing food and wine, and historic villas to call home.

September 16, 2022 10:46 PM

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Joe Diaz

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe offers ski-in, ski-out access to the slopes in the winter.

Hotels

5 Amazing Lake Tahoe Hotels for Every Season

From lakeside lounging to mountaintop shredding, Tahoe has a retreat for any time of year.

March 30, 2023 06:53 PM

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Alexandra Cheney

Travel Tips + Etiquette

What It’s Like to Travel in China Right Now—And How to Do It

Less stringent visa policies and a flurry of new hotels are strong incentives for U.S. travelers to visit the country. Here’s what to know.

May 22, 2025 03:37 PM

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Chris Schalkx

Holiday Travel

13 Travel Gifts Under $25

Stocking stuffers to check off all the travelers on your list.

November 4, 2024 12:16 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Piazza del Quadrilatero is now a multi-use complex in the heart of Milan's fashion district.

Hotels

This Restored Palazzo and Hotel in Milan Is a Destination Unto Itself

Some are saying Milan is entering a new golden era—and the new Portrait Milano hotel puts travelers in the center of it all.

May 12, 2023 06:58 AM

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Lindsey Tramuta

An outcropping of dense pine trees at Emerald Point at sunset in South Lake Tahoe, California

Outdoor Adventure

This California Destination is Perfect for All Types of Travelers

Enjoy fine dining, outdoor adventure, and spa days against one of the world’s most stunning backdrops on Lake Tahoe’s South Shore (which technically includes Nevada, too).

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