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Road Trips

7 Coastal U.S. Road Trips With Incredible Views

Skip the views of seemingly endless interstate for an inspiring expanse of blue.

June 17, 2025 01:52 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best Underwater Cameras, According to Divers

Plus a few key accessories to take below the surface.

November 2, 2021 05:12 PM

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Adrienne Jordan

Food + Drink

Required Eating: 10 Meals Not to Miss in Aruba

Taste your way through Aruba’s diverse cuisine with stuffed cheese, conch stew, savory pastries, and more.

February 29, 2024 04:20 PM

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Susan Campbell

New Zealand's newly opened borders reveal a variety of stunning landscapes.

Where to Travel Next

6 Reasons to Book a Trip to New Zealand Now

There’s a lot going on, including new sea kayaking adventures, a home for Māori art, and a manuka honey meadery.

August 19, 2022 12:36 PM

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Tim Chester

An aerial view of Marine City and Gwangan Bridge, Busan, South Korea, 10 Oct 2024.

Winter 2025

This Underrated Asian City Is Home to Beaches, Bathhouses, and Rich History

Often bypassed in favor of shinier Seoul, the South Korean city of Busan—known for its beaches, bathhouses, and rich history—is a destination all its own.

January 6, 2025 02:04 PM

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Peggy Orenstein

AFAR Approved

I’m Obsessed With These Reusable Travel Bottles

As hotels ban mini shampoo bottles, a good travel-size option is more important than ever.

November 14, 2022 10:08 AM

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Maggie Fuller

Pensione America pool with green lounge chairs

Hotels We Love

A Tuscan Estate, a Food Lover’s Retreat in Modena: 17 Hotels in Italy That Let You Live Like an Italian

Italian hospitality is legendary; experience it like a local at these boutique and independently owned hotels. Many of them have been handed down from one generation to the next.

May 21, 2026 05:28 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Left: Gwangjang Market;right: Changdeokgung, royal palace in Seoul, Secret garden

Family Travel

Ancient Palaces, a Cat Café, and KPop Demon Hunters—the Perfect Family Travel Itinerary for South Korea

My kids wanted to go to Japan. We took them to South Korea instead—and our timing was “Golden.” Here’s our parent- and kid-approved itinerary for exploring Seoul and Jeju Island.

February 3, 2026 11:13 AM

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Michelle Baran

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

Love Gin? Try This Week-Long Tour of Scotland’s Best Distilleries

Get your fix of the drink and its history on a special tour through Scotland.

June 30, 2022 06:45 PM

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Katie MacLeod

Packing Tips + Gear

Save Oceans as You Shop These Sustainable Products Made From Recycled Waste

These innovative items aren’t just trendy—they’re eco-friendly too.

June 26, 2020 03:40 PM

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Sarah Buder

Beaches

Where to Find the Very Best Beaches in California

From San Francisco to San Diego, there’s a stretch of coast for you.

October 13, 2023 02:08 PM

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Michelle Konstantinovsky

International Beaches

8 Beautiful Black-Sand Beaches Around the World

These scenic black-sand beaches are worth planning a trip around.

April 7, 2025 02:53 PM

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Mariette Williams

Kauai spots like Kōke'e State Park are easier to explore in July, when the island receives less rain.

Outdoor Adventure

Reserve a Spot at These Stunning U.S. State Park Campgrounds Before It’s Too Late

These state park campsites rival the beauty of U.S. national parks.

April 15, 2024 07:12 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Where to Travel Next

Experience Untamed Beauty in the Costa Rican Rainforest

Immerse yourself in the stunning natural surroundings of Botánika Osa Peninsula, a new resort with a sustainably minded approach.

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