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Travel From U.K. to the U.S. Now Requires Negative COVID Test

The move, which comes in the wake of a new coronavirus variant spreading rapidly in the U.K., marks the first time the U.S. is mandating testing for international arrivals.

January 5, 2021 03:24 PM

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Michelle Baran

Three women in white about to jump into the ocean beneath fireworks

Festivals + Events

New Year’s Traditions Around the World Go Way Beyond Fireworks—These Are the 15 Coolest

Zhuzh up your classic New Year’s Eve celebration with these fun customs from elsewhere.

December 15, 2025 04:27 AM

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Chris Ciolli

Seaside shot of a Greek Island with white-washed houses on a hill overlooking the sea.

Destination Spotlight

What’s the Next Hot Retirement Destination? Hint: It’s Rich in Sea Air, Healthy Living, and Ouzo

More and more Americans are choosing to enjoy their golden years in Greece.

October 23, 2025 11:25 AM

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Meagan Drillinger

The VIP Eiger Express welcomes guests with comfy, swiveling leather seats.

Where to Travel Next

Why “The Top of Europe” is the Stylish Adventure You Need

What it’s like basking in the beauty of the Jungfrau Region and Interlaken, according to one inveterate AFAR traveler.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade

Hiking + Cycling

These 6 Outdoorsy Groups Are Making Hiking More Inclusive

A new fleet of community-based organizations, such as Outdoor Afro and LatinX Hikers, are on a mission to make the outdoors accessible to all.

September 8, 2021 06:37 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Tips + News

Times Square Is Off-Limits New Year’s Eve—Except to Those Who Book This Airbnb

Airbnb just listed a once-in-a-lifetime rental underneath the Times Square Ball.

December 18, 2020 03:56 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

An aerial view of a small forested island on Lake Superior

Small Ship Cruises

Beautiful Beaches, Forested Boulders, Endless Lighthouses—the North American Cruise Destination Not to Miss

One of the most fascinating places to sail is right in our own backyard.

August 22, 2025 06:46 PM

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Jeri Clausing

The Dorchester's lobby features chandeliers and gilt corinthian columns.

Stay Here Next

This Iconic London Hotel Has Just Been Renovated—Here’s a Look Inside

The famed Hyde Park–adjacent hotel gets the modern refresh it deserves.

July 31, 2023 01:09 PM

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Heidi Mitchell

Art + Culture

This Tiny New England Island Is Filled With Literal Treasure—Here’s How to Find It

Search for coveted glass orbs on Block Island, and discover your new favorite getaway.

July 1, 2025 11:15 AM

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Stacey Leasca

Cities We Love

Charlotte, North Carolina Is Ready for Its Crowning Moment

The Queen City’s recent developments are making it a metropolis for brewmasters and bankers alike.

September 2, 2022 01:48 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

From cities like Riyadh (above) to vast desertscapes, it's now easier to see Saudi Arabia.

Cities We Love

3 Days in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Islamic faith and history mix with pop-up food concepts and Four Seasons in the kingdom’s capital city.

February 6, 2023 10:17 PM

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Diane Sooyeon Kang

A rocky island bordered by sandy beaches and turquoise water

History + Culture

18 Beautiful Greek Islands for Every Kind of Traveler

If choosing among the Cyclades, Ionian, and Dodecanese is like Greek to you, we can help. Read on to find the island paradise that suits your vacation personality.

June 10, 2024 08:54 AM

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Amanda Castleman

Flower Therapy: A Wine-Free Way to Relax in Sonoma Wine Country

Beer, Wine, + Spirits

These Flower Farms and Gardens Are a Wine-Free Way to Relax in Sonoma

What do you do when visiting wine country but you don’t want to start drinking at 9 a.m.? You visit flower farms.

March 22, 2022 06:19 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Hotels

4 Hotels, 4 Distinct Adventures in the Arabian Desert

In the Ashar Valley of AlUla, Saudi Arabia, Habitas and Banyan Tree there are different ways to be immersed in nature, be it a luxury villa or a retro Airstream.

July 30, 2024 09:00 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Spain is home to some bold and seriously tasty red wines.

Food + Drink

Exploring Catalonia’s Rich Wine History, One Sip at a Time

Just outside Barcelona, a wine trail leads to some of the country’s oldest and most impressive vineyards.

August 15, 2022 03:28 PM

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Kristin Braswell

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