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Beaches

A Pro Surfer Weighs in on the Ultimate Beach Vacation in Puerto Rico

We checked in with Otto Flores to get his take on this prime beach destination and where to go. Here are his top tips for enjoying the warm waters and fine sand, from coast to coast.

Sponsored by Visit Myrtle Beach

Colorful palaces on a green forested hillside overlooking a harbor with clear water and sailboats

Trains

You Can Soon Take the Glamorous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Train to the Italian Riviera

The train’s newest itinerary includes a stay at Belmond’s palatial Splendido hotel in Portofino.

December 28, 2023 12:18 PM

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Bailey Berg

The entryway to the opulent grand Zwinger museum complex in Dresden, Germany

History + Culture

The Rich Heritage in This German Region Makes It a Must-Visit on Your Next Europe Holiday

Descend into ancient mine shafts, visit skilled woodcarvers, soar to the top of eastern Germany’s highest mountain, and soak up the charm of historic towns.

Sponsored by Hilton and the German National Tourist Board

Ditch the car and see this year's fall foliage by rail.

Outdoor Adventure

Going Car-Free Is the Best Way to See Fall Foliage

Love fall foliage, but hate the crowds? I’m going to let you in on an open secret among New Englanders.

September 4, 2024 06:45 PM

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Miles Howard

Tips + News

Thousands of Tourists Ordered to Evacuate From Areas Affected by Australia Wildfires

Fires are burning on the southern coast of New South Wales and in eastern Victoria, as well as parts of Western Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania.

January 3, 2020 01:02 PM

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Shonal Ganguly

Sustainable Travel

Electric Boats Are Coming Sooner Than You Think

From Buenos Aires to Belfast to Bangkok, newly electrified ferries and tour boats (and even a few cruise ships) are changing the way we set sail.

May 14, 2024 05:31 PM

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Elissa Garay

The National Exchange Hotel was built more than 150 years ago.

Stay Here Next

Stay Here Next: The National Exchange Hotel in Nevada City, California

After an extensive three-year renovation, a historic hotel in Northern California’s gold country welcomes a new generation of guests.

February 8, 2023 03:32 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

Epic Trips

10 Amazing Trips We Would Take Again

AFAR’s partnership with the United States Tour Operators Association has led to some unforgettable travel moments. Here are 10 of the amazing journeys.

September 3, 2020 04:39 PM

The Presidential Suite at the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze has frescoed ceilings and a private terrace

Hotels We Love

These Are the 12 Best Hotels in Florence

Set in storied villas, quiet gardens, and stylish palazzi, these Florence hotels offer a more intimate take on the city’s Renaissance heart.

June 19, 2025 09:38 AM

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Laura Rysman

A white building tucked into a dramatic, steep cliffside lined with rocks and trees in Fonzaso, Italy

The new hiking paths include a 105-mile journey through the Dolomites in Italy and the world’s longest circular route in Portugal.

August 12, 2024 06:20 PM

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Bailey Berg

Cruise

How to Deal With Seasickness on a Cruise

AFAR’s special cruise correspondent has been on dozens of cruises in her life. Despite being prone to seasickness, she has mostly avoided it with these remedies.

July 18, 2022 10:57 PM

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Fran Golden

Hiking + Cycling

7 Incredible Hikes in Australia

Hike through a subtropical rain forest by day, drink great wine in a luxury lodge by night on a Great Walk of Australia.

February 3, 2021 05:15 PM

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Celeste Mitchell

Tips + News

Paris Is Testing a New Bubble-Shaped Water Taxi

The eco-friendly hydrofoil dubbed “Seabubbles” is still in early stages, but if approved, it could start operating in Paris as early as 2020.

September 18, 2019 03:40 PM

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