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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

Visitors stand at the top of a mountain overlooking stunning fjords, islands, and a quaint village in the Lofoten archipelago. Couple hiking the Reinebringen mountain Lofoten Norway

Hiking + Cycling

21 Beautiful Hikes Around the World You Should Do in Your Lifetime

Some of these hikes are well known, some underrated. All are Afar tested and approved, bringing you closer to the Earth.

May 19, 2026 05:23 PM

Left: Hollywood, Florida in Miami beach area with cityscape of residential skyscrapers coastal buildings and above aerial view of bay Stranahan River; right: Aerial photo Miami Hard Rock Stadium University of Miami football

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Hack That Will Make World Cup Travel More Fun and Crowd-Free

Basing yourself near the actual soccer stadiums, not the marquee cities, will save time, lessen the crowds, and unlock local experiences.

February 11, 2026 01:23 PM

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Meredith Heil

Cities We Love

A Local’s Guide to San Diego for Cruise Ship Visitors

Find free orchestra performances and Michelin-quality food a short walk from the port.

September 25, 2024 06:34 PM

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Brent Crane

Outdoor Adventure

8 Festive National Parks for the Holidays, From Carols in a Cave to a First-Class Polar Express Train

From the Smokies to Hot Springs, celebrate the season with snowman scavenger hunts, sailing or skiing with Santa, and snowball competitions.

November 24, 2025 03:10 PM

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Matt Kirouac

Snow on the Catalina Mountains in Catalina State Park, Tucson Arizona

Outdoor Adventure

9 State Parks to Visit in Winter, Where You Can Snowshoe in a Ghost Town or Hike Above the Trees

Find peaceful escape in these underrated state parks, some of which are bigger than many national parks.

November 12, 2025 02:36 PM

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Matt Kirouac

Outdoor Adventure

Free-Diving in Turks and Caicos Taught Me to Breathe, Not Just Hold My Breath

On the world’s most serene beaches, learning to dive without oxygen tanks becomes a meditation underwater and above land.

November 6, 2025 12:29 PM

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Vanita Salisbury

The new Delta Sky Club at Salt Lake City International Airport with a central fireplace and seating that looks at out the surrounding mountains through floor-to-ceiling windows

Air Travel News

This Airport Just Opened Two New Lounges—One With an Outdoor Terrace and Another With an Immersive Video Room

Travelers flying out of the revamped Utah hub have a lot to look forward to.

October 29, 2025 07:16 PM

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Bailey Berg

A long leash tied to a dog up ahead on a hiking trail in Asheville.

Outdoor Adventure

5 Reasons Why Your Dog Wants to Visit Asheville

From hiking trails to dog-friendly restaurants and hotels, travel tips for dog parents on where to go and what to do in Asheville to make tails wag

Sponsored by Explore Asheville and written by Erin McGrady

Hotel News + Openings

These Hotels Around the Globe Were Just Given Michelin’s Elite Three-Keys Distinction

Anonymous inspectors awarded 143 hotels the highest Michelin honor of three keys: 23 located in France, 16 in the U.S., and 14 in the U.K.

October 10, 2025 04:50 PM

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Rachel Chang

U.S. Beaches

Rediscover Luxury at Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Immerse yourself in activities while unwinding at this idyllic resort

Sponsored by Dorado Beach

On a Road Trip Through Wyoming, Celebrate a Legacy of Women’s Voting Rights

History + Culture

A Road Trip in Wyoming Celebrates Its Women’s Voting History

Here’s where to go to celebrate the first state to have granted women the right to vote.

July 18, 2024 04:44 PM

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Lindsay Lambert

In the Magazine

This Misunderstood Romanian Region Is Known as “Europe’s Yellowstone”

Nature and tradition thrive in one of Europe’s last wild regions—Transylvania.

December 1, 2022 09:01 AM

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Keith Drew

Outdoor Adventure

7 Must-Visit Places in Alberta, Canada

From expansive national parks to lively cities, the Canadian province will keep you busy for days.

December 8, 2021 02:34 PM

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Anna Haines

Epic Trips

Why Visit Australia Now—And How to Make It Happen

Want to experience the Australia lifestyle but only have two weeks to do it? Take these trip ideas and dive into the country’s extraordinary experiences.

Sponsored by Tourism Australia and United Airlines

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