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9 New Books Savvy Travelers Should Put on Their Summer Reading List

Picturesque Portugal, historic expeditions, Korean recipes, and ocean exploration are among our choices for the best new books for travelers this season.

June 4, 2024 12:45 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Travel for Good

In Patagonia National Park, an Ancient Migration Route Is Restored

Chile’s new park was created with the goal of rewilding what was an important corridor for wildlife and people for millennia.

April 28, 2022 04:09 PM

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Chloe Bergé

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Miami This Winter

The temps are cooler and so is the art scene. Head south to sample the newest hotels, the tastiest bites, the latest art, and, of course, the always-buzzing beach.

October 23, 2019 09:46 PM

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Ann Shields

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National Parks

Dry Tortugas Is One of the Least Visited—and Most Fascinating—National Parks in the U.S.

In the westernmost reaches of the Florida Keys, this U.S. national park is only accessible by seaplane or boat.

May 31, 2024 03:42 PM

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Terry Ward

Road Trips

A Puerto Rico Road Trip That Puts Indigenous Culture First

Those wanting to experience a deeper, lesser-known side of Puerto Rico should consider a self-guided road trip along the Taino Route.

June 9, 2023 06:01 PM

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Jen Ruiz

Cape Town, South Africa, City, Buildings, Table Mountain

Where to Go in Fall

10 Best Places to Travel in November

November is for late harvest festivals and early holiday markets.

September 29, 2025 01:46 PM

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Mark Ellwood

Art + Culture

The 16 Best Travel Movies for Inspiring Wanderlust

These comedies, biopics, documentaries, and adventure films made us want to book a flight.

February 19, 2025 09:41 AM

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Aislyn Greene

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Hotels

7 Airbnbs in Key West to Book for a Seaside Getaway

These waterfront condos, historic bungalows—and, yes, even a houseboat—have top-notch ratings on Airbnb.

May 24, 2024 10:42 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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AFAR Approved

Why This Japanese Outdoors Brand Is Our Go-To for Camp Kitchen Gear

Meet the brand beloved by foodies in the outdoor industry, direct from Japan.

May 21, 2024 06:06 PM

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Jessie Beck

The active volcano Mt. Etna rises up from behind the scenic waterfront of Catania in eastern Sicily.

Air Travel News

Delta Adds 7 New Europe Routes for 2025—Including a First-Ever Flight to This Sicilian Coastal Town

Already thinking about transatlantic travel possibilities for next year? The airlines are, too. Delta is the latest to roll out its new summer schedule for flights across the pond in 2025.

September 26, 2024 06:27 PM

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Bailey Berg

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Hotels We Love

The Best Hotels for a Nature Escape From NYC—No Airport Required

From the Hudson Valley to the Catskills, Berkshires, and Finger Lakes, these hotels immerse you in forests, lakes, and mountain landscapes—all within a few hours’ drive of New York City.

April 15, 2026 03:16 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

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History + Culture

Where Does “Southern Hospitality” Come From—and What Does It Mean Today?

The term has a complex history and has evolved over the years.

October 31, 2023 03:48 PM

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Victoria M. Walker

AFAR Advisor

Western Wonders: Discovering Lesser-Known West Denmark

From architectural “wows” and natural highs to ancient ruins and modern culinary marvels, this part of the land of the Danes is full of delights and surprises.

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