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Making a Case for Ski Towns in Summer: Hiking and Fine Dining in Italy’s South Tyrol

Forget the skis. In the South Tyrol region near the Dolomites, delicious food and gorgeous hikes are best enjoyed in summer.

July 23, 2021 12:19 PM

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Sara Lieberman

Group of five people hiking in the desert

Packing Tips + Gear

How REI Is Making the Outdoors Accessible for People of More Sizes

The outdoor gear retailer’s updated guidelines on extended sizes encourage brands to join its journey toward inclusivity.

April 6, 2023 12:29 PM

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Naomi Tomky

Boats floating along tree-lined canals of Amsterdam

Air Travel News

JetBlue’s New Amsterdam Flights Take Off with Limited-Time Fare Sale

JetBlue flew its first flights to the Netherlands this week and in celebration is offering reduced transatlantic airfares through August 31.

August 31, 2023 01:50 PM

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Michelle Baran

Destination Spotlight

Why Canada’s Smallest Province Is Big on Fun

Prince Edward Island’s enchanting vistas and small-home charm with big city amenities make for a memorable visit.

Sponsored by Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism

Food + Drink

From Palm Dates to Cardamom, a Beginner’s Guide to Saudi Cuisine

Influenced by centuries as the center of the spice trade, the flavors of this Arabian country are as diverse as the land itself.

Sponsored by Visit Saudi

Images of Zodiac cruising in Antarctica (left) and the Arctic (right)

Expedition Cruises

Antarctica or the Arctic: Which Polar Cruise Is Best for You?

From weather to wildlife, excursions to the environment, if you’re thinking of taking a cruise to either Antarctica or the Arctic, these are the main differences to consider.

December 22, 2023 06:11 PM

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Jeri Clausing

Epic Trips

The World’s Most Magical Places to See the Northern Lights

This is your year to see the aurora borealis. Here’s where and how to see this most astounding of celestial shows in 2026.

March 9, 2026 08:42 AM

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Sarah Buder

Kai Izumo sits on a remote clifftop facing a chain of rocky islets in the Sea Of Japan

Hotels We Love

You’ll Want to Stay at These Hotels in Japan Before They Get Too Hard to Book

Escape the crowds and discover a quieter Japan at these 12 hotels, from mountaintop ryokan to island hideaways.

April 11, 2025 04:58 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Vincy Overwater Villas at the Sandals St. Vincent and the Grenadines feature white walls and thatched roofs.

Stay Here Next

This New Resort in the Caribbean Is Being Called “Sandals 2.0.” Here’s Why.

St. Vincent’s first all-inclusive resort immerses guests in the destination and signals the future of the Caribbean-owned brand.

September 17, 2024 12:12 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

4 Days In

4 Days in Boston: Century-Old Bookshops, Cocktails Decided by Dice, and, of Course, Lobster

Find the past and future in New England’s capital, with insider tips from locals.

September 24, 2025 02:07 PM

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Kori Perten

Experience the British Isles with fewer crowds on Atlas Ocean Voyages’ fall sailing.

Cruise

The Best Small-Ship Cruises to Take This Fall

From Reykjavík to Dublin and across the Caribbean, these fall cruises include Afar-curated experiences designed for small groups.

With fewer countries regularly reporting their COVID-19 cases, country-by-country assessments have become less reliable, the agency stated.

October 4, 2022 05:06 PM

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Michelle Baran

The Panorama Terrace at Amsterdam Schiphol where a decommissioned KLM City Hopper Fokker 100 is available for visits

Air Travel News

The Secretly Amazing Things You Can Do in One of Europe’s Busiest Airports

A writer based in Amsterdam offers her insider’s take on how to make your next trip to, through, or from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport a smooth and memorable one.

August 28, 2025 07:27 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Loyalty + Rewards

Earn More Than 100K Points With Hilton Credit Card Offers

Don’t miss this opportunity to earn 100,000 or 170,000 Hilton Honors points with these welcome offers on Hilton Honors American Express cards.

October 20, 2023 04:31 PM

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Paul Rubio

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