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One of AFAR’s new Unpacked columnists discusses her desire to connect with nature through travel and to protect it.

Whether your dream vacation includes taking in the mountain air on a wellness break, soaking in a thermal spring, or strolling lakeside after a city tour, these extraordinary hotels offer a relaxing stay to top off memorable Swiss days.

Stories, resources, and advice from travelers seeing the world from different perspectives

The battle over reclining etiquette isn’t the most important thing to think about when you take your airplane seat. Keeping it upright during the flight’s most critical moments is. Here’s why you’re asked to do it.

On South Carolina’s Wadmalaw Island, the Charleston Tea Garden dates back decades—you can smell it before you see it.

The total number of U.S. national park units has been bumped up to 428 with the designation of these scenic trails: the Ice Age, the New England, and the North Country.

Greenland is a relatively new cruise destination, which means that expedition voyages, such as those being offered on the new “Scenic Eclipse II,” often find themselves sailing into uncharted territory.

A dad and veteran AFAR traveler checks out the scene in Nendaz, which offers all kinds of winter fun for everyone in your gang.

A coast-to-coast guide to the coolest experiences happening in all 50 states (plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.) right now

A local travel expert offers advice and insights about the current situation in Greece amid another severe wildfire season and extreme heat.

Sculpture gardens, epic hiking trails, and food steeped in Māori history await.

Surf the waves, run the rapids, practice your floating downward dog, or simply paddle calm waters anywhere in the world with these packable, inflatable SUP boards.

Hop aboard a family-friendly train ride through redwood forests or an adults-only trip in Napa wine country.

The voice behind Love & Loathing LA and founder of Best Coast Beverages, Caroline Juen shares her favorite spots in the city.

St. Hilda Sea Adventures runs a fleet of small-boat cruises that bring passengers to areas of the Scottish coastline they’d be hard pressed to reach any other way. Here’s what it’s like on this sweet seafaring adventure.