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Hotels

This New Midcentury Modern Desert Escape in Joshua Tree Is the Perfect Winter Getaway

Experience midcentury modern style and the resilient beauty of Joshua trees on an eccentric New Age campus at the Bungalows by Homestead Modern.

October 26, 2022 05:29 PM

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Mae Hamilton

National Parks

The Grand Canyon Is the Newest Dark Sky Park in the United States

A great stargazing destination just got even better.

June 7, 2019 06:46 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Outdoor Adventure

The 7 Best Things to Do in Curaçao, According to Island Locals

Street festivals, hiking, authentic food markets, and the best spots for snorkeling—plus where to stay

Sponsored by Curaçao Tourist Board

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Cruise

Women Were Once Banned From Antarctica. Now They’re Shaping Travel on the Continent

The U.S. Navy did not lift its ban on the transportation of women to Antarctica until 1969.

March 3, 2025 09:00 AM

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Nicole Edenedo

As the tide goes out around Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago, miles of white sand dunes are exposed, creating an exceptional landscape.

Where to Travel Next

The Best Places AFAR Staffers Visited in 2023

In a travel-packed year, we hiked in bogs, met mountain gorillas, and discovered much of the USA by EV.

December 27, 2023 11:00 AM

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Tim Chester

The Best Stops for a Road Trip on the Pacific Coast Highway

Road Trips

16 Great Places to Stop Along California’s Pacific Coast Highway

Sunny days, sandy beaches, incredible surf—this part of California’s State Route 1 may be the best road trip out there.

June 28, 2023 09:34 AM

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Sara Button

People

How One Safari Company Is Training More Women to Guide

Three women in African Bush Camps’ training program share how they’re entering one of safari’s most male-dominated professions.

March 13, 2026 06:49 PM

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Ellen Carpenter

A loft with wooden bench, king size bed, and a movie being projected on a wall

Family Travel

6 Chic Paris Hotels With Rooms Big Enough for Families

Certain rooms at these stylish Paris hotels are spacious enough for families to spread out.

May 2, 2025 03:03 AM

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Celeste Moure

Biking and hiking are two popular pastimes at the 281-acre Arnold Arboretum in Jamaica Plain, Boston.

Cities We Love

Winter in Boston’s Most Vibrant Neighborhoods

From soulful music to diverse dining, explore the neighborhoods that define the city’s creative energy.

Sponsored by Visit Colorado

Festivals + Events

The Best Events in New York City in 2021

From Shakespeare in the Park to SummerStage, New York’s iconic summer and fall happenings are back on this year.

June 30, 2021 03:13 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

4 Days In

A Local’s Guide to the Perfect Long Weekend in Copenhagen

Cycle to the harbor, pick up Scandi-chic clothing, and indulge in plenty of pastries.

August 7, 2024 05:27 PM

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Lisa Abend

A canopy of tall oak trees leading to a fountain

Cities We Love

Jazz Festivals, Historic House Tours, and a Century-Old Ice Cream Shop—This Is What to Do in Savannah

For foodies, history buffs, and architecture enthusiasts, here’s where to go in Savannah, Georgia.

April 3, 2026 05:26 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

U.S. Beaches

The 7 Best Beaches in South Carolina

Get ready for some incredible sunrises.

October 31, 2022 11:07 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

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