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Door County, Wisconsin, is one of the many easy-to-reach day trip destinations from Chicago.

Weekend Getaways

The Best Weekend Getaways From Chicago for Beaches, Museums, and More

Escape Chicago for a few days with one of these 10 weekend trips, all within easy driving distance or by train.

May 28, 2025 05:47 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

A photo of the village of Albarracin, Spain at sunset, with rocky blue mountains in the background and pink-ish buildings perched on a mountain ledge.

This past year, we daydreamed about, googled, and planned trips to these places more than any others.

December 11, 2023 09:41 AM

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Jessie Beck

Hotel Saint Vincent is located in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans.

Hotels We Love

Beignets in the Lobby, Jazz in a Chapel, Poolside Cabanas: The Best Hotels in New Orleans

From a grand mansion to a buzzy social hub, these are the 12 hotels in New Orleans we’d book again and again.

December 30, 2025 08:12 AM

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Jenny Adams

The famous dining room in Oxford which inspired Hogwarts.

Books

Are You a Potterhead? Here Are 7 Filming Locations You Can Visit

Restricted libraries. Hogwarts. Platform 9 ¾. Visit all the places that helped shape the story of the Boy Who Lived.

March 25, 2023 01:00 PM

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Mae Hamilton

The Chicago Athletic Association's public areas feature several fireplaces.

Hotels

These Are the 18 Best Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Chicago

Find the retreat that best matches your taste in the Windy City.

May 28, 2025 07:30 AM

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Heidi Mitchell

Winter Sports

Why Skiing in Western Canada is So Romantic

Whether romance means luxurious, amenity-filled lodges or a charming backcoutnry cabin, you’ll find it in Western Canada.

Sponsored by Ski Canada

Weekend Getaways

Your Perfect Weekend Getaway in Sonoma Wine Country

From breweries and tasting rooms to hotels and rooftop restaurants, the small Sonoma County town of Healdsburg is experiencing a spate of new and exciting openings.

May 10, 2024 01:48 PM

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Jessie Beck

Epic Trips

5 Top Beach Clubs Around the World for the Ultimate Summer Getaway

Grab your passport and get ready for exclusive experiences at these renowned beach clubs along México’s Riviera Maya, the French Riviera, Greece, and beyond.

Sponsored by the United Club℠ Infinite Card

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Make Friends While Traveling by Yourself

AFAR’s resident introvert and in-house extrovert share tips for how they’ve met new people on their solo trips.

February 13, 2023 05:42 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Where to Travel Next

The Most Charming Small Towns in Ireland

You can find these hamlets among some of the country’s most peaceful landscapes.

August 8, 2024 02:26 PM

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Vic O’Sullivan

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

Image of a whale jumping out of the water with a mountain in the background.

Outdoor Adventure

This Is Québec’s Most Scenic Drive

Breaching whales, a spectacular fjord, and picturesque villages await along the Whales and Wonders Trail.

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