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Islands

21 Islands Where Italians Actually Go to Vacation

Some of Italy’s prettiest and most uncrowded beaches are on islands in the Mediterranean, Tyrrhenian, and Adriatic seas.

April 2, 2026 05:30 PM

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Erica Firpo

Road Trips

9 Unforgettable European Road Trips

Charming French châteaux or windswept Irish vistas? Norwegian fjords or Welsh beaches? Europe’s best drives offer it all.

May 27, 2023 11:46 AM

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Lottie Gross

A State cabin on the Eastern and Oriental Express with a velvet blue chair and couch and a table facing the window

Trains

11 Incredible Luxury Train Trips Around the World

Slow travel gets a stylish makeover with these luxury train trips.

August 26, 2025 02:20 PM

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Nicole Edenedo

Grand Marais Light against the backdrop of the Sawtooth Mountains on Lake Superior

Road Trips

Beaches, Breweries, and Bison: 9 Road Trips That Show Off the Best of the Midwest

These road-trip itineraries through the heartland offer lakefront beaches, farm-fresh cuisine, and state parks filled with history and wildlife.

May 21, 2024 01:49 PM

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Nicole Schnitzler

Three people snowshowing towards snow-covered mountains, beneath a blue sky

Family Travel

10 Unexpected Family Travel Destinations Across the U.S. to Visit This Year

Ring in the nation’s 250th birthday with train rides, hikes, and museums, from Wyoming to Florida and beyond.

February 19, 2026 01:02 PM

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Tim Chester

A white lighthouse and keeper's cottage on the coast in Cape Cod

Hotels

12 Lighthouses You Can Rent on Airbnb for a Coastal Getaway

Live inside a bit of maritime history at these dreamy Airbnb lighthouses.

September 15, 2023 10:55 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Le Panoramic restaurant, located at the top of a ski resort in Courchevel, France

Winter Sports

Onsen Soaks in Japan, Poutine in Canada, and Fondue in Switzerland—This Is Après-Ski Around the World

Discover the best après-ski scenes around the world from Colorado to Chile, including where to go, what to drink, and what to wear for après-ski after a day on the slopes.

November 4, 2025 01:31 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

A bartender in a white suit and black tie behind a stylish golden bar with five stools and palm fronds on either side

Bars + Nightlife

16 Hotel Bars We Keep Returning To

From lobby bars to rooftop lounges, these are the hotel bars Afar editors love checking out when they’re checking in.

July 3, 2024 11:05 AM

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Ann Shields

Trees with fall-colored foliage at Rosenborg Castle in Copenhagen, Denmark

Journeys: Europe

A 5-Day Fall Trip to Copenhagen

Get in touch with your inner Viking when you sail on a Viking ship and check out archeological objects on this itinerary including an overnight in an 800-year-old castle.

June 18, 2024 09:59 AM

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VisitDenmark

The pool at sunset at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica, California.

Hotels We Love

The 19 Best Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Los Angeles

In a city known for its luxury, these 19 hotels are standouts. Each offers a unique take on world-class hospitality and L.A. glamour.

June 9, 2025 10:58 AM

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Chris Dong

4 Days In

How to Spend 4 Days in Berlin, According to Locals

The ideal itinerary includes Berlin Wall murals, WWII flea markets, dance clubs, and juicy meats.

August 29, 2025 12:53 PM

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Blane Bachelor

Hiking + Cycling

10 of Europe’s Greatest Cycling Routes

Interlinked paths and trails span countries across the continent, offering sweeping views along the way for riders of all skill levels.

March 29, 2019 01:04 PM

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Jen Sotolongo

Hotels

The Best NYC-Area Beach Town Is in New Jersey

With the splashy new Asbury Ocean Club Hotel—and several great restaurants, bars, and music venues—Asbury Park is where you want to spend your last few summer weekends.

September 5, 2019 11:30 AM

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Natalie Beauregard

Journeys: United States

A Food-First Itinerary for Amelia Island and St. Augustine

June 10, 2022 09:49 AM

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Visit Florida

Getting intimate with the Aurora Borealis

Travel for Good

How to Use Travel to Help Save the World

Join USTOA’s Sustainable Suzie, in pursuit of more responsible ways to travel.

Sponsored by The United States Tour Operators Association

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