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Where to Go in Summer

Why You Should Visit Arizona During Its Hellish Summer Heat

Five reasons why it’s still worth taking a trip during the hottest part of the year.

July 17, 2018 12:05 PM

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Sara Button

U.S. Beaches

Best U.S. Beaches for Beginning Surfers

Surf’s up: These laid-back beaches and friendly breaks are ideal for beginner surfers looking to learn the basics.

May 21, 2019 02:43 PM

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Deb Hopewell

Beaches

Puerto Rico, Revived

As residents of the Caribbean island rebuild in the wake of two devastating hurricanes, the commitment to community—and each other—is stronger than ever.

December 6, 2019 05:02 PM

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Ramona Ausubel

With places like Kāʻanapali Beach only an hour away from the from Kahului airport, it's no wonder 10 million visitors come to Hawai‘i each year.

U.S. Beaches

13 of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Hawai‘i

These beaches, spread across five Hawaiian islands, showcase the beauty of the Aloha State’s coasts.

April 15, 2023 12:20 PM

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Rachel Ng

Restaurants + Cafés

How Tokyo’s Coffee Culture Inspired an Indie American Brand

James Freeman, founder of Oakland-based Blue Bottle Coffee, hits the Tokyo scene and uncovers his favorite cafés along the way.

July 29, 2019 06:45 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Festivals + Events

Lost in Music: A Weekend Immersed in New Orleans Culture as Jazz Fest Hits 50

Half a century in, the music festival still offers a taste of local life like no other event.

May 9, 2019 03:31 PM

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Tim Chester

History + Culture

Spain’s Parador Hotels Let You Sleep Where Royalty Ruled and Battles Ensued

The government has converted 97 significant buildings into boutique hotels up and down the country, making for a history-rich road trip.

October 9, 2019 06:28 PM

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Andrea Guthmann

Epic Trips

At a Magic Mushroom Retreat, a Comedian Reluctantly Embraces Her “Healing Journey”

For Negin Farsad, traveling to Jamaica for a psilocybin retreat started as a gig. After a week of tripping, she found it was about much more than getting high.

December 12, 2023 11:28 AM

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Negin Farsad

COVID + Travel

Japan Cancels Cherry Blossom Festivals and More as It Faces Coronavirus Outbreak

If you’re traveling to Japan, these are the events that are canceled and museums and theme parks that are closed due to the coronavirus outbreak.

February 27, 2020 05:52 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Family Travel

How to Take Your Kids on a Disney Trip at Home

The parks are closed, but our imaginations aren’t. Here’s what to eat, watch, and craft when you can only go to Disneyland and Walt Disney World in spirit.

May 1, 2020 04:21 PM

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Nicole Antonio

Where to Travel Next

The Romance of Possibility

Romance requires certain ingredients and The Islands of Tahiti have them all.

April 10, 2018 11:38 AM

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Tahiti Tourisme

Cities We Love

9 of the Most Surprising Cities in the U.S.

It’s never too soon to dream about your next great road trip.

August 6, 2020 09:21 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Outdoor Adventure

What It’s Like to Visit the Northernmost Inhabited Place in the World

Only 650 miles away from the North Pole, Svalbard is unlike any place you’ve ever seen.

August 23, 2017 02:51 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

Hotels

The New Rosewood Hotel Gives a Boost to Hong Kong’s Emerging Arts District

The lavish Rosewood Hong Kong rises high above Victoria Dockside, a new arts district transforming the Tsim Sha Tsui harborfront.

April 23, 2019 02:58 PM

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Kate Appleton

Tips + News

Azamara’s newest ship, the Azamara Pursuit, to launch “The Den powered by AFAR” for onboard adventurers

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