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5 Epic Adventures with Stress-Free Planning

From tracking mountain gorillas in Uganda to sailing along Italy’s legendary Amalfi Coast, USTOA member tours bring the world’s most extraordinary destinations within easy reach.

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Weekend Getaways

Why This Maryland Eastern Shore Town Should Be on Your Summer Trip List

Head here for dynamic history, beautiful scenery—and plenty of crabs.

August 5, 2022 01:35 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Cities We Love

Singapore’s Neighborhoods Not to Miss

These are the districts to explore for a truly multicultural Singapore experience, from Chinatown to Little India.

January 13, 2022 04:15 PM

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Lester V. Ledesma

Art + Culture

Why You’re Going to Love Jamaica’s Reggae Revival Scene

It’s more than just Marley—and has a message rooted in positivity.

March 8, 2017 01:47 PM

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Annie Daly

People roaming about inside the Guggenheim Museum in New York featuring several tiers of spiraled gallery walkways with a white barrier and art displayed within

Loyalty + Rewards

4 Lesser-Known Credit Card Travel Perks You’re Probably Missing Out On

By tapping into some of the hidden-gem benefits of travel-friendly credit cards, you can get free museum tickets, nab sought-after restaurant reservations and event access, and more.

April 23, 2025 04:02 PM

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Chris Dong

Where to Go in Winter

5 Reasons Why Switzerland Is the Ultimate Winter Escape for Every Traveler

From off-piste skiing to a scenic train ride called “the window to the Swiss Alps,” these are the best ways to experience the season in the Playground of Europe.

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Road Trips

23 Incredible Road Trips in the U.S.

Whether you’re looking for sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean or a multiday adventure through national parks, these road trips provide plenty of opportunities to explore the United States.

April 4, 2024 07:12 PM

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Ciera Velarde

The Florentin exterior at night with warm lighting

Stay Here Next

Frankfurt’s Most Compelling New Hotel Is Hiding in Plain Sight

Set in a reimagined banking mansion, the Florentin offers a more atmospheric, residential-feeling alternative to the city’s business hotels.

April 9, 2026 12:40 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Tips + News

France Will Spend $165 Million to Rescue Some of Its Small Cafés

The country has lost more than 150,000 cafés in the past 50 years.

September 30, 2019 04:00 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Trains

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Has a New Route From Paris to the French Alps—We Got a First Look

“Anything can happen” aboard the iconic luxury train, our contributor reports aboard the inaugural overnight ride to the mountains.

January 18, 2023 05:25 PM

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Sara Lieberman

Cities We Love

The Perfect 4 Days in Toronto, According to Locals

Toronto is a city on the rise. Here’s how you should explore it.

October 4, 2024 01:15 PM

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Amy Rosen

Books

28 Independent Bookstores in the U.S. You Should Visit

From a shipping container in Portland, Maine, to the world’s largest indie bookstore in Portland, Oregon, these are Afar staffers’ favorite bookshops.

November 19, 2025 03:21 AM

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Aislyn Greene

Disney

On Disney’s New Rise of the Resistance Ride, I Faced a Lifelong Fear of Falling

The most recent ride to open in “Star Wars”: Galaxy’s Edge is huge for Disney, but was it too much for this faint-of-heart fan?

December 5, 2019 02:17 PM

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Nicole Antonio

The main swimming pool at Chileno Bay, Cabo San Lucas

Stay Here Next

Why You Should Plan a Vacation Around This Beach Resort in Cabo, Mexico

Secluded beaches. Swimmable waters. Casual oceanfront dining. Do Cabo the right way at this quietly lavish beach resort.

April 2, 2024 08:00 AM

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Tim Chester

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