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For Croatia Without the Crowds, Head to the Slovenian Riviera

Leave the crowds behind for peaceful beaches, untouched nature, and quiet towns on Slovenia’s pint-sized coast.

March 9, 2020 02:58 PM

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Carl Pettit

The Tower Bridge in London as seen from a cobblestone path with old lampposts and a big tree

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Best London Neighborhoods for Every Kind of Traveler

In a city of London’s size, knowing your Hackney from your Hampstead, your Bankside from your Bermondsey, can make all the difference in planning the perfect itinerary.

April 23, 2024 08:23 AM

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Emma John

The exterior of Hotel San Fernando has mint green walls and is lined with plants.

Hotels We Love

These Are the 14 Best Hotels in Mexico City

These intimate, design-forward retreats across Mexico City will have you feeling like a local in no time.

August 27, 2024 02:53 PM

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Mary Holland

River Cruises

7 Rhine River Cruises for Every Type of Traveler

Whether you love the idea of sailing past dozens of castles and forts or are eager to explore one of Europe’s more underrated wine regions, there’s a Rhine River cruise for you.

August 19, 2022 03:03 PM

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Elissa Garay

Where to Travel Next

The History Lover’s Guide to Malta

With ancient temples, fortified cities, and impressive forts that have served as battlegrounds and movie sets, Malta is practically made for history buffs.

April 27, 2020 08:52 PM

Style + Design

In a Medieval Swiss Town, the Art of Mechanical Timekeeping Keeps on Ticking

For more than 150 years, the International Watch Company has been a standard bearer for fine Swiss time pieces. Here’s what it’s like to go behind the scenes at their new workshop.

July 23, 2019 01:49 PM

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Victoria Gomelsky

Art + Culture

5 Places to Travel for Music and the Best Ways to Experience It

Some of the world’s most melodious destinations are featured in a new video by the United States Tour Operators Association. We took a closer look.

Sponsored by United States Tour Operators Association

10 Must-Visit Historical Places Around the World

History + Culture

12 Must-Visit Historical Sites Around the World

If you’ll travel far and wide to be awed by a UNESCO World Heritage site, make sure you have these major attractions on your list.

March 7, 2024 08:22 AM

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Casey Hatfield-Chiotti

Hotels We Love

These Are the Best New Hotels of 2024

AFAR’s picks for the 31 best new hotels in the world.

April 4, 2024 09:00 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Road Trips

Why The Grand Tour of Switzerland Is More Than a Road Trip

See 12 world heritage sites along the most beautiful Swiss roads in this cultural tour-de-force.

Sponsored by Budapest, Spice of Europe

Winter 2026

Big Flavors, Small Villages: Why Spain’s Star Chefs Are Setting Up Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Tiny Towns

Across Spain, culinary stars are heading to tiny towns to give diners a taste of their heritage—and to help pave a path forward for places they love.

January 7, 2026 09:45 AM

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Lisa Abend

River Cruises

European River Cruises Are Setting Sail This Summer

With Europe set to reopen to Americans, rolling along the Danube, Seine, or Douro River just became a very real possibility for summer 2021.

May 26, 2021 03:29 PM

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Michelle Baran

UNESCO World Heritage

How to See 14 Iconic UNESCO Sites on a Single Trip

Travel by private jet and maximize your time with these world wonders.

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