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Outdoor Adventure
National Forests Are an Outdoor Adventure Hack—These 11 Feel Like National Parks Minus Crowds or Fees
Some national forests are jaw-dropping and mistakenly overlooked.
March 25, 2026 01:02 PM
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Bailey Berg
Winter Sports
Spring Is the Best Time for Skiing. I Said It.
Don’t put your skis and poles away when winter ends.
February 6, 2025 03:08 PM
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Miles Howard
Cruise
How to Escape the Mediterranean Cruise Crowds? Head to This Underrated Coastal Paradise Instead
One writer is reminded of the importance of slowing down and embracing calm during an off-season cruise on the recently relaunched ‘
Crystal Symphony
.’
December 23, 2024 06:02 PM
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Fran Golden
Air Travel News
How Flying Out of a Regional Airport Can Save You Money (and Stress)
Opting to fly from a regional airport can mean lower costs, shorter lines, and fewer crowds, often without sacrificing convenience or route options.
December 17, 2025 09:57 AM
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Bailey Berg
Family Travel
We Took Our Kids on a Road Trip Through Utah’s Bryce and Zion National Parks—Here Are 6 Mistakes to Avoid
Craft the perfect itinerary through southern Utah’s canyon country with these handy tips on how to avoid crowds and more.
November 27, 2024 12:24 PM
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Michelle Baran
Art + Architecture
The Best Roman Ruins Aren’t in Rome: 10 Crowd-Free Alternatives Outside of Italy
Italy isn’t the only place with awe-inspiring ruins from the Roman Empire. Avoid the crowds and see the broader picture of Roman history at these 10 destinations across Europe and northern Africa.
February 26, 2025 09:13 AM
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Cat Sposato
In the Magazine
This City Has All the Charms of Amsterdam, Without the Crowds
What to eat, see, and do in Utrecht, the Netherlands’ artsy second city.
January 30, 2024 01:54 PM
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Chris Colin
Beaches
St. Lucia is a Year-Round Vacation Spot—A Local Reveals 4 of Its Best Beaches
Some of the country’s best stretches of sand, according to acclaimed athlete and St. Lucia local Julien Alfred.
December 26, 2024 09:00 AM
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Mariette Williams
Travel Tips + Etiquette
17 Tourist Attractions That Travel Editors Actually Love Visiting
AFAR is all about traveling deeper, but our editors also love these classic tourist attractions. Here’s why we think you should visit them, too. Yes, even Times Square.
December 15, 2023 09:30 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Trending News
The National Parks Just Got Their Largest Grant Ever—Here’s How It Will Improve the Visitor Experience
A historic $100 million grant will aid in efforts to combat mounting threats caused by climate change and crowds, among other initiatives. Here’s what’s in store for the country’s treasured outdoor refuges.
September 9, 2024 06:06 PM
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Bailey Berg
National Parks
These Cooler, Less-Crowded National Parks Are Best in Summer
From Alaska to Maine, here’s where to swim, hike, and camp all summer long.
May 21, 2025 03:34 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Cruise
You Should (Really) Book a Mediterranean Cruise This Winter—Here’s Why
Fewer crowds, milder temperatures, and more affordable fares—there are ample reasons to cruise the Mediterranean Sea in winter.
December 21, 2023 01:26 PM
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Michelle Baran
Outdoor Adventure
How the U.S. National Park System Is Welcoming Neurodiverse Travelers
Customized itineraries, social stories, and sensory kits help families pull off a seamless visit.
April 2, 2024 11:37 AM
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Lisa Kadane
Off The Tourist Trail
How to Get off the Tourist Trail in Greece
Neighborhood-hop in Athens in the off-season, swap party isle Mykonos for stately Syros, and chow down at old-school fish tavernas in Zakynthos.
May 30, 2024 02:52 PM
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Helen Iatrou
Trending News
How to See Barcelona’s Sagrada Família Without the Crowds
One tour company
is offering the chance to see the famous Antoni Gaudí-designed church with almost no one else around. Here’s what to know about this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
June 20, 2023 02:09 PM
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Laura Itzkowitz
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