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Hotels We Love

The 40 Best New Hotels of 2026

Afar’s picks for the 40 best new and renovated hotels around the world.

June 10, 2026 10:00 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Packing Tips + Gear

The Sustainable Travel Gear We Can’t Get Enough Of

These brands make it easier to incorporate sustainability and an ecofriendly ethos into your everyday travels.

April 21, 2022 07:40 PM

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Susan B. Barnes

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Longreads

How Many Countries Have You Visited? Inside the Quest to Become the World’s “Biggest” Traveler

For some adventurous travelers, going everywhere is not enough.

December 3, 2024 11:46 AM

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Jen Rose Smith

River Cruises

Why This Rhine Cruise Is a Feast for All the Senses

AmaWaterways heightens the experience by going beyond the Rhine’s magical scenery. Here’s how.

December 10, 2019 10:10 AM

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AmaWaterways

Overhead view of a passport siting on a wooden table full of passport stamps and surrounded by boarding passes, glasses, and a Sony camera

Europe’s Schengen Area is about to move to a digital customs system, which will eliminate the need to physically stamp passports.

September 24, 2025 07:05 PM

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Bailey Berg

Tips + News

Europe, U.S. Reel as Virus Infections Surge at Record Pace

After easing restrictions just a few months ago, many governments are reimposing curfews and closing restaurants once again.

October 16, 2020 02:26 PM

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David Crary

10 English Words With Unfortunate Meanings in Other Languages

Travel Tips + Etiquette

12 English Words With Unfortunate Meanings in Other Languages

A beginner’s guide to which words to watch out for where.

January 19, 2024 05:30 PM

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Chris Ciolli

Breeze Airways' "Nicest" class of service is the low-cost carrier's version of first class.

Air Travel News

Is It Worth Flying First or Premium Class on a Budget Airline? We Decided to Find Out

Low-cost carriers Breeze Airways and French Bee have their own versions of first and premium class seats at the front of the plane. We recently tested them out to see how they stack up.

February 24, 2023 04:15 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Restaurants + Cafés

This Country Drinks More Coffee Than Any Other

Nope—it’s not Italy or Australia.

June 26, 2017 11:53 AM

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Bill Fink

International Beaches

I’ve Lived in the Caribbean for 8 Years, and These Are My Absolute Favorite Beaches

As a travel writer, I have spent time in stunning places all over the world—but I haven’t found any region that rivals the Caribbean.

November 7, 2024 09:54 AM

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Amy Gordon

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Winter Sports

Epic, Ikon, or Independent: How to Find the Best Multi-Resort Ski Pass

Find out whether Epic or Ikon is the ski pass for you—or if there’s an alternative you should consider.

December 16, 2022 04:43 PM

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Cindy Hirschfeld

History + Culture

How Sicily’s Last UNESCO-Recognized Puppeteers Are Fighting to Save Their Tradition

In the Italian island’s cobblestoned capital, a centuries-old craft has few remaining practitioners.

April 13, 2020 01:15 PM

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Jessica Vincent

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Cities We Love

Where to Go, What to Eat, and Where to Stay in Mexico City’s Roma Neighborhood

The neighborhood is perfect for wandering around and enjoying some of the best cuisine in the city.

September 28, 2023 11:03 AM

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Maliah West

The forests of Arlberg are just a part of its natural beauty.

Outdoor Adventure

Relax and Rejuvenate in the Austrian Alps

In the unspoiled Arlberg region, enjoy adventure in style.

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