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Weekend Getaways

The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Ottawa, Canada

Visit the landmarks and local marvels that make Ottawa a stand-out capital city.

May 5, 2022 10:38 PM

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Laura Byrne Paquet

The undersea bedroom at the Muraka at Conrad Maldives

Hotels

These Are 8 of the Most Unique Hotels Around the World

These unique hotels are accommodations you won’t soon forget.

November 14, 2023 01:26 PM

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Nora Zelevansky

Shot of of building in Gion/downtown area of Kyoto

Destination Spotlight

8 Must-Stop Places on a Trip Around Japan

Visit both well-loved and lesser-known places on your next Japan trip.

June 2, 2023 05:19 PM

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Yukari Sakamoto

The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, has a grand entrance with revolving doors and stone columns.

Hotels

Hotel Concierges Reveal All the Seemingly Impossible Tasks They’ve Ever Been Asked

The secret weapon behind your next memorable trip? The hotel concierge.

February 16, 2024 11:39 AM

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Sarah Khan

Cities We Love

Toronto’s Must-Visit Neighborhoods Reveal the Real City

Whether you’re looking for bustling nightlife or a music-lover’s paradise, Toronto’s unique neighborhoods offer plenty to explore.

May 31, 2023 01:43 PM

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Michael Kaminer

Cities We Love

7 Best Neighborhoods in Asheville, N.C., to Visit or Stay In

Go beyond downtown to discover the neighborhoods that give Asheville its vibrant personality.

November 10, 2023 02:25 PM

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Jenn Rice

Orange County's Little Saigon is home to the world's largest population of Vietnamese people outside of Vietnam—the majority are from South Vietnam.

Destination Spotlight

Where to Eat, Shop, and Play in Orange County’s Little Saigon

Everything you need to know about one of Orange County’s most interesting neighborhoods.

August 26, 2022 08:30 AM

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Cu Fleshman

Weekend Getaways

A New Monterey Bay Aquarium Exhibit Shows Never-Before-Seen Sea Life

“Into the Deep” at Monterey Bay Aquarium is a remarkable collection of new Dr. Seuss–like sea creatures.

April 26, 2022 05:54 PM

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Tim Chester

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Health + Wellness

This Japanese Island Is Home to Thousands of Hot Springs

Oita, on Japan’s southernmost Kyushu Island, has thousands of hot springs to explore. Here’s how to make the most of your time there.

May 10, 2023 02:39 PM

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Kristin Braswell

Off The Tourist Trail

Skip the Crowds: Smarter Ways to Experience the Caribbean

Step away from the cruise ports and popular spots and explore these fascinating islands more intimately.

June 15, 2026 09:02 AM

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Laura Begley Bloom

Restaurants + Cafés

The Best New Restaurants in New York Right Now

AFAR’s New York–based team weighs in on their favorite places to eat in NYC that opened in 2018.

December 21, 2018 04:59 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Wooden cabin exterior surrounded by trees

Hotels We Love

The Best Hotels for a Nature Escape From NYC—No Airport Required

From the Hudson Valley to the Catskills, Berkshires, and Finger Lakes, these hotels immerse you in forests, lakes, and mountain landscapes—all within a few hours’ drive of New York City.

April 15, 2026 03:16 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Hotels

New Zealand’s Best Glamping Retreats

Forget pitching a tent. When you stay in these luxurious huts, domes, and pods, getting close to nature doesn’t mean roughing it.

September 16, 2019 04:44 PM

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Tracy Ziemer

Hiking + Cycling

Steep Canyons, Crashing Waterfalls, and Whales Galore: Northeastern Iceland’s Ultimate Road Trip

Reykjavík has its charms, but to get the most of all Iceland has to offer, it’s best to hit the road.

June 24, 2019 06:24 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Hotels

The Best Puerto Rico Hotels and Resorts for a Relaxing Getaway

When you’re ready to travel, these lodgings offer a quintessential island escape.

March 30, 2021 06:38 PM

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Natalie Beauregard

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