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Alila Ventana Big Sur is among the Monterey-area resorts that have made improvements to their rooms and spas.

What’s New for Food, Wine, and Travel in Monterey

From coastal escapes to cliffside views, Monterey County keeps adding standout resorts, restaurants, wineries, and events.

These are the Florida spring-break alternatives where you can escape the crowds.

March 18, 2024 06:39 PM

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Susan B. Barnes

Katsuo-ji temple in Minoh, Osaka, Japan seen with fall foliage

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Best Time to Visit Japan For Every Type of Trip

Here’s when to go to Japan for cherry blossoms, skiing, and fewer crowds.

October 7, 2025 02:46 AM

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Sophie Friedman

Four-bedroom cliff retreats at Six Senses La Sagesse in Grenada sit on a rocky promontory.

Stay Here Next

This Less-Visited Caribbean Island Just Got a New Luxury Resort

The new Six Senses La Sagesse resort offers travelers a sustainable, wellness-focused luxury option on the under-visited Caribbean island of Grenada.

August 16, 2024 04:52 PM

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Heather Greenwood Davis

Outdoor Adventure

Yosemite’s Historic Landmarks Get Their Old Names Back

Popular park attractions can now once again be called by their original names.

July 16, 2019 03:33 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Packing Tips + Gear

Yes, It’s Possible to Travel Carry-On Only for a Ski Trip

The trick is packing thinner layers, rather than bulky separates.

February 17, 2022 05:22 PM

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Terry Ward

Woodabe men dressed in traditional regalia for the Gerewol Festival.

Art + Culture

4 African Cultural Traditions Travelers Can Participate In

From beauty pageants for men to the mask craftsmen of the DRC, here are four African cultural traditions that have withstood the test of time.

November 9, 2022 02:29 PM

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Wendy Watta

Safari

The Best Luxury Lodges in Rwanda

If you want to visit the mountain gorillas of Volcanoes National Park and beyond, make one of these lodges your home base in Rwanda.

November 25, 2020 03:30 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Family Travel

Podcast: Riding Higher, Down Under

A pair of Australian sisters road-trip through Cairns, where they explore Indigenous culture, zoom through the rain forest, and bond over the mysteries of parenthood.

December 27, 2022 06:00 AM

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Michelle Law

Two people dancing and one person playing a drum in front of the Dakota Dunes Resort

Hotels

These Are the 7 Best Indigenous–Owned Hotels and Resorts in Canada

These seven Indigenous-owned accommodations are gateways to unforgettable cultural experiences.

November 15, 2023 12:11 PM

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Debbie Olsen

Collage of travel gear on colorful backgrounds

Packing Tips + Gear

Of all the travel products AFAR recommended this year, the most purchased items included luggage, water bottles, and several items for keeping you—and your belongings—safe.

December 21, 2023 07:18 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

The Ultimate Beach Packing List for a Weeklong Vacation

Packing for your surf-and-sand vacation is as stress-free as a day at the beach, thanks to this easy reference guide to your essentials for a week.

March 2, 2024 01:24 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Natural Wonders

10 Amazing Ancient Forests Around the World

A visit to one of these long-lived woodlands is a restorative experience. Here’s how to see some of the oldest forests on Earth.

March 26, 2024 12:52 PM

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Matt Bell

Chase Is Introducing New Benefits for Its Sapphire Preferred and Reserve Credit Cards

Loyalty + Rewards

Chase Is Introducing New Benefits for Its Sapphire Preferred and Reserve Cards

Chase also revealed the locations of its first Chase Sapphire Lounge by the Club airport lounges for Reserve cardmembers.

August 10, 2021 06:08 PM

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Eric Rosen

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