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Travel Tips + Etiquette

Is It Ever Worth Going Into Debt to Travel?

Financial experts weigh in on whether and what kind of travel debt is considered “good debt.”

May 30, 2025 01:11 PM

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Stacey Lastoe

Sail to Hawai'i, French Polynesia, Singapore, across Asia and the Middle East on the all-suite 'Seven Seas Mariner.'

Expedition Cruises

7 Incredible Around-the-World Cruises to Book Now

If you have time to spare and want to visit a treasure trove of destinations from the comfort of a ship, these global sailings are well worth the splurge.

September 7, 2022 02:30 PM

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Fran Golden

Kenneth C. Griffin Exploration Atrium at the Gilder Center

Museums + Galleries

A First Look Inside the American Museum of Natural History’s New Wing

Inspired by canyons of the American Southwest, New York’s new Gilder Center is home to exhibits featuring butterflies and other live insects.

May 4, 2023 04:18 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Born and raised in the Bronx, Jon Gray cofounded the cooking advocacy collective Ghetto Gastro in 2012.

Art + Culture

Ghetto Gastro’s Jon Gray Uses Food to Connect the Bronx to the world

Find out how one of the borough’s leading voices today, Ghetto Gastro’s Jon Gray, uses food to connect his community to the world.

Sponsored by NYC & Company and written by Shanika Hillocks

People riding Hiccup's Wing Gliders in Epic Universe's Head to How to Train Your Dragon—Isle of Berk, with water splashing and a colorful fictional land in the background

The much-anticipated new Epic Universe at the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida is the first major theme park to open in the United States in a quarter century. Here’s what to expect.

May 22, 2025 09:46 AM

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Susan B. Barnes

Salsa parties take place on Sundays at Orchard Beach, one of the many public outdoor spaces in the Bronx.

Cities We Love

The Best Black-Owned Bronx Outposts According to Jon Gray

Ghetto Gastro co-founder Jon Gray shows us his favorite Black-owned outposts in his home borough, the Bronx.

Sponsored by NYC & Company and written by Shanika Hillocks

Air Travel News

Long Flights vs. Layovers: The Pros and Cons of Flying Nonstop

Is 19 hours on a plane too long?

July 5, 2024 07:25 AM

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Michelle Baran

Maine is truly a four-season state, with each one offering new treasures and surprises. In summer, enjoy the coastline at Popham Beach, Higgins Beach, or even a <a href="https://www.afar.com/places/greenville-greenville-61131aa6-6637-43e3-9eec-ded2a5c1bf79" target="_blank">Moose Safari</a>. The leaves put on a show in the fall around the Bigelow Mountains and <a href="https://www.afar.com/places/acadia-national-park-maine" target="_blank">Acadia National Park</a>. Winter offers snow-covered ski trails at Sugarloaf, Sunday River, and Shawnee Peak. And spring brings new life blooming along the Appalachian Trail. From Portland's culinary sophistication to the rustic beauty of the Appalachian Trail’s “100 Mile Wilderness,” you can find what you’re looking for in Maine, at any time of year.

Where to Travel Next

A 93-Mile Trail and Hobbit Homes: New England’s Latest Reasons to Visit

Ahead of fall foliage season, New England’s got plenty going on this summer and autumn.

June 24, 2024 08:47 PM

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Miles Howard

Bars + Nightlife

A Dolly Parton–Inspired Rooftop Bar Just Opened in Nashville

The new Graduate Hotel Nashville has dedicated its rooftop bar and pool lounge, White Limozeen, to the country music icon.

August 4, 2020 10:57 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

The Future of Travel

Being Careful Doesn’t Mean Not Traveling

One dinner out inspires AFAR’s CEO to rediscover his home state of California.

June 12, 2020 06:27 PM

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Greg Sullivan

Road Trips

I Took a Solo Road Trip for Months—8 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Went

Here’s some solid advice for taking a solo adventure on the road.

April 23, 2025 08:43 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Group of travelers on a camel ride in the desert

Travel for Good

This Is What Autism Acceptance Looks Like in the Travel Industry

Autism awareness isn’t enough. Here’s how some brands are supporting neurodiverse travelers to make trips not just possible but also enjoyable.

April 2, 2024 12:51 PM

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Jamie Davis Smith

Flag with the words "Paris 2024" shown flying with the Paris city skyline in the background.

Festivals + Events

9 Paris Olympic Activities That Are Free—No Reservations or Tickets Required

Come as you are, leave when you want.

June 14, 2024 04:17 PM

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Kristy Alpert

Performers in mime attire at the Fringe advertise their shows on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh

Festivals + Events

Everything You Need to Know About the Edinburgh Festival Fringe

How to get tickets to Edinburgh Fringe, where to stay, and what to do in Scotland’s charming capital city.

June 13, 2024 10:40 AM

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Shannon Reed

International Beaches

8 Beautiful Black-Sand Beaches Around the World

These scenic black-sand beaches are worth planning a trip around.

April 7, 2025 02:53 PM

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Mariette Williams

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