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Astrotourism

6 Pampered Stargazing Experiences Near Cities, With Heated Seats or Outdoor Tasting Menus

You don’t have to go too far from civilization to see maximum constellations.

February 19, 2026 03:13 PM

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Olivia Young

Food + Drink

Sipping Scotch With Master Distiller Julieann Fernandez

Mom, master blender, and forensics fanatic, Julieann Fernandez has helped reshape the Scotch whisky-maker mold.

October 29, 2021 04:15 PM

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Jenny Adams

Health + Wellness

Let Your Senses Guide the Way in 2022

How to sniff, taste, and intuit your way to better, more memorable travel experiences.

November 22, 2021 11:32 AM

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Staff

Paris, France - 02 April 2025: Vosges square (Place des Vosges) in Paris

4 Days In

4 Days in Paris: Take 3-Hour Lunches, Stroll in a Movie Setting, and Skip the Louvre

Locals share how best to experience the City of Light over a long weekend.

March 26, 2026 03:29 PM

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Sara Lieberman

Small Ship Cruises

What It’s Like to Return to the Caribbean on a Cruise Ship

When AFAR’s special cruise correspondent got back out on the open water for the first time since the start of the pandemic, things didn’t go quite as planned.

July 19, 2021 06:41 PM

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Fran Golden

Tour groups gather on a raised walkway to view Göbekli Tepe.

Epic Trips

Traveling 11,000 Years into the Past in Türkiye

One of the world’s greatest archaeological sites still has scientists guessing.

October 24, 2023 02:59 PM

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Jed Heuer

People

Hawaii’s New Remote Work Program Includes Free Flights

Those who are selected must stay for at least one month (brutal, we know) and volunteer with a nonprofit for a few hours each week.

December 18, 2020 04:08 PM

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Michelle Baran

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Napa Valley This Spring

Whether you want to shop for local souvenirs, relax at a newly renovated hotel, or, of course, drink wine, here are six ideas to get you started.

April 16, 2019 01:59 PM

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Matt Villano

Hotels

The Hotel Industry Has Traditionally Been a Man’s World. These 6 Women Leaders Are Shaking It Up.

These women aren’t just breaking barriers. They’re building a more inclusive, dynamic future for hospitality—and your hotel experience will be the better for it.

March 28, 2025 03:30 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Art + Architecture

10 New Buildings Every Architecture Buff Should See This Year

These design-driven museums and hotels—plus a library, airport, and aquarium—are practically works of art.

September 23, 2024 03:18 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Tips + News

Denmark to Develop Digital Passport Proving Vaccinations

The Nordic country would be among the first in the world to have a digital vaccine passport, which would help ease travel restrictions.

February 3, 2021 12:57 PM

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Jan M. Olsen

Winter Sports

8 Epic Reasons to Visit Greater Fort Lauderdale

Blue-chip culture, award-winning dining, thrilling adventures, and more have helped this South Florida destination evolve into a lavish, next-level getaway.

Sponsored by Visit Lauderdale

Hotels

The 8 Best Hotels and Resorts in Barbados to Book Now

Whether you’re looking for a beach vacation or a one-of-a-kind experience, there’s a hotel in Barbados ready for you.

April 24, 2023 05:55 PM

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Staff

Restaurants + Cafés

The Best Restaurants in Boise, According to a Local Chef

James Beard Award nominee Kris Komori shares his favorite places to eat and drink, including a locavore hot spot, a pho joint, and a tiki-inspired cocktail lounge.

January 15, 2020 04:59 PM

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Megan Hill

An overhead view of Egeskov Castle surrounded by a moat and manicured gardens in Denmark.

History + Culture

How to Go Off the Beaten Path in the Nordics

From folklore and food to landscapes and literature, find adventure and enrichment in the lesser-known regions of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland.

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