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Mark our words: 2025 will be the year of crowd-free travel. Here are our picks for the world’s 25 most exciting, lesser-visited destinations to plan a trip to right now.

Afar’s team roamed wide in 2024. These were our favorite spots from a year of exploring.

Explore bubbling volcanoes, primeval forests, and fantastical wildlife in the far east of Hokkaido.

All major U.S. airlines require face masks, some are blocking middle seats, and they have all committed to enhanced cleaning measures. But with planes getting more crowded, are there added precautions travelers should take?

In Washington’s Mount Rainier National Park, wildflower season typically occurs from mid-July through August—but this year, colorful blooms have already started sprouting across the park.

Intrepid Travel is looking for people willing to join them on a 22-day expedition through towns and villages in Kazakhstan and Mongolia that aren’t even listed on Google Maps.

The off-grid San Juan Hut System connects the towns of Telluride, Ridgway, and Ouray and is the perfect way to truly get away from it all.

The success of the humble hofladen lies in a long-standing pillar of Swiss culture—trust.

Whether you’re an amateur shutterbug or constantly honing your travel photography skills, these excellent options make finding the right camera for you a snap.

Road trip through quieter coastal cities, find alternative wine regions, and explore Japanese heritage in L.A.'s South Bay.

For years, writer Sally Kohn didn’t stress about how the world perceived her relationship with her partner, Sarah. But then they started traveling with their kid. Suddenly, every interaction mattered.

These retreats are the top places in the world for a honeymoon getaway.

Plan your escape route to the islands and tap into the cultural vibrancy of modern Athens.

Can you really take a long-distance road trip in an electric vehicle? As it turns out, yes—and it can be even better if you follow some simple rules.

Chef Bonnie Morales mined her Belarusian heritage to create one of the most buzzed-about restaurants in Portland, Oregon.