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I Was a Tour Guide in Venice—Here’s Why Winter Is Hands-Down the Best Time to Visit

Venice in the off season is its most cinematic.

October 14, 2024 05:30 PM

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Mark Ellwood

A lone traveler gazes out over the breathtaking Quilotoa Crater Lake in Ecuador. The vibrant turquoise waters of the lake contrast against the rugged, mountainous landscape, creating a serene.

Hiking + Cycling

This 200-Mile Trek Passes 7 Volcanoes, Hot Springs, and a Legendary Lost Treasure

The Avenue of the Volcanoes in Ecuador takes hikers from ancient village to ancient village.

December 18, 2025 10:07 AM

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Colleen Kelly

Ille et Vilaine, Rennes, Saint Georges swimming pool built in 1920 by architect Emmanuel Le Ray, cabins with large pool

Longreads

In France, a Swimming Pool With a Story

In Rennes, one writer discovers the Piscine Saint-Georges—and in turn, more about herself.

June 24, 2024 01:35 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Cities We Love

The Perfect Weekend Getaway to Columbia, South Carolina

Come hungry and ready for some fun on the rivers.

January 20, 2022 04:12 PM

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Katie McElveen

View of historial architecture in Piedmont, Italy.

Outdoor Adventure

A Must-Do Truffle Hunting Experience in Piedmont

This Italy bike tour blends scenic routes with hands-on truffle hunting led by local guides.

Sponsored by Explore Minnesota

Sensory guides help visitors decide if the Legoland attraction is right for their sensory-sensitive kids.

Travel for Good

Visiting Legoland With Autistic Children, and Other Vacations That Cater to Neurodivergence

A short list of theme parks, cruise lines, and outdoor activities that offer sensory-sensitive solutions.

July 7, 2023 05:09 PM

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Matt Villano

People bending over and planting trees in the ground with a bridge in the background

Longreads

New York City Is Known for Big Things. Its Latest Attraction Is Tiny.

Though small, “pocket forests” are mighty, containing incredible biodiversity and helping to rewild cities. New York just got its first.

August 1, 2024 10:35 AM

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Harrison Hill

Journey to Italy’s Amalfi coast, where Positano’s warren of alleyways and lanes invite exploration.

International Beaches

10 Beautiful Beach Destinations That Offer a Side of Culture

There’s more to these locations than sand, sun, and surf.

August 15, 2022 07:07 PM

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Tanvi Chheda

The Shore House Pool at sunset at the Hotel del Coronado in California

Hotels

12 Hotels Opening This Year Worth Planning an Entire Trip Around

Afar’s resident hotel expert uncovers 12 of the most alluring new and renovated hotels of 2025, from California to Indonesia.

February 14, 2025 12:54 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Boston Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club

Loyalty + Rewards

Inside the First Chase Sapphire Airport Lounge in the United States

The much-anticipated lounge debuts on May 16 in Boston Logan International Airport’s recently completed Terminal B to C Connector.

May 11, 2023 12:59 PM

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Paul Rubio

Outdoor Adventure

Where to Find Luxury in California’s National Parks

From spa escapes to fine dining under the stars, these parks show how nature and luxury converge.

Sponsored by Visit California

Restaurants + Cafés

An Intimate Street Food Tour Is the Best Way to Get an Authentic Taste of Delhi

Even the most intrepid and independent travelers benefit from a guide now and then.

June 21, 2019 01:43 PM

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Ashlea Halpern

Weekend Getaways

A Perfect Weekend in Montreal Is All About Historic Architecture and Modern Cuisine

A weekend is all you need to fall in love with this city’s historic neighborhoods, thriving art venues, and seriously good food.

October 11, 2023 11:30 AM

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Mayssam Samaha

Trains

This New Luxury Train in Spain Goes to Ancient Seaside Towns, Wine Country, and the Don Quixote Windmills

Launching in spring 2026, a new route by luxury train operator Al Andalus will connect Madrid and Seville.

October 8, 2025 04:35 PM

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Bailey Berg

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