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Hotels

The 2023 Stay List

Our picks for the 15 best new hotels in the world.

April 4, 2023 09:00 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Health + Wellness

10 Places to Relax and Recharge in Monterey County

Enjoy remote working and learning with a view (while you still can)—or simply kick back—on a getaway in one of California’s most gorgeous coastal areas.

Sponsored by See Monterey

Bars + Nightlife

These Swanky Speakeasies Are Hidden in Unmarked Hotel Guest Rooms—Here’s How to Get In

We’ll tell you five locations, but it’s up to you to find the secret hotel keys and passcodes.

July 24, 2025 09:42 AM

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Matt Kirouac

People

Musician Sasami Left Her Heart in California (and Maine, Vermont, Australia...)

The artist, producer, and composer has found home again but is also dreaming of distant destinations. And tacos.

April 26, 2023 09:34 AM

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Kaitlin Menza

4 Days In

How to Spend 4 Perfect Days in Los Angeles, According to Locals

Soak up the sun, eat your heart out, and venture beyond Hollywood Boulevard in California’s cultural capital.

October 1, 2025 09:40 AM

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Sheila Yasmin Marikar

New rooftop pool at The Gale South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Loyalty + Rewards

When Buying Hotel Points Can Save You Money

Sometimes purchasing points through a hotel loyalty program is a good idea. Here’s what you need to know to save big.

April 4, 2023 03:59 PM

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Paul Rubio

AFAR Approved

Apple AirTag Review: Why You Need This Travel Accessory if You Check Bags

This quarter-sized device makes keeping track of your luggage when you fly (at least a little) less stressful.

September 25, 2023 05:20 PM

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Bailey Berg

San Antonio, Texas cityscape at the Riverwalk.

Cities We Love

Phil Collins Loves This Texas City, and You Will Too

Deep in the historical city of San Antonio, new developments are brewing.

July 22, 2022 09:56 AM

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Tanvi Chheda

Road Trips

A Food- and Wine-Centric Road Trip Along California’s Highway 128

Featuring a diverse range of landscapes, foods, and attractions, a road trip along this lesser-traveled route highlights the best of Northern California’s food and nature.

May 26, 2021 01:18 PM

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Jessie Beck

A group of diners being served at a table in the elegant Mister Charles restaurant in the Knox-Henderson neighborhood of Dallas, Texas.

Restaurants + Cafés

The Best Restaurants in Every Dallas Neighborhood

From coastal seafood to innovative global cuisine, discover Michelin-recommended restaurants.

Sponsored by Visit Dallas

Restaurant employees working in a garden in front of a historic farmhouse restaurant in Norway

Restaurants + Cafés

10 Restaurants Worth Planning a Trip Around

These meals are so special and immersive that they could anchor your entire vacation. Step one: Nab a reservation.

December 27, 2024 09:28 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

A guest room at Firefall Ranch featuring a bed next to a fireplace and soaring windows

Hotel News + Openings

Coming to Yosemite National Park: New Outdoor-Focused Lodges and Glamping Resorts

One of the big challenges of visiting Yosemite National Park—in addition to the crowds—is the relatively limited accommodations. But that’s about to change with several new openings.

May 7, 2024 12:34 PM

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Bailey Berg

Outdoor Adventure

The Perfect Long Weekend in Curacao

From historic Willemstad to pristine snorkeling spots, experience the best of Curaçao in just 72 hours.

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