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The apartment of France’s last—and most lavish—queen was closed for five years for restoration.

Venice in the off season is its most cinematic.

Here’s how to have an epic adventure at Channel Islands National Park.

Even though the Pandemic That Shall Not Be Named has prompted the cancellation of many (every?) trip, it’s still possible to reconnect with the world. Here are 40-plus ideas for U.S. trips, vetted and tested by AFAR editors, for when the time is right.

A recently launched Japanese cruise line is offering a more culturally immersive way to explore lesser-visited corners of Japan.

If you’ve never heard of this small town in the northern tip of France, you’re probably not alone.

Ponant’s “Le Commandant Charcot” is the world’s only Polar Class 2 passenger ship capable of navigating through dense, dynamic fields of floating ice. For the first time, it’s bringing passengers to Canada’s St. Lawrence and Saguenay Rivers in winter.

In Alberta, Canada, the Métis Crossing cultural destination was conceived and built by Métis people to tell their story—and provide an immersive experience for visitors. Now, it’s growing. A recent expansion added sky-watching domes and plans for a new spa and wellness center.

Most travelers avoid Thailand when the weather gets wet. But what if rainy season is actually the perfect time to visit?

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

Here’s how to visit the East African country as of January 2024.

Get to know the American South on these top road trips. We’ve got one for every state, spotlighting Gulf Coast beaches and bayous to Civil Rights landmarks, mountain drives, music trails, and unforgettable food stops.

Plan a dream vacation in sunny California to suit all types of interests.

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

Here’s everything you need to know in order to plan the perfect Texan solar eclipse excursion, from where to stay to what to do in the area.