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Whether you’re in search of red sand, great swimming, picturesque sunsets, or a place to party, there’s a beach on Malta to suit your needs.

December 16, 2019 10:26 AM

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Dave Seminara

Food + Drink

Required Eating in St. Petersburg–Clearwater

From a seafood spot with a famous grouper sandwich to a taco joint and museum café, here’s where to eat in the Sunshine City.

August 3, 2020 03:21 PM

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Susan B. Barnes

Tips + News

This Restaurant Is Now the Best in the World

It took top honors at the World’s 50 Best Awards.

June 25, 2019 12:10 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Natural Wonders

Why Madeira Is a Fantastic Long Getaway for Nature (and Food) Lovers

You don’t have to travel far to slow down and savor the scenic beauty and delicious cuisine of this lush Portuguese archipelago.

Sponsored by Madeira Promotion Bureau

Traditional taxi boats in the port of Hydra island in Greece

Islands

Slow Down at These Car-Free Destinations in Europe

No cars, no problem. Grab your walking shoes and slow down at these car-free destinations.

March 31, 2023 05:22 PM

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Sara Lieberman

Coral Hill villa at Bequia Beach Hotel overlooks the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Hotels

Why Your Next Hotel Booking Could Be . . . a Villa Rental

More hotels than ever are offering villa rentals that pair ultra-private experiences with resort-style amenities.

March 31, 2023 02:05 PM

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Mary Holland

Weekend Getaways

How to Spend a Weekend in Quebec City Like a Quebecois

The city has the air of a historic European town, but a weekend here reveals its fresh, unique edge.

June 9, 2022 03:28 PM

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Catherine Maisonneuve

Restaurants + Cafés

In Milan, Pastry Chefs Are Reclaiming Italy’s Traditional Christmas Cake

Move over, supermarket panettone—Milanese pastry chefs are reinventing the country’s famous yuletide fruitcake in delicious ways.

September 12, 2019 11:49 AM

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Serena Renner

History + Culture

How to Experience Elena Ferrante’s Naples—and Ischia, Too

The stars of HBO’s hit TV series “My Brilliant Friend” aren’t just the characters, they’re real-life locations you can visit in Italy.

May 4, 2020 02:07 PM

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Casey Hatfield-Chiotti

Tips + News

Venice Hit by Third High Tide in 1 Week. Can the City Be Saved?

Damage could run up to hundreds of millions of euros during these historic floods. Here’s why November 2019’s “acqua alta” is different from previous ones.

November 18, 2019 12:28 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hiking + Cycling

Hiking With Passion, Hiking With H.E.A.T.

How one writer discovered a love of the outdoors and a community of like-minded newcomers to hiking who looked just like her.

April 20, 2021 06:00 PM

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Kristin Braswell

A wooden deck around a small pool with a sand dune in the background and a thatched roof cutting into the top of the frame

Where to Travel Next

13 Great Beaches for Winter Sun

Warm up this winter on some of the world’s best stretches of sand, from close-to-home shores to more exotic beach destinations around the globe.

December 13, 2023 11:42 AM

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Lottie Gross

Overhead view of St. George's, the capital city of Grenada with several sail boats docked alongside the city's historic buildings

Ocean Cruises

7 Caribbean Cruises We Love

These luxurious, intimate ships and itineraries are AFAR’s top picks for exploring the region.

October 27, 2023 03:04 PM

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Fran Golden

Books

7 UNESCO Cities of Literature Every Bookworm Should Visit

Make the most of your readerly passions at these global cities recognized for their vibrant literary communities.

November 27, 2023 11:06 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

CocoCay Bay in the Bahamas with a small stretch of sand, palm trees and beach chairs and a green and blue seascape

Cruise

The 6 Best Cruises for Exploring the Bahamas

Only 110 miles off the Florida coast, the Bahamas is one of the easiest Caribbean destinations to reach on a cruise. These are our top picks for sailings among this island paradise.

November 18, 2023 10:00 AM

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Fran Golden

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