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Mercato, on the ground floor of Janu Tokyo, serves Italian comfort food in a light-filled space featuring a large living tree.

Aman’s New Lifestyle Hotel Brand Is Finally Open—Here’s What It’s Like

Janu Tokyo has finally opened its doors, launching the playful, wellness-focused, and slightly more affordable new luxury lifestyle brand from Aman Resorts.

March 29, 2024 02:18 PM

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Chris Schalkx

Soori Penang courtyard with trees and black and white architecture

Hotel News + Openings

This UNESCO-Designated City in Southeast Asia Just Welcomed a New Heritage Hotel

With the opening of Soori Penang, architect-hotelier Soo K. Chan revisits the city that shaped him, sharing how memory, design, and daily life inform his most personal hotel project.

January 23, 2026 02:32 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

Where to Go in Winter

Ride on the World’s Highest 3S Tramway This Winter in Switzerland

A new ride with killer Matterhorn views opens in time for winter ski season.

October 24, 2018 01:51 PM

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Erin Levi

collage of two photos. one shows a British Airways airplane in flight against a blue sky. the other shows a close-up of a person in a grey sweatshirt wearing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard which is green with a pattern of yellow sunflowers on it

Accessible Travel

5 Services That Help Neurodivergent Travelers Travel Confidently

Travel is getting easier—and more enjoyable—for people with autism, thanks to a growing list of support programs and certifications.

April 4, 2025 01:54 PM

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Jamie Davis Smith

11 Awesome St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Around the World

Festivals + Events

9 Destinations Around the World That Go All Out for St. Patrick’s Day

Ireland isn’t the only place that gets its green on—pack your bags (with leprechaun gear) for these global destinations, too.

March 13, 2023 09:15 PM

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Dana Brindle

The Bushnells live in Granada, Nicaragua; they retired to the Central American country in 2006.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

We Retired in Nicaragua 18 Years Ago. Here Are the Pros—and Cons—of Retiring Abroad

A married couple sought an early retirement overseas 18 years ago. In an interview, they share why they chose Nicaragua and what their next adventure is.

May 22, 2024 05:05 PM

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Andrew Parks

A tray of flaky, shell-shaped pastries with a sweet or creamy filling.

Food + Drink

9 Italian Desserts Not to Miss While in Italy

Tiramisu, cannoli, and panna cotta are a few of the most classic desserts to try when traveling in Italy.

October 14, 2024 05:04 PM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Longreads

“Moon” Travel Is The Latest Trend in Tourism. But What Is It?

Babymoons. “Memoons.” We’re all on moons these days.

February 18, 2025 09:53 AM

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Jen Rose Smith

Pool and view at an Airbnb in Portugal's Douro Valley

Hotels

The Infinity Pool at This Airbnb Might Just Offer the Best View in Portugal’s Douro Valley

A million-dollar view—for less than $500 a night.

October 5, 2023 08:30 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Epic Trips

From Poutine to Pierogi: 4 Must-Try Street Eats

Go behind the scenes with chefs from Québec, Poland, Malta, and Finland as they share insights about their country’s comfort foods and culinary legacies.

Sponsored by United States Tour Operators Association

Dubrovnik Old Town and the City Walls at sunrise, from Fort Lovrijenac (St. Lawrence Fort), Dubrovnik, Dalmatian Coast, Adriatic, Croatia, Europe

Cities We Love

Dubrovnik Without the Crowds—Even During High Season

A recent five-day trip to Dubrovnik and its surrounding area had it all: boating, beaches, amazing food and wine, and historic villas to call home.

September 16, 2022 10:46 PM

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Joe Diaz

History + Culture

Beyond the Northern Lights: Stepping Into Finland’s Evolving Sámi Culture

For many, the thought of Finnish Lapland conjures images of reindeer and ancient traditions, but Europe’s oldest living indigenous culture is far from frozen in time.

September 3, 2019 07:30 PM

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Jill K. Robinson

The Glacier Express is among the dreamiest ways to travel across Switzerland.

Where to Travel Next

How to Enjoy an Eye-Popping Journey Aboard the Glacier Express

As an AFAR travel expert discovered, a magnificent, best-in-class journey awaits on this legendary train. Here are his tips for doing it right.

Sponsored by Switzerland Tourism and Written by Bryan Kinkade

Air Travel News

How to Make the Most of Your Expiring Pandemic Flight Credits

Some future flight credits could soon be expiring. Here’s how to use—not lose—those vouchers.

April 2, 2021 10:55 PM

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Michelle Baran

AFAR Advisor

How to Make Your Milestone Celebration Trip Stand Out

Travel advisor Limor Decter shares travel tips and ways to add “of-a-lifetime” moments to your trip.

November 18, 2020 03:51 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

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