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Santa Barbara is a must-stop city on the Californian coastline between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

With a new crop of hotels, restaurants, and outdoor adventures, this sunshiny, food-loving city—nicknamed the American Riviera—has grown even headier.

The California State Librarian talks about the most surprising things you can check out of a library, cool road trips around the state, plus the best local libraries to visit in California.

The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy has helped conserve the natural resources of an amazing piece of land. Come experience its beauty.

On his first visit to Peru—and his first group tour—contributing writer Ryan Knighton discovers that adventure comes in many, many forms.

Whether you love the idea of sailing past dozens of castles and forts or are eager to explore one of Europe’s more underrated wine regions, there’s a Rhine River cruise for you.

California isn’t the only place experiencing a super bloom this spring.

One writer’s journey through coastal towns and bustling cities—with music and food as the perfect pairing.

While the largest U.S. state has undeniable allure, its vast landscapes can intimidate first-timers who don’t know what to see first. But it’s easier than you think to get a taste of Alaska’s famous scenery.

These 10 superb retreats—many of them new or renovated—allow you to truly live like a local.

This slick new timepiece is nearly impossible to destroy, no matter where you bring it.

Century-old grande dames, boutique stays in heritage buildings, seaside resorts: Barcelona’s best hotels offer both historic charm and modern luxury.

Take a much-needed break with one of these easy weekend getaways in California—you can taste wines, shuck oysters, go kayaking, visit a field of flowers, or even visit a tattoo museum.

When AFAR’s special cruise correspondent got back out on the open water for the first time since the start of the pandemic, things didn’t go quite as planned.

A new luxury adventure with Under Canvas takes guests on an ultra-exclusive glamping tour of 7 iconic U.S. national parks across the West. (Did we mention the private jet?)