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An overhead view of Egeskov Castle surrounded by a moat and manicured gardens in Denmark.

How to Go Off the Beaten Path in the Nordics

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

Sponsored by The Nordics

Travel for Good

How Vegas Is Embracing Sustainability—for Real

Huge solar arrays, electric transportation, and recycled masks are all playing a part.

July 12, 2021 04:03 PM

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Matt Villano

Young black woman with curly hair sitting in airport, tired, with red rolling suitcase

Travel Tips + Etiquette

We Tried These 5 Unusual Jet Lag Remedies to See If They Work

Jet lag can really put a damper on international travel. Here’s how you might be able to beat it.

January 12, 2026 05:58 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

4 Days In

4 Days in Miami: Coastal Horseback Rides, Jazz Under the Stars, and Cuban Coffee Culture

A Miami resident shares go-to spots beyond South Beach, from Little River bistros to a botanical butterfly garden.

January 9, 2026 12:40 PM

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Terry Ward

Tips + News

This Is the City Americans Are Flocking to Most for the Holidays

Christmas in paradise sounds very merry, indeed.

December 10, 2019 06:04 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Ten Ways to See Costa Rica

Adventure travelers who want to experience the pura vida of this Central American country can choose from zip lines, scuba diving, horseback excursions, and more

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LGBTQ Travel

Why Ft. Lauderdale Is Among the Most Welcoming Cities for LGBTQ+

Searching for somewhere over the rainbow? Try South Florida.

February 24, 2021 10:21 AM

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Paul Rubio

Hotels

How to Enjoy Bermuda’s Pink-Sand Beaches and Other Delights Even More

From art and spa treatments to golden-hour cocktails, the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club is a dreamy base and helps you travel deeper in the island.

July 29, 2022 11:30 AM

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Hamilton Princess and Beach Club

Family Travel

The Best Weekend Getaways in the U.S. for Families

From Vegas to the Catskills, these are our favorite spots for a mini break with the kids.

August 5, 2024 03:54 PM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Photo Essays

AFAR Photo Awards 2019

We asked to see the world through your lens—and you showed us. Here are the winners and jurors’ picks of the 2019 AFAR Photo Awards presented by United MileagePlus.

July 31, 2019 10:36 AM

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Staff

4 Days In

4 Days in Alberta: Dogsledding, Cave Tours, and Indigenous Campfire Stories

The Canadian province is a winter wonderland filled with memorable scenery and thrilling adventures.

November 20, 2025 10:21 AM

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Jennifer Malloy

J.R. Harris hiking in Torres del Paine National Park, Chilean Patagonia, in 1995; man in a red bucket hat with a large camping backpack on his back overlooking a snow-capped mountain range and valley.

Longreads

The Greatest Traveler You’ve Never Heard Of

J.R. Harris is one of the most prolific solo hikers the world has ever seen. But he’d never tell you that himself.

April 19, 2022 08:31 AM

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Katherine LaGrave

Art + Culture

Appreciating the Artistry of Turkish Carpets

A trip through Istanbul offers a close look at this ancient art—and plenty of shopping opportunities.

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Hotels

These Vacation Rentals Are Custom Designed for Travelers

AvantStay leases the homes it lists and then has professional designers refurnish and decorate the properties to create spaces catered specifically to hosting getaways.

March 12, 2021 09:51 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cities We Love

14 Things to Do in Belgrade

Where to eat, stay, and play in the Serbian capital.

April 14, 2020 03:07 PM

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Mekalyn Rose

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