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Where to Travel Next

4 Charming Small Towns in Switzerland Every Traveler Should Visit

Immerse yourself in medieval history or retreat to a mountaintop.

September 15, 2022 11:38 AM

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Melanie Haiken

Villa Majorelle Yves Saint Laurent mansion

LGBTQ Travel

Morocco Used to Be a Haven for Gay Artists. It’s a Bit More Complicated Now

Like many other countries, Morocco exists in the liminal space between vibrant LGBTQ culture and a hostile legal framework. What does that mean for travelers?

June 9, 2023 03:28 PM

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Adam H. Graham

Books

The Surprising Book Genre That Could Inspire Your Next Trip

Using settings as characters, the best mysteries can offer a vivid introduction to a city or country. These stories will get you started on your next adventure.

May 21, 2024 06:11 PM

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Pat Tompkins

Jennifer Flowers in the Plaza Hotel in 1987, with her brother Justin in the background.

Hotels

AFAR’s Very Own Eloise on What Makes a Great Hotel

Senior deputy editor and hotels expert Jennifer Flowers reflects on her childhood growing up in the Plaza Hotel and this year’s Stay List.

April 11, 2023 12:37 PM

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Jennifer Flowers

Restaurants + Cafés

What Greece Can Teach You About Cooking—and Life

You’ll pick up more than just knife skills at this cooking retreat.

June 22, 2017 06:07 PM

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Sarah Purkrabek

A white guest room with doors opening to balcony and view of the Eiffel Tower

Hotels We Love

The Paris Hotels Where an Eiffel Tower View Is Actually Worth It

Not all Eiffel Tower views are created equal. These hotels prove why only some are worth the splurge.

September 18, 2025 09:58 AM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Travel Tips + Etiquette

I Tried 4 AI Travel Planning Apps. Did Any of Them Actually Make Booking a Trip Easier?

Some AI travel tools work, but you need to know the tricks.

May 2, 2025 11:53 AM

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Craig Stoltz

Home to more than 2.5 million people, is one of New York City's most bustling—and exciting—neighborhoods.

In the Magazine

What to Do, Eat, and See in Brooklyn, New York

From art to food, here’s what to know about New York City’s most populous borough.

September 6, 2023 07:13 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Cities We Love

Discover World-Class Outdoor Recreation and So Much More in West Virginia

From ancient mountains and natural wonders to charming towns and creative communities, West Virginia should be on every adventurer’s list.

Halloway is a new private railcar company that is offering journeys along some of the most scenic routes in America.

April 27, 2026 06:17 PM

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Bailey Berg

The Peninsula Istanbul is located in the lively Karaköy district next to the Bosphorus Strait.

Stay Here Next

A Look Inside the Peninsula Istanbul, the City’s Most Exciting New Hotel

The latest luxury hotel to open in Istanbul has become one of the city’s most coveted places to stay.

August 7, 2023 10:00 AM

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Anya von Bremzen

Air Travel News

A Complete Guide to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport

You may think you know JFK inside and out, but a lot has changed over the course of the pandemic—and more (big) changes are coming.

May 16, 2022 08:33 PM

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Barbara Peterson

Tour the Country by Train for $399 With Amtrak’s USA Rail Pass

Trains

Tour the Country by Train for $299 With Amtrak’s USA Rail Pass

The American version of the Eurail Pass is currently $200 off the regular price.

January 10, 2023 12:22 PM

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Michelle Baran

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