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A look at the shoreline of Saint Kitts, with multiple boats docked in the harbor.

Where to Travel in 2024 According to Your Astrological Sign

From restorative solo vacations to adventure-packed escapes, plan your 2024 travels with these astrologer-approved recommendations.

December 28, 2023 11:00 AM

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Maliah West

View of a dome room at Clear Sky Resorts-Bryce Canyon, including a bed, sitting area and floor-to-ceiling windows

Hotel News + Openings

A New Glass Dome Resort Is Coming to Bryce Canyon National Park

When a destination is as beautiful as southern Utah, you never want to stop looking all around you. At the new Clear Sky Resorts–Bryce Canyon, you won’t have to.

April 22, 2024 05:46 PM

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Bailey Berg

Tips + News

Sri Lanka Announces Free Visas to Boost Tourism

To help revive its tourism industry after the April bombings, Sri Lanka is waiving visa fees for citizens of 48 countries for the next 6 months.

July 31, 2019 05:15 PM

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Bharatha Mallawarchi

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO Adds 33 New Sites to Its 2021 World Heritage List

The latest additions—from Europe’s great spa towns to a nearly 100-year-old railway in Iran—are definitely worthy of a detour or even planning your next trip around.

July 30, 2021 03:04 PM

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Pat Tompkins

A collage illustration of bags and tape measures meant to serve as representation of carry-on requirements and restrictions.

Packing Tips + Gear

A Guide to Carry-On Luggage Restrictions

How big is too big?

February 10, 2025 12:34 PM

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Brooke Vaughan

Cities We Love

Singapore’s Neighborhoods Not to Miss

These are the districts to explore for a truly multicultural Singapore experience, from Chinatown to Little India.

January 13, 2022 04:15 PM

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Lester V. Ledesma

Epic Trips

How an Encounter with Penguins Changed Her Life

A closeup with nature in the Falkland Islands led this woman to embrace a higher eco-consciousness.

Sponsored by the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card from Chase

Journeys: Caribbean + Atlantic

Island Hop the U.S. Virgin Islands During Festive Season

Enjoy lively festivals, tranquil beaches, and marine adventures across St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix—no passport required.

Sponsored by U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism

A view of the pool, lounge chairs and green landscape behind it at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California.

Health + Wellness

10 Must-Try Wellness Experiences in California

From cosmic yoga in the redwoods to alternative approaches to urban self-care, California is the perfect place to support well-being.

Sponsored by Visit California

A close-up of a person's hand taking a picture of a scenic river overlook.

Packing Tips + Gear

AFAR’s Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Your Phone

What you need to know about traveling with your cell phone to any destination, domestic or international.

December 13, 2023 01:59 PM

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Daniel Dumas

Spring 2025

Is Social Media Travel Ruining Small Town Charm?

During a visit to her ancestral hometown, our columnist considers the aesthetic homogenization that threatens to consume it—and what that means for the world.

April 25, 2025 03:19 PM

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Latria Graham

Books

Independent Bookstores in New York City That We Love

With everything from miles (and miles) of books to discussions with authors, these bookstores are our favorites for a reason.

April 23, 2020 09:54 AM

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Staff

Family Travel

3 Caribbean Getaways the Whole Family Will Love

From a hidden paradise in the Dominican Republic to the private beachfronts of Cancún and Punta Cana, these resorts cater to all ages—and are all about fun and relaxation.

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