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The Madison Suite Bedroom at the Ritz Carlton NoMad, featuring a palette of brown and bronze and a view of New York City.

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Hotels in New York City

These are the finest places to stay in the Big Apple.

October 31, 2023 09:00 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Cities We Love

27 Non-Touristy Things to Do in San Francisco

Here’s what to do to get to know the multifaceted City by the Bay, from classic attractions to quirky events.

May 1, 2024 12:06 PM

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Jessie Beck

COVID + Travel

Should I Go Home for the Holidays?

AFAR editors reflect on the challenges faced—and decisions made—regarding this year’s less-than-festive season.

December 10, 2020 12:03 PM

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Michelle Baran

A Western-tinged Main Street with colorful shops and a mountain in the background

Weekend Getaways

8 Great Weekend Escapes in Colorado

Skiing in Breckenridge, hiking rock formations in Grand Junction, biking to breweries in Fort Collins—these are a few of our favorite things.

September 11, 2024 11:32 AM

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Bailey Berg

Cities We Love

The African Cities You Should Visit Now

Africa’s natural wonders tend to hog the spotlight, but increasingly, travelers are falling in love with creative urban hubs across the continent like Kigali and Nairobi.

May 29, 2019 01:08 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

Festivals + Events

Why You Should Be Excited About San Miguel de Allende’s Food Festival

This is where to get in on the culinary revolution happening in Mexico.

July 6, 2016 12:56 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Air Travel News

The Major U.S. Airlines Have All Ditched Their Change Fees—for Good

United, Delta, American, and Alaska have all eliminated their flight change fees in one of the more significant changes to the way airlines do business in recent history.

September 1, 2020 02:39 PM

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Michelle Baran

Cities We Love

How to Make the Most of Mexico City in Only 48 Hours

Just two days in Mexico City might seem an impossible task—this guide will help you hit the ground running.

April 1, 2016 07:40 PM

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Carole Dixon

Travel for Good

On Guatemala’s Lake Atitlán, a Novel Way to Support Locals

At boutique hotel Casa Palopó, in a town painted vibrant colors, guests are given credits to spend on local products.

October 9, 2020 03:56 PM

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Tim Chester

Health + Wellness

What Traveling With an Anxious Child Has Taught Me

A travel editor discovers that her daughter’s diagnosed anxiety means different kinds of journeys ahead.

January 6, 2020 03:53 PM

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Ann Shields

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Discover Colombia’s Diverse Music Scene

Different regions of this gorgeous country have given birth to a wide variety of incredible music. Here’s how you can sample it.

Sponsored by ProColombia

The Influencer: Andrew Mariani, Vintner

Where to go in California, according to the cofounder of one of Sonoma County’s most casually cool wineries.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

Books

A Bookish Tour Across America

Travel the United States—from California to Florida—through these essential novels, memoirs, and mysteries.

October 2, 2020 12:21 PM

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Staff

Epic Trips

8 Reasons to Go to East Africa Now

A new nonstop flight between NYC and Nairobi means the wonders of East Africa are within reach as never before.

November 16, 2018 03:37 PM

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Lottie Gross

The pool at the Pan Pacific Orchard in Singapore features city views and has a large plant wall.

Hotels We Love

The 15 Best Hotels in Singapore

From refurbished heritage shophouses to green indoor garden concepts, these are the best hotels in Singapore.

September 16, 2024 04:17 PM

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Charlene Fang

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