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The Haldane Suite at the Raffles London at The OWO features dark wood paneling and gilt chandeliers.

Hotels

London Is Having a Big Hotels Moment. These Are the 6 Openings of 2023 We’re Most Excited About

Take advantage of the strong dollar at these ultra-luxurious debuts across the pond.

September 29, 2023 06:00 AM

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Heidi Mitchell

Hotels

The 15 Best Hotels and Lodges in Australia

There’s no shortage of luxury lodges, urban retreats, and pretty beach houses in Oz—but these are our favorites, from coast to coast.

January 20, 2024 09:00 AM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Plane flying past air traffic control tower with storm clouds in the background

Air Travel News

Air Travel Has a Serious Problem That Will Take Years to Fix

How did we get to where we are, and what does it mean for the flying public?

September 22, 2023 09:48 AM

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Barbara Peterson

Packing Tips + Gear

From One Innovative Cartographer, Paper Maps With Purpose

Derek Lamberton’s gorgeous maps—of Paris, London, Boston, and other cities—allow urban explorers to survey architectural styles, chocolate shops, breweries, and more.

December 21, 2017 01:26 PM

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David K. Gibson

Gondolas in a canal on the Adriatic Coast of Italy

Cruise

These Fun, New Themed Cruises Are Calling Your Name

Are you a food lover, a wine enthusiast, a history buff? Ponant has you covered with its inspiring new collection of themed cruises.

Sponsored by Ponant

Cities We Love

Why the Block Is Asheville’s Must-Visit Neighborhood

Asheville’s historic strip is buzzing again, with a mix of people and places that bring its remarkable past into the present.

February 22, 2022 03:50 PM

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Lia Picard

Epic Trips

Chasing Adventure on Kangaroo Island, the Galápagos of Australia

In 2020, bushfires burned more than half of Australia’s natural wonder. Thankfully, the flora and fauna have begun to return—as have the visitors.

October 10, 2022 02:57 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

A large stone clocktower next to an iron bridge, with fall leaves in the foreground

COVID + Travel

England Drops Quarantine for Vaccinated U.S. and European Travelers

The new rules go into effect on August 2.

July 28, 2021 05:15 PM

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Michelle Baran

Are you staring overpriced airfares right in the nose?

Air Travel News

This Is Why Your Flights Are So Expensive Right Now

Air industry experts fill us in on the factors contributing to sky-high airfares and how to still find a good flight deal.

April 14, 2023 07:26 PM

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Barbara Peterson

7 Brilliant Collapsible Bags for the Space-Challenged Traveler

Packing Tips + Gear

9 Brilliant Pieces of Collapsible Luggage for the Space-Challenged Traveler

The smartest thing you bring on vacation could be an empty suitcase. We’ve picked our favorite foldable travel bags so you can bring home more souvenirs.

September 13, 2023 08:05 AM

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Adrienne Jordan

Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel is a shining example of Belle Époque-era architecture.

Stay Here Next

A Grande Dame Hotel Is Reborn in Cannes. Here’s a First Look.

The Carlton, which turned Cannes into a well-heeled summer beach destination, has just emerged from a major restoration.

April 10, 2023 04:21 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Get ready for your autumn adventures with top-of-the-line outdoor gear.

Packing Tips + Gear

The REI Labor Day Sale Has Some of Our Favorite Gear Seriously Discounted

Stock up on shoes, bags, and camping gear from Afar’s “Best of” lists during the REI Labor Day Sale, which runs through September 2, 2024.

August 26, 2024 12:58 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Hotels

9 Hotels That Celebrate Important Women

Women finally get their due at these hotels, which put their stories front and center.

March 5, 2021 10:25 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

Other

California’s Most Exciting Arts Scene Is Hiding in Laguna Beach

Originally founded as an arts colony, Laguna Beach continues to draw art lovers with its many galleries, museums, festivals, and public artworks.

October 30, 2019 03:02 PM

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Stacey Leasca

People drinking, eating, celebrating inside a festive Spaten Oktoberfest Munich beer tent, wearing traditional German clothing, Dirndls and Lederhosen.

Food + Drink

The World’s Best Oktoberfest Celebrations, From Munich to Brazil

Munich is only the start for these beer-centric fall getaways.

August 19, 2024 01:30 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

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