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Here’s everything you need to know to renew this essential travel document, from the right forms to use to how much it will cost.

March 26, 2026 12:57 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

Breathtaking scenic aerial view of Doubtful Lake from Sahale Arm on the Cascade Pass Trail in North Cascades National Park.

National Parks

11 Underrated, Crowd-Free U.S. National Parks to Visit in 2026 With No Foreign Visitor Fees

As new entry fees for international travelers take effect at several of the country’s busiest parks, these destinations offer equally striking landscapes without the added costs.

March 23, 2026 02:28 PM

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Emily Pennington

Required Eating: 10 Foods Not to Miss in Minnesota

Food + Drink

These Are the 13 Best Places to Try Native American Food in the U.S.

Contemporary restaurants are reimagining what “American” food means with the help of Indigenous chefs and ingredients.

October 10, 2024 03:32 PM

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Andrea Cooper

Travel for Good

Will Travel Save—or Destroy—the Maldives?

Lisa Abend dives into a beautiful, confusing paradise that may be gone by the end of the century.

January 30, 2020 12:06 PM

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Lisa Abend

National Parks

A First-Timer’s Guide to Banff National Park

Banff National Park is full of rugged mountain peaks, emerald lakes, and vast glaciers. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of your time there.

May 13, 2024 06:49 PM

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Juliette Recompsat

The Future of Travel

Loss of Glaciers Will Hurt Tourism, Power Supplies, and More

With many glaciers rapidly melting because of climate change, countries around the world are facing trouble from the disappearance of the ice sheets.

November 12, 2021 02:01 PM

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Victoria Milko

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Good News: Experts Say Atlantic Hurricane Season Will Be Less Active This Year

Researchers at Colorado State University are predicting a “slightly below-average” Atlantic hurricane season, but people should still be prepared.

April 5, 2019 04:53 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Packing Tips + Gear

The Best July 4th Travel Gear Sales in 2020

Our favorite Fourth of July deals offer big savings on outdoor gear, luggage, and electronics—some of which are featured on AFAR’s Best of lists.

July 4, 2020 11:34 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A turquoise and azure swimming hole surrounded by trees

Family Travel

Mexico’s Caribbean Coast Is Ideal for Kids. Here’s Where to Go and What to Do.

This stretch of Mexican beach paradise achieves what many destinations can only wish for: a family vacation that makes everyone happy.

December 2, 2025 12:06 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Where to Go in Fall

12 Beautiful Beaches in Europe That Are Perfect for Fall Travel

From Albania to the Algarve, these 12 beaches are exceptional in the autumn.

August 26, 2019 03:57 PM

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Lottie Gross

4 Days In

4 Days in Milan: A Wes Anderson–Designed Art Café, Risotto Alla Milanese, and a Must-See da Vinci

Ahead of the Olympics, all eyes are on Milan. From the classic landmarks to hip new restaurants and bars, these are the places to hit up on a long weekend in the city.

October 3, 2025 08:19 AM

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Laura Itzkowitz

Food + Drink

These 5 U.S. Wine Regions Will Make You Swear You’re in France

Fall is the perfect time to visit rolling-hill vineyards and award-winning wineries, from the Willamette Valley to the Finger Lakes.

September 19, 2025 12:06 PM

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Justin Goldman

The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore Republic Bar

AFAR Advisor

These Are the Best Cities for Food Lovers—Here’s Where to Stay When You Get There

From Tokyo to Paris, these hotels place you close to the finest restaurants in the world.

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