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12 Places to See Cherry Blossoms in the United States

Where to Go in Spring

15 Places to See Cherry Blossoms Across the United States

You don’t need to fly to Japan to see these legendary pink flowers.

February 09, 2024 02:17 PM

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Alina Polishuk

Art + Culture

5 Music Festivals Worth Traveling For

These global weekenders offer top music and good times—but also a strong sense of place.

February 08, 2024 06:15 PM

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Tim Chester

The legendary Crossroads, the intersection of Routes 49 and 61 was made famous by blues musician Robert Johnson in the Mississippi Delta.

Where to Travel Next

5 Great American Road Trips For Music Fans

Get on the road again to experience these tuneful itineraries through the Mississippi Delta, along the California coast, and more.

February 07, 2024 06:01 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA USA- FEB 2 2016: An unidentified local jazz band performs in the New Orleans French Quarter, to the delight of visitors and music lovers in town.

Art + Culture

7 Cities That Reshaped American Music History

From the Memphis blues to Seattle grunge, the United States’ unique musical genres are products of the cities that birthed them.

February 06, 2024 08:05 PM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

Three people sitting in camping chairs looking at the sky with solar eclipse viewers

Astrotourism

7 U.S. Parks With Great Views of Totality for the April Solar Eclipse

Experience April’s solar eclipse without the city crowds.

February 06, 2024 02:28 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Cities We Love

10 Best Things for Travelers to Do in Charleston, South Carolina

Find out what makes the Holy City so captivating.

February 03, 2024 10:54 AM

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Stratton Lawrence

“There is no normal life in Venice. Here everything and everyone floats,” wrote Peggy Guggenheim, the art-collecting American heiress who made the city her home. There’s only one way to see it and, whether you choose to so by gondola, water taxi, or crowded vaporetto, cruising past the city’s labyrinth of canals, 15th-century palazzos, and churches with their crooked bell towers is an unforgettable experience. Back on terra firma, enjoy the symphony of competing café orchestras in magnificent Saint Mark’s Square—yours for an overpriced cup of coffee. <br /><br /><strong>Travel Tip:</strong> Transfers to Marco Polo Airport, located 7.5 miles from Venice by road and 6 miles by water, are available by taxi, bus, and water bus.

Where to Travel Next

10 Best Places to Visit in April

Head for a solar eclipse experience, jazzy celebration, or underrated tulip destination this April.

January 31, 2024 09:14 AM

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Mark Ellwood

An exterior view of a busy Parisian cafe.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Do You Tip in France? Sometimes—Here’s When and How Much to Give

Tipping in France is fairly straightforward. Follow these handy tips when you order a café crème.

January 12, 2024 02:28 PM

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Lily Heise

Cody's Warren Street at dusk, with several motorcycles; parked cars line sides of street

Where to Travel Next

The Most Charming Small Town in Every U.S. State

Consider these 51 beautiful places found across the country—including Puerto Rico—for your next trip

January 12, 2024 09:01 AM

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Nicholas DeRenzo

History + Culture

8 French Castles Straight Out of a Fairy Tale

Once upon a time, these storied châteaux and fortresses housed royals and scared off invaders—now they’re open to the public.

January 03, 2024 09:59 AM

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Kimberley Lovato

Greenhouses at Kew Gardens botanical gardens in England taken from the treetop walk with green trees near white building during daytime.

Natural Wonders

The Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens in the World

Memorable gardens thrive on nearly every continent, in cities, deserts, and even in the Arctic Circle. Here’s a global tour, with stops at 13 of the most striking.

January 03, 2024 08:58 AM

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James Oliver Cury

As the tide goes out around Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago, miles of white sand dunes are exposed, creating an exceptional landscape.

Where to Travel Next

The Best Places AFAR Staffers Visited in 2023

In a travel-packed year, we hiked in bogs, met mountain gorillas, and discovered much of the USA by EV.

December 27, 2023 11:00 AM

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Tim Chester

People walking into the Capital One Cardholder Lounge on Miami Beach

Loyalty + Rewards

How to Access VIP Events With Your Premium Credit Card

The top credit cards from Capital One, American Express, and Chase all offer exclusive access to some of the best cultural, culinary, sports, and entertainment events of the year.

December 20, 2023 09:28 AM

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Paul Rubio

Woman dancing in a green mountain scene wearing a gauzy flowing dress.

Art + Culture

Asheville’s Creative Scene Is Bursting With Talented Artists. Here’s Where to Find Them.

See theater, music, dance, comedy, and more in this artistic hub of North Carolina.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville and written by Joanne O’Sullivan

Three performers playing upright bass, fiddle, guitar and singing at The Grey Eagle in Asheville.

History + Culture

Here’s Where to Best Experience Asheville’s Artistic Heritage

Poet laureate Glenis Redmond reveals the city’s best spots for dancing—and shares her tips on how to enjoy the city’s thriving literary and performing arts scenes.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville and written by Jenn Rice

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