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The 10 Best Beaches in Maui—and Where to Stay

With sugary sands, turquoise waters, coral reefs, surf breaks, and more, Maui’s best beaches offer something for everyone.

March 20, 2024 11:32 AM

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Amanda Castleman

Epic Trips

Hiking Mt. Etna, Italy’s Friendly Local Active Volcano

How to visit this well-loved peak in Sicily responsibly.

March 19, 2024 01:22 PM

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Hillary Richard

Why Solo Female Travel Is Important (and Where to Go)

Solo Travel

As a Solo Female Traveler, Here’s Where to Go

These are the best destinations for women traveling solo, plus tips for how to go.

March 08, 2024 09:15 AM

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Sarah Buder

Art + Culture

The 15 Films That Inspired Us to Travel

Get ready for some major silver screen wanderlust.

March 06, 2024 01:40 PM

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Aislyn Greene

Packing Tips + Gear

The Ultimate Beach Packing List for a Weeklong Vacation

Packing for your surf-and-sand vacation is as stress-free as a day at the beach, thanks to this easy reference guide to your essentials for a week.

March 02, 2024 01:24 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

A 2022 Guide to Seeing Cherry Blossoms in Washington, D.C.

Cities We Love

A Local’s Guide to Viewing Washington, D.C.'s Iconic Cherry Blossoms

Here’s everything you need to know about seeing the famous flower bloom, from navigating D.C.'s most popular festivals and locations to lesser-known viewing spots around the city.

March 01, 2024 03:33 PM

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Jessie Beck

Washington, D.C.’s Cherry Blossom Bloom to Peak in March This Year

The city’s iconic flowers normally bloom in late March or early April—here’s when the National Park Service predicts they’ll be at their fullest in 2024.

February 29, 2024 05:59 PM

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Jessie Beck

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Want to Work From Anywhere? Here Are 9 Places We Can Personally Recommend.

AFAR’s own remote workers and digital nomads share their picks for where to plan a remote work trip, both abroad and in the USA.

February 29, 2024 01:50 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Hillside casitas at Enchantment Resort in Sedona, Arizona with red and sandy-hued rock formations in the background

Family Travel

These Are Our Favorite Places to Visit for Spring Break

Whether you’re looking for sun or snow, a city break or a nature-filled escape, these editor-approved spring break travel destinations are foolproof.

February 27, 2024 08:10 PM

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Michelle Baran

Colorful collage of clothing and accessories

Cruise

Cruise Fashion Unpacked: The Ultimate Guide for What to Wear on Your Next Sailing

From swimsuits to sweaters, dresses to denim, here’s how to pack fun, comfortable, and practical pieces from brands that promote ethical and sustainable fashion.

February 27, 2024 03:43 PM

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Terry Ward

A pool at Baha Mar resort surrounded by cabanas and palm trees.

Loyalty + Rewards

I Paid for a $21,000 Trip Using Mostly Points and Miles. Here’s How You Can, Too.

AFAR’s points and miles expert took 10 family members to the Bahamas for his mom’s 75th birthday and only paid $3,000. Here’s how he covered the other $18,000.

February 27, 2024 02:24 PM

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Paul Rubio

Hotels

These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Santa Monica

Whether you’re after a boutique retreat right on the sand or a historic hotel for sunset cocktails, these spots will give you a true sense of Santa Monica, California.

February 26, 2024 07:32 PM

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Kathryn Romeyn

The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern and its surrounding gardens

Hotels

7 New and Reimagined Hotels and the California Regions They Call Home

Whether making their debut or unveiling renovations, these are some of the best accommodations to book for a Golden State getaway—and regional travel tips for each.

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