New York

It’s no wonder New York is one of the most visited states in the U.S. Home to New York City, one of the world’s great metropolises and a hub of art, culture, food, theater, and, well, almost everything, as well as beautiful nature like the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley, it’s truly a one-of-a-kind destination for travelers.

Person wearing blue gloves shucking oysters hot from above

Photo by Doug Young

Overview

Planning your trip

Use these articles, resources, and guides to plan and inspire your next trip in New York.

READ BEFORE YOU GO
HOTELS
Heading to New York City? These are the best luxury hotels for every type of traveler in Manhattan—whether you’re hiding out, showing off, chasing restaurant reservations, or waking up next to Central Park.
From Montauk to Jackson Hole, a new wave of hotel openings is bringing fresh energy to iconic destinations through design-rich spaces rooted in local character and lore.
From the Hudson Valley to the Catskills, Berkshires, and Finger Lakes, these hotels immerse you in forests, lakes, and mountain landscapes—all within a few hours’ drive of New York City.
The hotels on this list are as thoughtful about accessibility as they are about design, going beyond compliance to make travel more comfortable and intuitive for disabled guests.
From Victorian London to Boston and Pasadena, Langham hotels continue to define timeless elegance and modern hospitality.
We checked in to the newly opened Faena New York to see if it lived up to the hype. We found theatrical design, a see-and-be-seen crowd, and key amenities that are still on the way.
A dose of luxury, at a gentler price—these are the 25 best four-star hotels in New York City.
With their firepits and comfort-minded interiors, these are the best hideaways where you can embrace the chill this season.
Afar editors share the 2025 hotel stays they didn’t want to leave—and would happily return to.
The Mark Hotel turns New York City into your personal playground—these are a few of the most memorable options available.
RESOURCES TO HELP PLAN YOUR TRIP
The recreational cannabis industry is budding across the country—but the issue of where to enjoy marijuana publicly is still a work in progress.
At these rental properties around the world, you can commune with wildlife and farm animals.
The best way to travel is by breaking a sweat.
What could be more all-American than escaping your everyday routine and holing up in a cozy retreat by one of the country’s picturesque lakes?
Explore Asian American art, history, and culture at these engaging exhibits.
Lessons learned taking a Tesla road trip.
Financial losses have forced the airline to embark on a “network optimization” effort.
From raising up underserved communities to fighting book bans, these indie shops are on a mission.
AFAR’s picks for the 31 best new hotels in the world.
Give your summer travels a healthy dose of arts and culture with these spectacular events.