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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.

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Overview

Planning your trip

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

READ BEFORE YOU GO
Hotel Corduroy - Room x Drifter King 1
Hotel News + Openings
How One Hospitality Group Is Reviving Classic Hotels in Beloved Summer Destinations
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.
May 27, 2026 01:39 PM
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Ellen Carpenter
A row of four tables and blue chairs along a small nook at JetBlue's Bluhouse lounge at JFK airport
Loyalty + Rewards
These Are the Most Exciting New Airport Lounges in the U.S.
May 15, 2026 08:14 PM
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Paul Rubio
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Food + Drink
From Ghee-Washed Mezcal to Fish Sauce Margaritas, Asian American–Owned Bars Are Changing How America Drinks
May 13, 2026 05:31 AM
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Katie Chang
Night view of the main public library in central Calgary. The facade is white and has geometric cut-outs through which the interior lights shine.
Books
These Are the Most Beautiful Libraries Around the World
April 19, 2026 02:55 PM
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Billie Cohen
Wooden cabin exterior surrounded by trees
Wooden cabin exterior surrounded by trees
Hotels We Love
The Best Hotels for a Nature Escape From NYC—No Airport Required
April 15, 2026 03:16 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
HOTELS
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Stay Here Next
I Swapped NYC Subway Delays for Saddles at This New Catskills Ranch
At Driftwood Ranch Resort in the Catskills, Western-style charm pairs with mountain air and outdoor adventures.
September 1, 2025 11:53 AM
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Susan Portnoy
A Steinway piano played by Cole Porter sits in the middle of Waldorf Astoria New York's Peacock Alley bar
Hotel News + Openings
Months Before Its Official Reopening, NYC’s Most Legendary Hotel Is Quietly Welcoming Guests
Waldorf Astoria New York’s updated guest rooms, restaurants, and bars are now available for reservations, ahead of a grand opening this fall.
July 18, 2025 02:02 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
a long dining room table set with white flowers and eight chairs in a hotel room with floor to ceiling windows
Hotels
This Is What It’s Like to Stay in a $35,000 Hotel Suite in NYC
The Park Hyatt New York’s Manhattan Suite costs $35,000 a night—and will make you feel like royalty.
June 5, 2025 02:57 PM
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Billie Cohen
Reception at the Twenty Two New York with dark wood features
Stay Here Next
This Fashion Crowd-Favorite British Members Club Just Opened a Hotel in NYC—and Anyone Can Book a Stay
A new outpost of a London-based members’ club, the Twenty Two New York offers a mix of British charm, intimate dining, and elevated exclusivity, all with a dash of whimsy.
May 28, 2025 10:04 AM
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Tiana Attride
A rendering of the The Langham, Venice showing the hotel's waterside view from the island of Murano
Hotels
Is This the Future of Luxury Hotels? This Hotel CEO Weighs In
The luxury hotel industry is changing fast. The Langham Hospitality Group CEO Bob van den Oord discusses how his brand is adapting—and what the future holds for high-end travel.
March 7, 2025 11:49 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Shore House Pool at sunset at the Hotel del Coronado in California
Hotels
12 Hotels Opening This Year Worth Planning an Entire Trip Around
Afar’s resident hotel expert uncovers 12 of the most alluring new and renovated hotels of 2025, from California to Indonesia.
February 14, 2025 12:54 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
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Hotels We Love
24 Wellness Resorts and Hotels You Should Book Right Now
These are the 24 hotels we recommend most for wellness.
January 31, 2025 01:00 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
The Lexington Avenue entrance of the Waldorf Astoria New York features two white statues and two large staircases.
Hotels
This Legendary Hotel Will Be One of New York City’s Most Important Debuts in Years
Afar’s hotel expert Jennifer Flowers got a hard-hat tour of the soon-to-reopen New Waldorf Astoria New York—here’s what it was like.
January 29, 2025 09:54 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
hotel lobby with columns and steps and trees in the background
Stay Here Next
This Iconic Manhattan Hotel Reopened With a New York–Themed Cocktail Menu—and an $80,000 Suite
The Four Seasons Hotel New York reopened in mid-November after four years of closure.
January 13, 2025 01:36 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
The Art Deco lobby of the Four Seasons New York with soaring marble columns, a high ceiling, and a massive, marbled sky light
Hotel News + Openings
This Legendary Hotel in New York City Has Reopened After Being Closed for Years
The luxury I. M. Pei–designed Midtown marvel is near Central Park—and it’s open to overnight guests again with a reimagined lobby restaurant and bar worth a visit even if you aren’t staying at the hotel.
December 13, 2024 02:15 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
RESOURCES TO HELP PLAN YOUR TRIP
Food + Drink
Bakeries, Boutiques, and Beauty Rooms: NYC Is Having a Korean Culture Moment
From a tiny Chinatown wine bar to a Meatpacking District motor showroom doubling as a cultural hub, NYC’s Korean scene is bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever.
February 18, 2026 01:09 PM
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Katie Chang
Air Travel News
This Is NYC’s Most Exciting New Airport Lounge—and It Includes Killer Tapas From Chef José Andrés
A new culinary-focused lounge concept is the latest enhancement to the LaGuardia experience. We took a look around.
February 17, 2026 05:42 PM
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Chris Dong
Art + Culture
Plan Your Travel Year: 8 Art Shows Worth Traveling for This Year
Whether you want to see a K-pop idol’s art collection in San Francisco, Keith Haring’s lesser-known sculpture in Arkansas, or Frida Kahlo’s self-portraits in Houston, these are the best museum exhibits to build a trip around in 2026.
February 12, 2026 08:02 AM
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Ellen Carpenter
Stay Here Next
This Maximalist NYC Hotel Is One of the City’s Buzziest Openings
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.
February 11, 2026 12:28 PM
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Mark Ellwood
Hotels We Love
These Are the 25 Best Four-Star Hotels in NYC
A dose of luxury, at a gentler price—these are the 25 best four-star hotels in New York City.
February 6, 2026 08:13 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Trending News
One of America’s Most Iconic State Parks Is Expanding
It will absorb two neighboring parks, which will add 150 acres to the area and more connecting trails and overlooks.
February 5, 2026 07:27 PM
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Bailey Berg
History + Culture
Harriet Tubman’s Story Didn’t End With the Underground Railroad—See Where Her Life Began Again in New York
From a historic church to a quiet grave site, Auburn, New York, tells the story of Harriet Tubman’s life after the Underground Railroad and why those final 50 years are as important as her courageous rescues.
February 2, 2026 04:10 PM
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Tykesha Spivey Burton
Hotels We Love
America’s 13 Coziest Hotels to Visit This Winter
With their firepits and comfort-minded interiors, these are the best hideaways where you can embrace the chill this season.
January 13, 2026 12:55 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Hotels
Our Most Memorable Hotel Stays of 2025: a Former Convent, a Cliffside Retreat, an Over-the-Top Penthouse Suite
Afar editors share the 2025 hotel stays they didn’t want to leave—and would happily return to.
December 22, 2025 01:48 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Air Travel News
We Got a Sneak Peek of JetBlue’s First-Ever Airport Lounge—Here’s What We Loved (and Didn’t)
The 9,000-square-foot lounge located in Terminal 5 at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport offers attractive design accented by blues. There are plenty of hits and one major miss.
December 11, 2025 08:26 AM
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Chris Dong
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