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

Read Before You Go
Minnewaska Park in New York, cliffs and water
Weekend Getaways
10 Weekend Getaways From NYC for Lobster Rolls, Contemporary Art, and Fall Foliage
Getting out of the city is a breath of fresh air; here’s where to go by train, bus, or car.
October 02, 2025 02:20 AM
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Sarah Buder
Some of the best sunset views of the Catskills are from the terrace at Klocke Estate
4 Days In
4 Days in the Hudson Valley: Wild Apple Ciders, Centuries-old Estates, and Vibrant New Art Spaces
October 01, 2025 11:10 AM
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Michelle Heimerman
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
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Sunrise over colored trees at Shenandoah National Park
Natural Wonders
Charming Small Towns, National Parks, and Road Trips: 18 Beautiful Places to Travel for Fall Foliage
August 25, 2025 04:00 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
A green and yellow train rolling through a fall landscape with yellow and orange trees
Trains
Fall Foliage Is Better by Rail on These 13 Scenic Train Trips
August 20, 2025 02:38 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Hotels
(Left) Mara Wittorp, (Right) The Mark Hotel in NYC
Hotels
What Happens When One of NYC’s Most Famous Hotels Opens the City Just For You?
The Mark Hotel turns New York City into your personal playground—these are a few of the most memorable options available.
October 03, 2025 12:09 PM
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John Wogan
The lobby at Waldorf Astoria New York with soaring ceilings, large stained glass windows and sofas and armchairs tucked into several seating areas
Stay Here Next
A Legend, Restored: The Waldorf Astoria New York Returns to Park Avenue
After eight years dark, the Park Avenue icon returns as a 375-room hotel with restored art deco rooms and salons, livelier public spaces, and service calibrated to the building.
September 22, 2025 12:50 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Five leather, high stool seats line a golden bar area with a cheetah figure atop the counter and black panthers and New York landmarks featured on the wallpaper behind the bar
Hotel News + Openings
The Flashy Art and Bold Style of Faena New York, West Chelsea’s Newest Hotel
From over-the-top artworks to Argentine-influenced bars and restaurants, here’s a look inside one of the most exciting hotel openings in the city.
September 15, 2025 06:57 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
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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 01, 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 05, 2025 02:57 PM
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Billie Cohen
A white wooden building with green roof and two porches on which sit blue and white striped umbrellas
Hotels
Where to Stay in the Catskills and Hudson Valley, New York, in 2025
11 snug boutique hotels for a weekend escape from the concrete jungle
May 29, 2025 03:02 PM
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Sophie Friedman
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
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Hotels We Love
These Are the 17 Best Historic Hotels Around the World
These remarkable hotel makeovers of historic buildings are bringing the past to life again.
May 23, 2025 09:00 AM
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Mary Holland
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 07, 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
Chiva-Som, Thailand
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
A snowy landscape as seen through an igloo-style bubble hotel room, with a grey linen covered bed.
Outdoor Adventure
Hot Take: Glamping Is Better in the Winter
This winter, snuggle up in one of these insanely cozy bubbles, pods, cabins, and geodesic domes.
January 03, 2025 11:04 AM
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Maggie Fuller
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
This bedroom at the Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel has views of the city skyline.
Hotels We Love
These Are the 23 Best Four-Star Hotels in NYC
A dose of luxury, at a gentler price—these are the 23 best four-star hotels in New York City.
October 30, 2024 07:36 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
This Chamber King room at the Virgin Hotels New York has a view of the city.
Hotels
These 5 Hotels Aim to Make Solo Travel Easier
Traveling alone? More hotels are helping solo travelers make connections, stay safe, and have big adventures.
August 28, 2024 03:01 PM
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Alexandra Cheney
A bartender in a white suit and black tie behind a stylish golden bar with five stools and palm fronds on either side
Bars + Nightlife
16 Hotel Bars We Keep Returning To
From lobby bars to rooftop lounges, these are the hotel bars Afar editors love checking out when they’re checking in.
July 03, 2024 11:05 AM
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Ann Shields
Lake Kora Boat Dock
Hotels
Summer Like a Rockefeller at These Historic Adirondack Great Camps
Former vacation homes of the Vanderbilts and Rockefellers are among the beautiful, remote lodgings now open to the public.
May 30, 2024 10:59 AM
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Suzanne Rowan Kelleher
The all-day restaurant and bar at the Warren Street Hotel is filled with pops of color and patterns.
Stay Here Next
This New Hotel in New York City Is an Ode to Global Art, Craft, and Design
The new Warren Street Hotel from British hotelier and designer Kit Kemp is brightening up New York City’s Tribeca neighborhood.
May 24, 2024 01:06 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Three alpacas standing in front of a blurry barn in the background
Hotels
Penguins, Monkeys, and Alpacas, Oh My! 8 Wild Airbnbs for Animal Lovers
At these rental properties around the world, you can commune with wildlife and farm animals.
May 17, 2024 03:24 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
The Tree Haus accommodations at the Green O are elevated 23 feet off the ground.
Hotels We Love
The 10 Top Cozy U.S. 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.
December 29, 2023 12:39 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
High Peaks Resort puts guests within reach of kayaking, hiking, paddle boarding, and more.
Hotels
The 8 Hotels in North America to Book for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Snag a room at one of these hotels in the path of totality next April—before it’s too late.
November 20, 2023 07:52 PM
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Stephanie Vermillion
The Madison Suite Bedroom at the Ritz Carlton NoMad, featuring a palette of brown and bronze and a view of New York City.
Hotels We Love
The 15 Best Hotels in New York City
These are the finest places to stay in the Big Apple.
October 31, 2023 09:00 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
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Hotels
The 7 Best Hotels to Stay at in Brooklyn Right Now
Choosing a hotel in New York City can be overwhelming. Here, we narrow down the options to the best of the best in Brooklyn.
October 21, 2023 09:37 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
10 Affordable NYC Hotels for Under $250 a Night
Hotels
11 Stylish New York City Hotels With Rooms for Under $300 a Night
If you’re visiting New York on a budget, consider staying at one of these hip yet affordable NYC hotels with rooms for under $300 a night.
September 21, 2023 12:07 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Facade of a couple classic brick apartment buildings in New York City
Hotels
Do New Airbnb Restrictions Mean the End of Vacation Rentals in New York City?
For some visitors, short-term rentals provide a way to access neighborhoods and pricing they can’t access otherwise with hotel stays. But residents complain about a depleting affordable housing supply.
September 18, 2023 08:00 AM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
The lobby of the Nine Orchard in New York City features nubby yellow couches and shares and floral wallpaper.
Stay Here Next
How a Restored Bank—and New Hotel—Became NYC’s Hottest Culinary Destination
A neoclassical bank in New York City’s energetic Lower East Side neighborhood has been transformed into a luxurious boutique hotel.
May 02, 2023 06:22 PM
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Aislyn Greene
Barriere Hotel
Stay Here Next
Stay Here Next: Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s New York
A touch of Paris lands in Tribeca with the U.S. debut of the Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s New York.
March 27, 2023 12:42 PM
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Kristin Braswell
Resources to help plan your trip
Trending News
Amtrak’s Fastest Train Is Launching This Month on the East Coast
A new era of high-speed rail is coming to cities throughout the Northeast with the debut of Amtrak’s NextGen Acela trains.
August 11, 2025 06:30 PM
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Bailey Berg
4 Days In
4 Days in New York City—How to Have the Perfect Long Weekend, According to Locals
Your ideal NYC itinerary includes renovated art museums, world-class shows, a French Japanese bakery, and a revolving restaurant.
July 17, 2025 01:47 PM
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Ellen Carpenter
U.S. Beaches
The U.S. Has Nearly 100,000 Miles of Shoreline—These Are the Prettiest Beaches
These nine beaches stand out for both natural beauty and distinct character.
July 14, 2025 05:58 PM
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Becca Blond
Art + Architecture
Step Back in Time at These 12 Frank Lloyd Wright Houses Across the USA
Although he became famous for designing public works like the Guggenheim Museum, the American architect’s bread and butter was building private homes.
July 14, 2025 12:54 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Health + Wellness
Find Your Zen, No Passport Required, at These 8 Meditation Retreats
You don’t need to go halfway around the world to escape from the stress of daily life.
July 09, 2025 02:09 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Cities We Love
America’s Best Cities of 2025
The numbers are in: New data reveals how U.S. cities stack up in Resonance’s annual list of the best in the country.
June 24, 2025 09:24 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Air Travel News
Now Open: The Newest Capital One Lounge May Make You Want to Miss Your Flight
Capital One just opened its new global flagship airport lounge at JFK, and the entire experience is a love letter to New York.
June 23, 2025 09:43 AM
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Paul Rubio
Trending News
This City Was Just Ranked the Happiest in the United States
The recently released 2025 Happy City Index ranks cities based on the happiness of their citizens. The highest-rated U.S. city also happens to be one of the largest, liveliest cities in the world.
May 27, 2025 06:28 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Art + Culture
The Star-Studded Return of New York’s Shakespeare in the Park—and 5 More Outdoor Theater Events Worth Seeing
Experience theater alongside a chorus of crickets and under a blanket of stars.
May 19, 2025 01:55 PM
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Ellen Carpenter
Holiday Travel
These 7 Places Are Having the Most Festive July 4 Parties
Because where else would you be?
May 05, 2025 04:29 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Food + Drink
This Neighborhood Is the Most Underrated Place for Asian Food in New York City
Soup dumplings, dim sum, and hot pot—need we say more?
May 01, 2025 02:09 PM
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Rachel Chang
Trains
Not Every Amtrak Route Is Scenic—But These 8 Train Rides Are Truly Worth It
Slow down and soak up the beauty of the U.S. on these epic train trips.
April 24, 2025 02:23 PM
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Ellen Carpenter
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