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Michelle Baran

Michelle Baran

Travel News Editor at AFAR Magazine

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This Midwestern City Has North America’s Best Airport Three Years Running

Despite crowds, cancellations, and ongoing crew shortages, overall passenger satisfaction with the airport experience is starting to improve, a new J.D. Power survey shows. Here’s how airports in the U.S. and Canada rank.
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The Best Country for Living Abroad Is Closer to the U.S. Than You M...

A new survey of more than 12,000 global citizens who live abroad ranks the best places in the world to take up residence.
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Arizona Makes the Perfect Family Road Trip—If You Choose the Right ...

From a historic Phoenix resort to a luxury Sedona retreat and a stylish Grand Canyon base camp, these hotels make a weeklong Arizona road trip with kids surprisingly easy.
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This New California Wine Country Hotel Is Built Around Great Food

Backed by chef Charlie Palmer, the recently launched boutique hotel brand Appellation has unveiled its flagship location in the heart of Sonoma County.
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For Global Travelers Worried About Visiting the U.S., a New Tourism...

Brand USA, the country’s tourism marketing body, has launched a new initiative with the goal of providing up-to-date information for international travelers with concerns about visiting the United States right now.
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This National Park Gateway Town Is Celebrating 25 Years as the Worl...

Alongside a new astronomy center, Flagstaff is now a hotbed of standout culinary outposts, making it the ideal place to kick off your Grand Canyon–fueled adventure.
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Europe’s New Digital Border System Goes Into Full Effect in April—W...

ETIAS, Europe's new travel authorization regulation that will require international arrivals to get advance approval and pay a fee before entering Europe, was supposed to go into effect in 2025. That's no longer the case.
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The 2026 World’s Happiest Country Rankings Are In. Where Does the U...

Find out what makes Finland so happy.
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You May Want to Think Twice About Drinking Coffee on a Plane

Pack extra bottled water and hand sanitizer, folks.
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Are Global Entry and TSA PreCheck Operating as Normal? Here’s the L...

The Department of Homeland Security initially said on Sunday that it would pause both TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs due to the partial government shutdown. But that’s not what happened. Here’s what to know.
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Wellness, Retro Glam, and Relaxation—Escape to Palm Springs at Thes...

California’s desert oasis is abuzz with fresh new hotels and recently refreshed resorts, making now the perfect time for a Palm Springs getaway.
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Ancient Palaces, a Cat Café, and KPop Demon Hunters—the Perfect Fam...

My kids wanted to go to Japan. We took them to South Korea instead—and our timing was “Golden.” Here's our parent- and kid-approved itinerary for exploring Seoul and Jeju Island.
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My Favorite Wellness Travel Tip? Take Your Kids. Really.

Spas, saunas, and hot springs that welcome kids offer the opportunity to rethink what the wellness experience actually is—and who it is for.
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Here’s What to Do as Soon as Your Flight Is Canceled or Delayed

If your air travel plans are less than smooth, use these tips and strategies to get your trip back on track.
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Arizona Desert Waters, Historic Virginia Baths, a Colorado Mining T...

Where to go to seek the healing benefits of natural thermal springs in an immersive hotel setting.
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Big Sur, We Missed You. How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Califor...

Redwoods give the best hugs.
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Are Lots of People Coughing on Your Flight? Stay Healthy With These...

Whether your airline requires you to wear a face mask or you want to keep one on for extra protection, these are the best masks to buy for travel.
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Thanksgiving is The Busiest Day of the Year for Travel, But These D...

The holidays and holiday weekends often bring with them some of the most congested days at the country’s airports and on the roads.
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Cowboy Core Is Alive and Well at These Dude Ranches in California

There is a thriving tradition and history of guest ranches in California.
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Planning to Go to Yosemite National Park? A New Reservation System ...

After several weeks of uncertainty, a new system will go into effect to help prevent overcrowding at the popular California national park.
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The Real ID Deadline Is May 7—Here’s What TSA Says the Air Travel R...

We reached out to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to find out what will happen if travelers arrive at the airport without a Real ID on or after May 7, 2025. Here’s what the agency advises.