Meet the hotels proving that authentic cultural experiences, world-class luxury and soulful hospitality aren’t mutually exclusive.

Afar's resident hotel expert uncovers 12 of the most alluring new and renovated hotels of 2025, from California to Indonesia.

Elephants live in a variety of habitats and can be found in the wild in Africa and Asia. Scientists estimate there are around 470,000 African elephants and between 40,000 to 50,000 Asian elephants.

An Integrated, Prosperous and Peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in the global arena.