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Food + Drink
From Fried Snacks to Fruit Smoothies, These Are the 12 Foods You Have to Eat in Costa Rica
Travel to Costa Rica for essential dishes like fresh seafood and fruit-packed
batido,
among other culinary delights.
September 23, 2026 03:32 PM
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Nina Kokotas Hahn
Trending News
The Best Country for Living Abroad Is Closer to the U.S. Than You Might Think
A survey of nearly 8,000 expats ranks the best places in the world to take up residence.
July 28, 2026 12:23 PM
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Michelle Baran
Where to Travel Next
This Is Spain’s Most Underrated Coastal City
With broad beaches, walkable neighborhoods, and a thriving culinary scene, Valencia delivers a different side of Spain.
Sponsored by
the Region of Valencia
Restaurants + Cafés
Portland, Maine, Is America’s Best Bakery Town
From James Beard Award–winning sourdough to miso-scallion scones, Portland, Maine, is one of the country’s most exciting places to eat pastries and bread. Here’s where to go.
April 15, 2026 11:20 AM
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Regan Stephens
Books
28 Independent Bookstores in the U.S. You Should Visit
From a shipping container in Portland, Maine, to the world’s largest indie bookstore in Portland, Oregon, these are Afar staffers’ favorite bookshops.
November 19, 2025 03:21 AM
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Aislyn Greene
Festivals + Events
This Vibrant Holiday Is Not the Mexican Version of Halloween. Here’s When and Where to Celebrate It in Mexico.
Taking place over two colorful days in November, Día de los Muertos is a vibrant festival held in memory of passed loved ones.
October 8, 2025 10:02 AM
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Sarah Buder
Off The Tourist Trail
How To Enjoy Costa Rica’s Beaches and Wildlife Without the Crowds
In this Central American paradise, you can see tapirs and sloths, surf the Caribbean or Pacific, and dance to calypso music—all without joining the tourist masses.
August 4, 2025 02:58 PM
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Mona Gable
What’s New In...
A 174-Mile Hike, New Direct Flights, and Calypso Tours—Here’s Why You Should Visit Costa Rica Now
A coast-to-coast trek, food and music workshops, and a luxury resort boom illustrate how this Central American country keeps coming up with something for everyone.
July 16, 2025 02:15 PM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Beaches
20 of the Best Beaches—and Beach Resorts—in Costa Rica
With two distinctly different coasts and hundreds of beaches, this Central American country has a lot to offer for seaside adventures.
July 11, 2025 02:13 PM
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Jessie Beck
Outdoor Adventure
10 Can’t Miss Things to Do in Costa Rica, From Wild Beaches to Local Coffee
Its rainforests are legendary, but there’s more beyond the jungles of Costa Rica that belong at the top of your list.
July 8, 2025 05:08 PM
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Nina Kokotas Hahn
Off The Tourist Trail
How to Take a Crowd-Free Trip to Spain
If you leave Barcelona behind and head to lesser-known villages and islands, it’s easy to avoid the masses.
June 4, 2025 02:17 PM
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Jessica Benavides Canepa
Ocean Cruises
From Canada to the Caribbean, These Are the Best Cruises That Sail Out of Florida
More cruises depart from Florida than from anywhere else in the world. These are our top picks.
April 9, 2025 06:55 AM
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Fran Golden
Hotels
The Hotel Industry Has Traditionally Been a Man’s World. These 6 Women Leaders Are Shaking It Up.
These women aren’t just breaking barriers. They’re building a more inclusive, dynamic future for hospitality—and your hotel experience will be the better for it.
March 28, 2025 03:30 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Hiking + Cycling
The Perfect Guide to Exploring Maine’s Natural Beauty, According to a Local
From canoeing Scarborough Marsh to hiking Robinson Woods Preserve, theater director Edwin Cahill finds clarity and inspiration in the state’s diverse landscapes—and enjoys Portland’s vibrant dining scene, like the restaurant Công Tử Bột.
Sponsored by
the Maine Office of Tourism
Outdoor Adventure
From Lobster Rolls to Scenic Trails, Maine’s Seasonal Adventures Await
Get ready for guided kayaking on historic lakes, snowy bike rides, and amazing coastal cuisine.
Sponsored by
the Maine Office of Tourism
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