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Opened April 16, 2026, Indonesia’s 21-villa Nihi Rote has oceanfront pool villas, epic surf breaks, and a hospitality academy for local students.

Just back from Honolulu, an AFAR editor explores the history and culture of Waikīkī through the lens of its hotels and personalities.

From his surf school to turtles and rainbows, we caught up with world-class surfer Jamie O’Brien to find out why he calls the resort “planet Hawaii.”

Textured Waves strives to make the surf world more diverse and accessible for women of color.

Hop aboard a family-friendly train ride through redwood forests or an adults-only trip in Napa wine country.

From fun and funky to classy and refined, there’s a beach for every person in the Garden State.

With two distinctly different coasts and hundreds of beaches, this Central American country has a lot to offer for seaside adventures.

Adventure meets culture across Maui and Oʻahu, where hiking, surfing, snorkeling, and horseback riding come layered with storytelling, tradition, and unforgettable views.

Sensory-friendly restaurants, hotels, and attractions welcome travelers with autism to the beautiful resort town of Myrtle Beach.

With so many things to do in Costa Rica, here’s what you need to know about when to visit.

With new flights, an emerging culinary scene, and a wide range of activities that go well beyond the surf, this under-the-radar beach town is a California getaway worth planning a trip around.

Here’s how to get a taste of everything the city has to offer before the sun goes down over Santa Monica Boulevard.

From California to Spain, enjoy snow in the morning and ocean waves in the afternoon.

From glitzy Coronado to rugged San Onofre, these represent the best of the SoCal coast.

These scenic black-sand beaches are worth planning a trip around.