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Huntington Beach has evolved from a sleepy surf town into a hopping vacation hub. A born-and-bred AFAR editor offers tips on the best beaches, how to avoid the crowds, and where to get a taste of local favorites old and new.

Take it from someone who lived in the Aloha State for years: This is the best way to recreate a trip to Hawai‘i at home.

There’s a winter wonderland for everyone—even if you hate the cold.

“Getting high” in San Francisco can also mean pairing city views with your cocktails at a sophisticated sky-high lounge.

Many of us are searching for the perfect destination for a romantic getaway. One California resort has all the essentials.

We learned from experience so you don’t have to—heed our advice to set yourself up for permanent ink success.

Whether you want one last great meal before leaving the city or you’re looking for comforting food on a long layover, there are plenty of places worth seeking out in LAX.

Here are our tips for how to plan (and enjoy) a successful family vacation for all ages.

Sailing isn’t just another way to get around—it grants you access to places, communities, and experiences that other travelers often miss.

Is it possible to curb climate change through travel? On a 10-day trip to Brazil’s endangered Atlantic Forest, writer Eric Weiner explores the tricky issue of volunteer vacations, one sapling at a time.

See what this Belize paradise has to offer.

AFAR writer Lisa Abend is a serial expat. She knows she’s officially settled in to a new home when she gains a true understanding of local etiquette.

The islands of Hawaii are perfectly matched to a cruise-based vacation. These choice cruise lines do the destination best.

How many of these are on your list?

Taking on the state’s most iconic highway in what has become—for better or for worse—the state’s most iconic car.