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The 7 Best Things to Do in Curaçao, According to Island Locals

Street festivals, hiking, authentic food markets, and the best spots for snorkeling—plus where to stay

Sponsored by Visit Napa Valley

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I Was Born and Raised in Hawaiʻi—Here’s Where Locals Go to Escape the Crowds

You can get off the tourist trail in the islands. Travel in the spring or fall, avoid chain restaurants, or volunteer on your vacation.

February 10, 2026 12:56 PM

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Catherine Toth Fox

4 Days In

The Perfect 4 Days in Rio de Janeiro, According to Locals

Rio de Janeiro warrants a long weekend—not just during Carnival.

April 1, 2025 02:17 PM

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Joel Balsam

Navy Pier in Chicago is the official start of Route 66.

Road Trips

4 Can’t-Miss Places to Stop on Illinois’ Route 66

Celebrate 100 years of Route 66 with a scenic 301-mile road trip from Chicago to Madison, filled with historic sites, local eats, and small-town charm in Illinois.

Sponsored by Visit Park City

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Summer 2023

What’s the Best Way to Engage With and Honor Local Cultures When I Travel?

Experiencing a new culture can be one of the best parts about traveling—here’s how to engage with local communities respectfully.

August 29, 2023 12:31 PM

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Tim Chester

International Beaches

I’ve Lived in the Caribbean for 8 Years, and These Are My Absolute Favorite Beaches

As a travel writer, I have spent time in stunning places all over the world—but I haven’t found any region that rivals the Caribbean.

November 7, 2024 09:54 AM

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Amy Gordon

These are a few of our favorite essays from Afar's 15 years of storytelling.

From the Editor

Afar Magazine Is Turning 15—Here Are Some of Our Favorite Feature Stories Published Throughout the Years

In honor of our 15th anniversary, our editorial team rounded up a few of our favorite features we’ve run over the years.

September 9, 2024 04:33 PM

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Julia Cosgrove

Spring 2024

How to Explore Philadelphia Like a Local

A quick guide for your next trip to Philly—including where to eat, shop, sleep, and explore.

May 7, 2024 02:12 PM

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Joseph Hernandez

The Congregation is a laid-back café housed in a former church in Detroit’s Boston-Edison Historic District.

Restaurants + Cafés

The Essential Detroit Travel Guide for Foodies

Try these spots recommended by a local chef, from an authentic French bakery to an East African–inspired lunch joint.

Sponsored by Visit Detroit

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Art + Culture

Asheville’s Creative Scene Is Bursting With Talented Artists. Here’s Where to Find Them.

See theater, music, dance, comedy, and more in this artistic hub of North Carolina.

Sponsored by Explore Asheville and written by Joanne O’Sullivan

Downtown Nashville city skyline building view along the Cumberland River. Photo taken in Nashville Tennessee during a cloudy autumn day

4 Days In

4 Days in Nashville: 100-Layer Doughnuts, a Century-Old Print Shop, and Custom Cowboy Hats

Four days exploring Music City is just enough time to find the Nashville that exists beyond the honkytonks.

February 24, 2026 07:25 AM

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Jillian Dara

Cities We Love

A Local’s Guide to the Perfect Day in Toronto

A hotel owner who knows the city well recommends her favorite restaurants, bars, and things to do.

August 3, 2023 02:56 PM

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Michael Kaminer

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