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5 Fantastic Reasons to Visit Curaçao Now

Beyond the sublime, crystalline waters of the surrounding Caribbean Sea, Curaçao’s vibrant culture and one-of-a-kind experiences offer travelers a marvelous, mind-opening trip.

Sponsored by Curaçao Tourism Board

Tips + News

Airbnb Wants to Send You on a Sabbatical to the Bahamas

Interested in moving to the islands for two months? Here’s how to sign up.

January 28, 2020 12:01 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Art + Architecture

An Architecture Pilgrimage to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Scottsdale Retreat

A trip to see Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West winter retreat and school—and the Sonoran Desert that inspired him—is a must for architecture lovers.

March 3, 2020 08:24 AM

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Jennifer Flowers

AFAR Approved

The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere Is Now on Sale

Don’t buy an Oru Kayak if you’re the shy, retiring type, because you’re going to get in a lot of conversations.

March 23, 2023 03:08 AM

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Tim Chester

A hill villa at the Maxx Royal Bodrum in Türkiye with a private infinity-edged pool facing the sea.

Stay Here Next

Inside Türkiye’s Most Glamorous New Resort

The luxurious new Maxx Royal Bodrum offers world-class design, gourmet dining, and a secluded Aegean location ideal for both relaxation and high-energy nightlife.

October 11, 2024 12:33 PM

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Anya von Bremzen

AFAR Advisor

5 Fabulous Ways to Discover the Vast Beauty of Colombia

Rich cultural heritage with natural wonders around every bend make for a thrilling, soulful vacation.

Sponsored by ProColombia

Longreads

Why Some People Are Paying to Be Left on a Desert Island—Alone

Since 2010, Docastaway has sent travelers to deserted islands with no training, no company, and few supplies. And business is booming.

August 6, 2024 10:40 AM

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Jen Rose Smith

Point Reyes Station is a favorite among Bay Area locals.

U.S. Beaches

The Most Charming Beach Towns in the United States

These Afar editor–approved recommendations include spots on the East and West Coasts.

June 25, 2024 08:54 AM

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Staff

A night sky lit up by stars and the milky away above a desert landscape with red mountains

Astrotourism

16 Stunning Places to Go Stargazing in 2025

Enjoy a celestial show every night in these ultra-dark locations around the globe.

December 27, 2024 04:42 AM

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Nile Cappello

Air Travel News

Lufthansa to Offer Preflight COVID-19 Tests on U.S. Routes

The German airline said it plans to implement the new testing procedure in October.

September 24, 2020 01:39 PM

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Associated Press (AP)

Several rows of JetBlue's Even More Space seating, grey airplane seats with orange trim

Air Travel News

JetBlue Introduces a New Class of Service

The New York City–based airline is giving its added-legroom seats “even more” love.

January 29, 2025 05:49 PM

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Bailey Berg

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Considering Global Entry? Here’s What You Need to Know First

Your guide to how Global Entry works, what it includes, how much it costs, and if it’s worth it.

February 3, 2023 06:48 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hiking + Cycling

How the Australian Outback Is Poised to Become the Next Great Adventure Hub

A new 125-mile bike trail will be the newest addition to the Northern Territory’s burgeoning adventure travel scene.

April 5, 2019 08:17 PM

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Robert Annis

passengers in a zodiac boat with Hurtigruten's MS Fridtjof Nansen ship in the distance

Cruise News

Hurtigruten Is Discounting Cruises to Greenland, West Africa, the Galápagos, and More

The “Make Waves & Save” sale ends August 31, so now’s the time to start planning your future travels.

June 2, 2023 02:04 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Bran Castle in Romania's Transylvania region

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