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5 Unexpected Ways to Immerse Yourself in Curaçao’s Distinctive Culture

Head to this Caribbean island for one-of-a-kind experiences, from diving among mushroom-shaped coral to joining a street art party.

Sponsored by Visit Curaçao

Packing Tips + Gear

Why an Organization Expert From the Home Edit Always Packs . . . a Purse Tortilla

Professional organizers Joanna Teplin and Clea Shearer shared their own packing systems with AFAR, plus the importance of never leaving home without a pouch full of snacks.

March 10, 2021 11:14 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Destination Spotlight

10 Things to Do on the Candy-Colored Caribbean Island That Sits Outside the Hurricane Belt

Go beyond the beach with history lessons, hikes, and a swinging bridge.

April 27, 2026 04:56 AM

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Tracy E. Hopkins

Light shines through stained glass in exterior view of Dohány Street Synagogue in Hungary

Art + Architecture

Uncover Budapest’s Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventures

Budapest’s rich past creates a destination for off-the-Beaten-Path adventure; see how it can even take you underground in the Castle District.

Sponsored by Alabama’s Beaches

a man and women walk into a cabin wearing Cotopaxi Allpa 35 liter backpacks

AFAR Approved

The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Is My Go-To Travel Bag

Thanks to its smart design, this Cotopaxi travel pack is a carry-on, duffel, and backpack, all in one. Get it for only $160 right now.

October 6, 2023 04:48 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Packing Tips + Gear

If You Want to Pack More Efficiently, Ask a Disabled Traveler

Creativity and disability go hand in hand, and traveling is no different.

July 9, 2024 09:00 AM

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Kelly Dawson

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Longreads

Inside Switzerland’s New Saint Bernard “Theme Park”

Barryland reopened in 2025 as a sleek space dedicated to the giant, gentle Swiss icons.

November 12, 2025 08:27 AM

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Kendall Hunter

Taking up photography in scenic settings like Japan.

Solo Travel

5 Solo Travel Ideas for Pursuing a Craft, Whether You Love Painting, Ceramics, Writing, or Learning Languages

Monet was inspired by his gardens at Giverny in France; Kerouac by his road trips across the U.S. You can find inspiration in your own travels on one of many workshop-style trips.

August 14, 2025 09:28 AM

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Chloe Arrojado

The exterior of Smash Records next to other colorful buildings in the Adams Morgan neighborhood of Washington, D.C.

Art + Culture

The 6 Best Vinyl Shops in Washington D.C.

Plus, what to buy, where to eat and stay, and what to do in the nation’s capital.

Sponsored by washington.org

A guest room at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab in Dubai with a view of its sister property, Burj Al Arab

Stay Here Next

Dubai Adds Another Eye-Popping Hotel to Its Skyline, and It’s a Superyacht-Inspired Beach Retreat

With dazzling views, sophisticated restaurants, and warm service, the beachside Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab brings calm luxury to a city that does everything big.

May 15, 2025 03:55 PM

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Nicola Chilton

Chefchaouen Morocco streets, blue tiles and walls

Cities We Love

The Fascinating History Behind Morocco’s “Blue City”

The story behind the country’s most colorful town.

March 20, 2024 07:00 PM

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Lisa Trottier

Holiday Travel

You Can Now Book the Real-Life “Home Alone” House on Airbnb

The one-night stay only costs $25 (Chicago’s finest pizza included).

December 1, 2021 08:26 AM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Mountain Music and Sparkling Streams: The Ultimate Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip

Road Trips

This Is One of the Most Beautiful Drives in the U.S—Here’s How to Experience It

Two lanes, five days, nine tunnels, and endless diversions on this scenic drive through Virginia and North Carolina.

October 19, 2023 12:30 PM

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Jess Graves

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