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With just an old photograph in hand, a writer sets out to understand her father’s role in the Vietnam War—depending entirely on the kindness of strangers willing to help.

Tourist-Free Thailand

AFAR chose a destination at random—by literally spinning a globe—and sent writer Karen E. Bender on a spontaneous journey to Ireland.

Three of the chef’s favorite places to eat.

An arctic voyage is a sensory experience unlike any other. At the southernmost tip of the world, everything feels ephemeral—but that’s the magic of it.

One angler’s trip to Oklahoma.

A traveler journeys to the heart of Grasse, where jasmine grows and memories linger.

Understanding the Sky

The tradition of artisanal rum making has become central to island life.

Eating Like a King in Hue, Vietnam

Founder’s Note: Reflect, Refresh, Recharge

In Japan’s capital, youth dress up—and let loose—in over-the-top themed establishments.

Chris Colin experiences a Caribbean paradise from both sides of a resort’s walls.

Rainer Jenss is the founder of Smart Family Travel and has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Family Travel Bloggers by Babble.com. As a Family-Travel Correspondent for AFAR, he’ll be posting Highlights and Wanderlists from his family travels.

Get to know this east-side neighborhood.