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Home to one of the nation’s largest artificial reef systems and a maze of hiking trails, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offer a dreamy outdoor escape.

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

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

British Columbia’s wild winter weather makes it the epicenter of a growing travel trend.

From beaches to jungles, these Costa Rica resorts immerse travelers in the country’s most picturesque natural settings.

Calling all dumplingholics—bite into the culinary backstory of manti, delicious dumplings filled with spiced meat. Plus: where to eat the best manti in Istanbul.

The unique train line traverses 500 miles of unmissable terrain and turns 100 next year.

Alabama’s Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offer everything you need for a family-friendly vacation.

A reunion on a quiet coat of Jamaica leads to reconnection and lots of rum punch.

The Freedom House Museum was a former slave-holding pen for one of the country’s largest slave trading companies. Today, it’s a National Historic Landmark and a museum intent on sharing that difficult past.

Airbnb just revealed its 51 most wish-listed rentals in each state (and D.C.). These are the ones AFAR staffers are pining over.

Seattle-based van repair and rental shop Peace Vans is electrifying classic VWs, while maintaining their retro souls.

The Punta Ventana natural arch was a popular tourist draw in the southwest town of Guayanilla.

These 12 road trips across the American Midwest highlight the region’s best drives, from Ohio’s Lake Erie coast to Wisconsin’s Driftless Area and Nebraska’s wide-open plains.