The Indonesian archipelago of Raja Ampat has scarcely changed since spice traders passed this way in the 18th century. But as Maria Shollenbarger sails among its hidden coves on a traditional wooden ...

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TO GET MY advanced scuba certification, I flew about 20 hours from New York to Jakarta, then took another three island-hopping flights and a two-hour boat ride to a clutch of thatch-roofed cottages ...

Though we can’t say for certain what travel will look like once restrictions are lifted, responsible travel is one industry trend that we hope will resurge as a key priority for many travelers. With ...

Raja Ampat on the Bird’s Head Peninsula of far northwestern New Guinea is often called the “crown jewel” of the region. This equatorial archipelago contains probably the world’s greatest concentration ...