How did our writer find himself drinking green rum surrounded by hundreds of Dutch tourists belting out Abba tunes? Such are the adventures of a trip to Curaçao, where the rum and the warm Caribbean air create a charming combination. This week, we take you to the island where surprises await around every corner, and food and history create a rich and unexpected experience. Read more.

And with the possibility of tariffs looming, we’re asking readers: Are you changing your buying habits – or your travel destinations – in the face of a looming trade war? Please share your thoughts.

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