Kathryn Romeyn

Afar Contributor

Kathryn Romeyn is a Bali-based journalist and devoted explorer of culture, nature, and design, especially throughout Asia and Africa—always with her toddler in tow.

Most recent articles
Accessible by seaplane, the Raa Atoll is an underwater wonderland for divers and snorkelers.
Hotels
10 Beautiful Islands to Visit for Ecotourism and Cultural Immersion
February 26, 2025 09:05 AM
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A small pool flanked by three lounge chairs and a shaded hut behind with a pink-tinted sunset filling the sky above rolling hills in the background
Safari
I’ve Taken My Kids on Safaris Since They Were Babies, and These Are the Family-Friendly Ones I Trust Most
February 11, 2025 03:25 PM
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This public space at the Raffles Jaipur in Rajasthan has large palm trees and scalloped arches, with a gold fountain at its center.
Stay Here Next
This Palatial New Hotel in Rajasthan Was Built for a Fictional Queen
October 04, 2024 01:36 PM
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Cities We Love
The Perfect 4 Days in Bangkok, According to Locals
September 26, 2024 06:16 PM
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Susurros del Corazón, Auberge Resorts Collection, is located on a private peninsula in Mexico's Rivera Nayarit.
Hotels We Love
These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Mexico for Families, According to Parents
July 11, 2024 12:10 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Torres Del Paine national park, Chile, Patagonia photo:Adam Clark Tierra Patagonia
Hotels
Under Canvas Founder Who Put Glamping on the Map in the U.S. Is Going Global
July 05, 2024 10:31 AM
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The living room of the Three Bedroom Penthouse Suite at the Six Senses Kyoto features a large black and white brush painting, large white sofas, and a large terrace.
Stay Here Next
This Dreamy New Hotel in Kyoto Connects Travelers to Japanese Culture
June 14, 2024 12:19 PM
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Capella Ubud's main pool, seen from above.
Hotels
The 13 Coolest Hotel Pools in the World
June 13, 2024 08:00 PM
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The Lil Wrangler kids' club at Brush Creek Ranch is a standout experience for families.
Hotels We Love
These Are the 15 Best Hotels and Resorts for Families in the U.S.
June 10, 2024 12:18 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
aerial view of Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita
Hotels We Love
These Are the World’s 15 Best Family-Friendly Hotels and Resorts
March 30, 2024 12:34 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
The 8 Best Santa Monica Hotels for a Truly Local Stay
Hotels
These Are the 10 Best Hotels in Santa Monica
February 26, 2024 07:32 PM
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The bathtubs at Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape face the Balinese jungle.
Hotels We Love
The 15 Best Luxury Resorts in Bali and the Indonesian Islands
January 10, 2024 01:12 PM
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Neighbourgoods Market, Cape Town
October 26, 2023 08:07 PM
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The Watershed
October 26, 2023 08:04 PM
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Ellerman House offers unobstructed views of the ocean from most guest rooms.
Hotels We Love
These Are the 10 Best Hotels for Art Lovers
September 16, 2023 06:00 AM
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Klahoose Wilderness Resort
August 25, 2023 05:11 PM
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Hotels
Three Eco-Resorts Are Introducing Visitors to Indonesia’s Overlooked Island
August 25, 2023 10:18 AM
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The Montage Laguna Beach sits along the sun-soaked coast of Orange County.
Hotels We Love
The 15 Best Luxury Hotels in California
July 31, 2023 12:00 PM
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Terranea
July 21, 2023 05:45 PM
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Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, is located in Bali's jungle interior 40 minutes by care north of Ubud.
Stay Here Next
Bali Without the Crowds? This New Resort Offers a Hidden Side of the Island
July 18, 2023 01:40 PM
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diving with whale sharks
Small Ship Cruises
Exploring Indonesia’s Remote Islands on a 12-Person Luxury Sailing Yacht
June 13, 2023 08:23 PM
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The overwater villas at Six Senses Laamu were built using sustainable local timber.
Hotels We Love
The 15 Best Luxury Beach Resorts in the World
June 02, 2023 05:16 PM
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Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape is surrounded by Bali's dense green jungle.
Hotels
These Are Bali’s Most Stunning—and Environmentally Friendly—Hotels
March 22, 2023 02:44 PM
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Some of Playa Viva's accommodations are treehouses that hover six feet off the ground.
Stay Here Next
Stay Here Next: Playa Viva in Juluchuca, Mexico
February 27, 2023 06:15 PM
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A photo of Bangkok's canals
In the Magazine
Just When You Thought You Knew Bangkok, Thailand’s Most Visited City Changes
December 01, 2022 09:01 AM
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KAI Yufuin on Japan's Kyushu Island has views of the region's surrounding rice terraces.
Hotels
These New Hotels in Asia Are Worth the Trip
October 28, 2022 05:33 PM
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Ask a Local: Charné Sampson’s Guide to Cape Town
Cities We Love
Ask a Local: Charné Sampson’s Guide to Cape Town
March 21, 2022 04:19 PM
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How to Bring Home a Piece of Cape Town
Style + Design
Where to Shop in Cape Town: 8 Great Boutiques
March 21, 2022 04:17 PM
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Required Eating: The 8 Best Meals in Santa Monica
Restaurants + Cafés
Required Eating: The 8 Best Meals in Santa Monica
May 19, 2021 01:23 PM
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Broken Shaker @ Freehand Hotel
Broken Shaker
April 20, 2021 04:58 PM
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