Destination Practicalities

Jun 8, 2025 • 3 min read

Here's how to dodge currency conversion fees when paying by card on vacation.

Jun 7, 2025 • 9 min read

As you plan your next trip to Guatemala, keep in mind these key tips on planning, etiquette and safety to make your journey truly memorable.

Jun 7, 2025 • 7 min read

Two writers go head-to-head to decide, once and for all, which is better: the Maldives or Barbados.

Jun 7, 2025 • 7 min read

Zaragoza is a lively, historic city between Madrid and Barcelona. Plan your visit with this first-time guide.

Jun 6, 2025 • 8 min read

Taking everything into consideration, from sights and nightlife to budget and lifestyle, which California city is right for you – LA or San Francisco?

Jun 6, 2025 • 6 min read

Experience one of the world's most luxurious and stunning destinations without busting your budget.

Jun 6, 2025 • 6 min read

Italians have some unspoken rules that they are very passionate about. Here's how a tourist can blend in.

Jun 5, 2025 • 8 min read

The West Loop has transformed at a dizzying speed to become one of Chicago’s buzziest, most dynamic neighborhoods.

Jun 5, 2025 • 7 min read

Whether you're going for the Stampede (you should) or stopping off on your way to Banff, Calgary is worth your time.

Jun 5, 2025 • 8 min read

Orlando has theme parks galore, but this dynamic city gives you plenty of other reasons to visit.

Jun 5, 2025 • 7 min read

There is nothing like summer on the Costa Brava. Plan your visit with this guide.

Jun 5, 2025 • 10 min read

Experience the best of Indonesia's beaches, volcanoes and culture with our pick of the top scenic driving routes.

Jun 5, 2025 • 8 min read

From packing tips to Tube etiquette, here's how to be ready for a visit to London.

Jun 4, 2025 • 6 min read

Steeped in millennia-old history, gleaming and gritty, hectic and laid-back, cheerful and whining, just like its inhabitants, Athens is a diverse and eclectic.

Jun 4, 2025 • 9 min read

Spend two weeks touring the Baltic States with this road trip, which takes in highlights of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia.

Jun 4, 2025 • 11 min read

Make the most of your trip to the vibrant city of Salzburg with tips on what to pack, how to get around, where to find medical help and more.

Jun 4, 2025 • 9 min read

Got a limited time in Thailand? Here's how to make the most of a five-day trip.

Jun 4, 2025 • 8 min read

Add a few days to a Lisbon itinerary to set out on a some incredible day trips, from surfing and romantic hill towns to emerging art spots and heritage sites.

Jun 4, 2025 • 8 min read

These five road trips showcase the very best of the Loire Valley's striking scenery with a side of French culture.

Jun 4, 2025 • 11 min read

Here's how to make sure your visit to Barcelona doesn't add to the city's problem of overtourism.

Jun 4, 2025 • 7 min read

Plan your visit well to one of Tunisia's prettiest villages.

Jun 4, 2025 • 7 min read

Any trip is an adventure in a state where the journey is as absorbing as the destination. Try our guide to Alaska's best itineraries by land, air and sea.