Planning

Jul 14, 2020 • 4 min read

Hostels have offered independent travelers both affordability and sociability for generations, but can they tempt people back during the pandemic?

Jun 30, 2020 • 7 min read

As campsites start to reopen for the summer, travelers will see some big differences. Here's what you need to know about camping in Europe post-pandemic.

Jun 29, 2020 • 9 min read

From blushing bayous and windswept prairies to snow capped peaks and tunnels through the Continental Divide, these Amtrak routes are full of the best scenery…

Jun 29, 2020 • 9 min read

From FOMO-worthy spots like Greece to off-the-beaten-path countries like Ghana, you can get some flights for close to 40 percent off, if you book now

Jun 26, 2020 • 5 min read

These are the latest flight deals that offer big discounts on fares from the US to cities around the world.

Jun 19, 2020 • 7 min read

Flying on budget airlines can mean saving money for the rest of your trip – if you remember to read the fine print and avoid common pitfalls that come with low…

May 29, 2020 • 6 min read

Travel writer Emma Sparks shares what two decades of travel taught her about herself and others. Here are Emma's top tips to plan your own adventures.

May 21, 2020 • 9 min read

California is irresistible to road trippers. Gas up and get ready for your jaw to drop, from serpentine coastal drives to towering redwood trees, ostentatious…

May 15, 2020 • 9 min read

Here's everything you need to know for a successful visit to one of the most popular outdoor destinations in the US.

May 9, 2020 • 5 min read

A trip to the French capital just days before lockdown had one writer thinking about city breaks past, present and future.

May 4, 2020 • 8 min read

Dog-eared and wrinkled editions of travel guidebooks have mapped new paths for travelers around the globe, but they've also changed the world in surprising…

May 4, 2020 • 10 min read

It’s undeniably one of travel’s greatest pleasures; wandering the streets of a whole new city, soaking up its character and exploring its hidden wonders…

Apr 24, 2020 • 7 min read

Staten Island is more than a turnaround point for the ferry. Take time to disembark and experience historic sites, natural escapes and avant-garde art.

Apr 21, 2020 • 4 min read

With podcasts that range from science to history to literature, these are great choices to help pass time and learn something about the world too.

Apr 8, 2020 • 3 min read

Still have travel on the mind? DIY projects, particularly travel-related, are the perfect way to maintain your love of travel while staying indoors.  

Apr 6, 2020 • 4 min read

From Buckingham Palace to Borough Market via a good cup of tea – London may be in lockdown, but here's how to visit the city virtually.

Apr 3, 2020 • 5 min read

While airlines are losing fewer pieces of luggage than ever, your unclaimed baggage could end up anywhere from European auction houses to Appalachian thrift…

Mar 20, 2020 • 6 min read

New York City's famed theater district might be shut down for now, but you can stream these top stage performances from the comfort of your own home.

Mar 17, 2020 • 6 min read

We're all dreaming of ways to get off the grid and explore somewhere remote. Here are our favorite ways to find off-the-beaten-path travel experiences.

Mar 13, 2020 • 4 min read

A good book can whisk you away into new worlds with interesting characters. Here are our favorite new travel books in 2020.

Mar 12, 2020 • 3 min read

It’s easy to assume that a holiday to Mauritius comes with a hefty price tag, but you can enjoy this island paradise on a budget. Here are our top tips.

Mar 10, 2020 • 5 min read

Getting to Punta Gallinas isn't easy, but the promise of sand dunes, stars and magical sunsets makes it worth the trip.