People are not always at their best throughout the air travel process, particularly not at the end of the journey at baggage claim. “Travel these days is stressful,” said Jodi R.R. Smith, the president of Mannersmith Etiquette Consulting. “After a…
As a native New Yorker, I can smell a tourist trap from miles away. (Times Square, anyone?) That said, the term has garnered somewhat of a negative connotation ― but in all honesty, many of these locations are actually worth…
Does May 7, 2025 mean anything to you? If you like to travel, it probably should. That’s the date that the federal government’s long-delayed Real ID Act officially goes into effect. But what exactly is the Real ID Act and…
While people requesting to switch seats with other airplane passengers may not be on the top of your list of worries when it comes to traveling by plane, it’s a hotly debated issue that comes up quite often. Recently, several…
Lots of people enjoy traveling with their dogs, but when it comes to canine vacationing, not all destinations are created equal. “A truly dog-friendly destination goes beyond just allowing dogs. It welcomes them,” Dr. Michelle Dulake, a veterinarian and co-founder…
One of the most common questions international travelers hear is, “Where are you from?” Whenever I travel, I am usually asked this question several times a day by taxi drivers, check-in clerks, servers and fellow travelers. Before last fall, I…
There’s understandably a lot of love for the 63 amazing national parks across the United States. But you can find some real magic in the thousands of state parks in our country as well. I’ll never forget visiting Custer State…
“When I wanted a mix of relaxation and culture, and Phuket delivered,” Harvey said. “This island is so much more than just beaches — it’s wellness retreats, breathtaking island-hopping tours, and some of the best massages I’ve ever had. I…
An endless supply of fresh towels. A mini-fridge full of delicious snacks. These are just a few of the reasons why most of us love staying in a hotel. But spending a night in a place where strangers have slept,…
Traveling can be stressful ― even if you’re thrilled for your trip. So why not start off on the right foot? While everyone has their own way of settling in when arriving to a new destination, there are a few…