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Article / Beach & Water Sports

Park of the Week: Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore

An easy day trip from Chicago by train, the 15-mile Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is ideal for swimming, horseback riding, and racing up and down the sweeping dunes.

Article / Honeymoons

Travel Troubleshooter: Help, My Honeymoon Flight's Been Canceled!

Was it wise for this traveler to book his honeymoon flights off a Travelocity fare alert e-mail? When the airline cancels the flight, you have to wonder if honeymoon planning is best…

Article / LGBTQ

New England Road Trips: 4 Vacation Ideas for the LGBT Crowd

Hit the road and check out the lively, charming New England towns of Ogunquit, ME, Mystic, CT, Portsmouth, NH, and Provincetown, MA.

Article / Family & Kids

How To Stay Cool in New York City: 4 Indoor Ice-Skating Rinks

When the mercury rises in New York City, cool off by heading indoors to these ice-skating rinks that are open year-round in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

The Gulf of Mexico Needs Tourists to Swim Against the Tide

As tens of thousands of travelers cancel their beach vacations in the wake of the massive oil spill, a small number of tourists will swim against the tide. Too bad it's just a small…

Article / Air Travel

How to Beat Jet Lag: Top Tips from Experts

Resetting your watch when you travel is easy. Resetting your brain is a lot more difficult, which is why Jet Lag challenges even the savviest of travelers

Article / Local Experiences

The Best Museums of Bremerhaven, Germany

Experience Antarctica and Africa all in one day at the Climate House exhibit in Bremerhaven, Germany, where a new complex of family-friendly museums and attractions await.

Article / Hotels

Hotels Maximum Occupancy Rules: Should You Try to Beat Them?

Cramming the family into just one roo breaks a hotel's maximum occupancy rules but it saves money. What to be prepared for if you break the rules.

Article / Packing & Luggage

Packing Tips: 4 Things to Take (or Leave Behind) When You Travel

For all the travelers who have succumbed to buying cheesy souvenirs, here are some packing guidelines on what to keep and and what to skip. How many sombreros or berets do you really…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Norwegian Epic: The Top 10 Cruise Highlights

Our intrepid team of cruise experts was among the first to sail aboard the Norwegian Epic. From the Blue Man Group to massive waterslides, here are the highlights of the new megaship.

Article / Cruise

A Review of NCL's Norwegian Epic: A Flawed Giant with Va-Va-Voom

Can the Norwegian Epic live up to all the hype? From the dining options to the bathroom design that's a colossal mistake, writer Matt Hannafin susses out all the details in this ship…

Article / Hotels

Travel Troubleshooter: I Didn't Wake Up Happy at My Hotel

A traveler thinks she books two nonsmoking rooms through Hotels.com, but winds up with two smoky rooms that make her family feel ill. Should this online travel agency have guaranteed…

Article / Arts and Culture

New York City Summer Fun: 7 Great Places to Hang Out

Save this summer guide to New York City's best parks and piers, with free movies, concerts, and festivals.

Article / Family & Kids

Family Travel Packages: Colonial Williamsburg & Maryland's Eastern Shore

Do these family travel packages in Virginia's Colonial Williamsburg and Maryland's Eastern Shore add up to big savings? We do the math, so you don't have to.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Single Parent Travel Tips: How to Plan a Successful Family Vacation

Traveling as a single parent can be tough. Here are some simple travel tips and ways to even have some free time to yourself.

Article / Air Travel

Passenger Rights: Why It Pays to Know EU 261

If you're flying to Europe, know your rights as a passenger. EU 261 is Europe's equivalent of Rule 240, which compensates you in the event of denied boarding.

Article / Family & Kids

The Able Traveler: Accessible Camping Made Easy

Summer is here and it's time to pack up the car and hit the road for that long anticipated family camping getaway. But what if someone in your group uses a wheelchair or a scooter?…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Park of the Week: Ice Age National Scenic Trail

If you don't know much about the Ice Age you might enjoy a learning experience on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, in mild-climate Wisconsin rather than a place as cold as the name…

Article / Money and Fees

They Canceled My Hotel Room (And I Can't Get It Back)

A traveler's Priceline reservation is mistakenly canceled when he calls to add an extra night. Here's what you should do if you're ever in a similar situation.

Article / Local Experiences

Washington's Wonderful Wines: Who Knew?

California wines get the lion's share of attention, but Washington wines are proving to be a worthy competitor. Plan your next wine-tasting vacation with these tips and tools.

Article / Entry Requirements & Customs

Fly Safe, Fly Smart: When Kids Fly Alone

Sending an unaccompanied minor on a flight can be anxiety-inducing for everyone involved. Streamline the trip by following these simple steps and knowing what to pack for your child.

Article / Hotels

Affordable Lodging: A Café-Turned-Hostel in Taxco, Mexico

Mexico is full of budget-friendly destinations, but this could be one of the cheapest: A popular café in Taxco has added a hostel, which is free if you spend a certain amount in the…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

6 Bad Car Rental Rules and How to Steer Clear of Them

The price of renting a car can quickly add up once you add in all the extra fees. Here are six simple ways to help keep your rental costs under control.

Article / Cruise

Ask the Cruise Experts: 600 Ships and Counting

With so many cruise lines to choose from, how can you pick just one? Get some advice from these four cruise experts, who have collectively sailed on more than 600(!) ships.

Article / Family & Kids

Travel Troubleshooter: A Canceled Disney Vacation, a Missing Refund

A family emergency forces a group to cancel its Disney World vacation, but the travel insurance company refuses to refund the airline tickets. Will Mickey relent and help out?