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Premium Economy vs. Economy Plus on Airplanes: What’s the Difference?
Want some extra legroom on your flight? Or an elevated set of amenities? The differences in price and perks between premium economy and main cabin plus seats.
Flying Through LAX? Now You'll Need to Pack One of These
The Transportation Security Administration clamped down on liquids and gels in carry-ons way back in 2006. An entire generation is reaching adulthood without ever having known the…
5 Ways to Get Free Admission to Museums (or at Least a Steep Discount)
Entry fees at museums are skyrocketing, but there are still ways to get in for free or at a substantial discount.
Chocolate Overload! We Dare You to Visit All 6 of These Artisanal Shops in Zurich
Mention Switzerland , and most people think of mountains or watches—but most of all, of chocolate. Those silky-smooth milky mounds and luscious ganaches. Those perfect pralines. Those…
The World's Best River Cruises—Which One Should You Choose?
River cruises are a hot vacation choice for good reason. You ride along calm waters to discover the interior of countries in Europe , the U.S. , and elsewhere, often docking right in…
Avoid Travel Cancellation Fees with This Simple, Legal Trick
If it's too late to get out of that hotel booking, that Disney dining reservation, or other advance plan, there's often a simple last-ditch thing you can do to wriggle out of it.
Doing Niagara Falls If You're Stuck on the American Side
The legendary Niagara Falls, one of the greatest natural attractions in North America, straddles the border between Ontario, Canada, and New York State. In an ideal tourism situation,…
Europe in Autumn: Where to Go in September, October, and November
For travelers averse to Europe’s summer crowds, heat, and prices, autumn is an ideal season to visit many parts of the continent. What’s more, Europe puts on a good show this time of…
The Worst U.S. Airports for Catching a Connecting Flight
We're naming airport names, and breaking down our advice by season, ticket type, and more.
No, Cruise Ships Are Not Banned from Amsterdam
Another week, another inaccurate travel headline that seems designed for clicks.In recent days, you might have read that Amsterdam's city council has outlawed cruise ships. BBC News:…
How to Prep for High Altitude Before Your Mountain Vacation
Headed into the mountains? Here's what medical experts recommend to avoid altitude sickness.
Don't Scan a Fake QR Code! Scammers Can Steal Your Personal Info
An earlier version of this post has been updated with new information.We know QR codes are convenient, allowing quick access to the website or payment portal of a restaurant, parking…
Avoid Cruise Ship Port Crowds By Using These Websites and Strategies
Some places lose their charm when they're inundated with cruise ship passengers. Use these tools to know when the quiet days are.
The Air Traffic Controller Shortage: When Will It Improve? How Can You Prepare?
A shortage of air traffic controllers may be contributing to flight disruptions at U.S. airports. How—and how long—will your travels be affected?
Can Passengers Bring Cannabis on Cruise Ships? What to Know About Pot and Cruising
Is marijuana legal on cruises if it's legal where you board? Let's weed out the myths from the facts.
Scam Alert: Passengers Report Fake Airline Phone Numbers Are Listed by Google
Some passengers are saying bogus customer service phone numbers are being displayed on Google, leading unsuspecting customers directly to scammers.
Africatown Heritage House: New Museum About Last Known Slave Ship to U.S.
A new museum dedicated to the lives and legacies of people aboard the last known ship to transport enslaved Africans to the United States has opened in Alabama. Mobile's Africatown…
Do You Need Tickets for the Pantheon? Navigating Rome’s Confusing New Fee Rollout
After centuries—nay, millennia—of flinging open its mighty bronze doors free of charge, the Pantheon, one of the most-visited attractions in Rome, is now charging admission. Effective…
Martha's Vineyard for Families: Cool Things to Do with Kids and Teens
The storied Massachusetts island is a great place to take kids—and these often-overlooked family experiences are worth seeking out.
Disney World Attendance Is Way Down, but Don't Blame Politics
On the Fourth of July at Walt Disney World in Central Florida—a day when crowds are usually shoulder to shoulder—the pathways were shockingly clear. Wait times for most rides were 30…
The Best Iceland Cruises: 11 Small-Ship Lines You Should Know
The best Iceland cruises give passengers up-close views of the land of fire and ice from aboard small ships.
1 in 3 Flights Could Be Canceled This Summer, Europeans Warn
Today's Times of London published a headline that will dismay anyone who has a European vacation in the works for this year: Air traffic control strike will hit up to 1 in 3 summer…
SCOOP: No, Dubrovnik Is Not Fining Tourists €265 for Using Wheeled Luggage
The story isn't true.This happens more often than any of us should accept: Scandalous "news" is published and because it's clicky, it gets spread far and wide—but nobody is actually…
The best vacations with kids: Pauline Frommer on where to go, places to stay, getting there, food, sightseeing, and great experiences.
Marie Antoinette's Private Rooms at Palace of Versailles Now Open for Tours
At the Palace of Versailles in France, members of the public may once again step behind the gilded paneling of the Queen's State Apartment and into the two-story suite of rooms used by…