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National Park Free Days in 2025: When All U.S. National Parks Waive Entry Fees
The days in 2025 when getting into a national park costs nothing
Europe in Spring: Where to Go in March, April, and May
In March, April, and especially May, some spots in Europe achieve the travel trifecta: pleasant weather, manageable crowds, and reasonable room rates. Other areas of the continent…
Cruises in 2025: New Ships, Port Restrictions, and Other Trends
Cruising will be more popular than ever in 2025. Here's what's new and noteworthy on the high seas.
New York City's Top Christmas Attractions
Air conditioning, bank ATMs, toilet paper, hip-hop, and Waldorf salads were all invented in New York City . Believe it or not, so was the modern way of celebrating Christmas. In Gotham…
The Caregivers' Guide to Traveling: How to Navigate Airports with Passengers with Special Needs
If you're flying with someone who has mobility or cognitive challenges (such as dementia), set yourself up for success. An inclusive travel expert explains the best ways to prepare to…
Notre-Dame Reopening in Paris: Photos of the Restoration, Plus How and When to Visit
On Saturday, Dec. 7, Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris will finally reopen to the public with a globally broadcast ceremony and a series of celebratory masses. The more than 800-year-old…
What the Spirit Airlines Bankruptcy Means for Travelers
No-frills carrier Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the company has announced. As NBC News reports, Spirit has had a rough few years, characterized by…
Which Countries Do Not Require 6 Months of Passport Validity? 12 Options for Renewal Procrastinators
To enter some countries, your passport expiration date must be at least 6 months away. But if your passport is expiring soon, you still have options. Here are 12 popular…
Despite Heavy Financial Losses, Low-Cost Carriers to Europe Will Survive
Will low-cost transatlantic airlines continue to survive in the months ahead? That’s a big question currently asked by travel professionals. On its answer rest the hopes of many…
Airline Refund Rules: What You’re Owed for a Canceled Flight
With the busy holiday travel season fast approaching, a new Department of Transportation rule designed to protect U.S. airline passengers has gone fully into effect. As of Monday,…
What You’ll See on the Newly Expanded, More Interactive Tour of the White House
While we all stress out over who will move into the White House in January, one of the building's current occupants has unveiled some long-in-the-works upgrades to how visitors…
5 Ways to See the Northern Lights in Fairbanks, Alaska
Heading to Fairbanks during aurora season? Here are the best ways to spot the northern lights during your visit.
How to Find Out if a Cruise Port Will Be Crowded When You're There
Cruise ships keep getting bigger and bigger, but the delicate historic sights of Europe and the Caribbean remain the same size. When locals complain about overtourism, cruise ships are…
Hotel Noel! The Jolliest Hotel Christmas Decorations and Traditions
Lots of hotels across the United States get festive each December with lobby Christmas trees, visiting carolers, and enough twinkling lights to rival a stargazing park. But the…
New United Flights to Greenland, Mongolia, Bilbao, and Beyond
We may look back at 2024 as the year when overtourism reached a breaking point. In many of the world's most visitor-clogged destinations, local governments enacted new restrictions and…
Alaska by Ferry: See Incredible Places for a Fraction of What Cruises Cost
I honestly don't know what made me open my eyes. Traveling aboard one of Alaska ’s state ferries from Juneau to Petersburg, I'd dozed off in the outdoor solarium—enjoying the mix of…
Don’t Have TSA PreCheck? In Boston, There’s a $3 Trick to Skipping Airport Lines
A blessing and a curse for travelers to and from Boston is that the city’s international airport is pretty much smack-dab in the middle of the action. Buttressed against the Atlantic…
What to Do in Provincetown: A 1-Day Side Trip from Boston
Windswept sand dunes and a windswept Cher impersonator riding a stand-up scooter down Commercial Street—those are basically the twin poles of any getaway in Provincetown, Massachusetts…
The Best National Parks to Visit for Fall Colors This Year? Surprising New Data Shapes This List
For hikers and road trippers eager to see vibrant fall colors, many U.S. national parks have impressive displays this time of year. Makes sense—where there are trees, after all, there…
What to Know About the U.K.’s New Online Application and Entry Fee for Visitors
Launch dates, fees, and other info to know about the U.K.'s ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization), a requirement for all visitors, including U.S. citizens
Should the Eiffel Tower Olympic Rings Stay Up Permanently?
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris had a lot of memorable moments. That cringey Australian breakdancer alone provided enough fodder for several highlight reels. But we've all moved on…
Fall Foliage Map for 2024 Predicts Midwest Will Outdo New England
The Midwest will have the most vibrant fall foliage in the United States this year, according to a new forecast released by the weather watchers at AccuWeather. In a wedge of the…
Europe in Winter: Where to Go This December, January, and February
Some of Europe’s wonders can only be experienced in winter—Christmas markets, the northern lights, alpine skiing, and breathing room in popular cities all come to mind. Good luck…
What’s Up with These Hourslong Check-in Lines at Las Vegas Hotels?
"Hotel check in wait times are out of control in Las Vegas," social media influencer VegasStarfish argues in a recent posting. The video evidence accompanying the claim certainly makes…
Alaska by Train: A Car-Free Itinerary for Touring the 49th State
As you might have heard, getting a rental car in Alaska can be tough. Inventory is limited and demand is high, especially during the peak travel months of May to September. But if…