Discover 15 of the most exciting new hotels, from coastal escapes to reimagined landmarks that are shaped by their surroundings.

These creative late-December trips are some of our readers’ favorites. Get exciting ideas for your next holiday getaway!

Every island has a perfect time to go. These tips can help you plan a great island vacation based on the time of year that works for you.

Portable power banks can be a travel lifesaver, but the rules around flying with them have gotten more complicated.

Here’s what you need to know about getting or renewing your passport, and how long the process takes.

These WOW trip reviews illustrate the array of noteworthy locals you can meet when you have a savvy travel fixer in your corner.

Find out what countries have made it harder—or, in some cases, easier—to visit, plus where to find updated entry requirements for your next travel destination.

With the cost of jet fuel surging, you may have noticed airfares climbing recently. Here's how to avoid overpaying.

Travel insurance can be confusing. So we’ve created this primer that lays out the basics of travel insurance, including when you need it—and when you don’t.

The window between Thanksgiving and Christmas is one of the smartest times of the year you could possibly travel. Here's why.

Private guides are the linchpin to a perfect trip. Learn how they can enrich your travel—and how to get connected with the best in the business.

In this recorded Zoom Q&A, experts explain how travelers can guard against travel risks, from unexpected injuries to compromised safety.

Grandparents take heed: When you have a crew with varying abilities, a savvy local fixer can plan a trip that keeps everyone happy.

A wide range of new nonstop flights hits runways in 2026, marking a major expansion of routes to Europe, and a first-ever pairing between the West Coast and Africa.

What are your smartest travel moves this year? During this year's WOW Week, we share how to maximize your travels in 2026.

Malta may be 8,000 years old, but its medieval cities are being “discovered” now. Find out why this is the right time to go.

Our readers share their favorite trips, including destinations that tick all the boxes and could be the highlight of your year.

Don’t you love a hotel you can sightsee from all day long? I'm just back from Venice, with tips for booking hotels with incredible views.

Thanksgiving is a great hack for an exotic family trip: You won’t find the same crowds or high prices as over Christmas and New Year’s.

New nonstop routes are making it possible to avoid connections and speed your way to Italy’s best-kept secrets.