Secrets and solutions for dealing with flights, hotels, cruises and family travel, plus the best sites and apps for your digital travel toolkit.
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If you’re itching for something more adventurous than an easy beach escape, these are the best places to travel this August.
Even in the peak summer travel month of July, there are still plenty of places where you can escape the heat, crowds, and traffic jams to the beach.
Summer may feel a long way off, but come June, you will thank us for this smart travel-planning tip.
Wendy shares five essential items that help you pack lean, saving room for gifts and souvenirs you pick up along the way.
Wendy's best holiday travel tips: how to deal with crowded airports, flight delays, bad weather, and even packing.
News about European cities that are limiting cruise-ship visitors, tips for how to avoid the crowds that large cruise ships bring, and ideas for water-borne trips on smaller vessels.
Pleasant temperatures, fewer tourists, and shoulder-season deals make October a great time to travel to a large swath of the globe.
Ring in the New Year at home, then get on a plane: Though prices are high through New Year’s weekend, the week starting January 4 ushers in deals.
Have you ever extended a long-haul trip? Here's a list of strategically located airport hotels that offer respite from lengthy flights.
No matter what baggage regulations your next flight has, you can be ahead of the game with these packing solutions.
Trusted Travel Expert Mei Zhang reports on what travel in China is like right now: lower prices, no Covid restrictions, better infrastructure, and a warm welcome.
A handful airlines have stopover programs that allow travelers to experience two countries for the price of flying to one—and you might even get a free hotel stay out of it.
Learn what CFAR travel insurance coverage is, what it covers, how much it costs, and whether it's right for you.
This is your one-stop resource for all the important details about which countries are opening to U.S. travelers and what their entry requirements are.
Wendy chose the perfect family vacation: a private yacht in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Turkey.
You’ve got your shots. Now what? We’re keeping a list of countries that are open to vaccinated travelers—with no testing or quarantine requirements.
The pros and cons of paying extra for a balcony on river cruises and ocean cruises.
I’m not a travel agent—I’m a journalist who has spent the past 30 years reporting on how to travel smarter. To maximize your experience, click to Ask Wendy for a personalized recommendation for trip ideas and custom-trip designers, tailored to your location and preferences.