On Southwest Airlines, it now costs (even) more to check a bag unless you qualify for a fare, credit card or airline status waiver. However, starting April 24, any Southwest Airlines passenger flying between select cities on the U.S. West Coast will be able to check up to one case of wine for free. The…

When the winter chill hits India, Shimla transforms into a magical wonderland that’ll take your breath away. As snow blankets the colonial architecture and surrounding pine forests, this charming hill station becomes a top destination for those seeking respite from the plains’ monotony. You’ll find yourself enchanted by the Mall Road, where vintage lamp posts…

While Odisha mightn’t be your first thought for a winter destination, this eastern Indian state transforms into a unique seasonal playground from December through February. You’ll find that locals and visitors alike are bundling up to enjoy the invigorating temperatures and seasonal activities that make this time of year special in Odisha. Discover Odisha’s winter…

Just like how your friends might call you by a nickname instead of your full name, Japan has different names too! While Japanese people call their country “Nippon” or “Nihon,” the rest of the world knows it as “Japan.” It’s a fascinating journey of how one name transformed as it traveled through different languages and…

Like a spotlight on nature’s grandest stage, the sun first peeks over the horizon in Japan each morning before reaching other parts of Asia. You’ve probably heard Japan called the “Land of the Rising Sun,” but there’s so much more to this name than just geography! It’s a fascinating blend of ancient mythology, cultural identity,…