I’ve been lucky enough to experience all kinds of trips over the years, from a multigenerational holiday in Germany to an outdoorsy honeymoon in Madagascar. But until recently, I had never really taken a big solo trip. Sure, I’ve done my fair share of solo travel around the U.S. — but most of my trips…

Panera Bread has overhauled its MyPanera loyalty program, replacing its previous personalized rewards system with a more straightforward points program. As of Aug. 19, MyPanera members earn points on eligible purchases that they can redeem from a set rewards menu. Frequent customers can also unlock a new MyPanera+ status tier after spending $300 in a…

The both loved and hated jet-age mobile lounges at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) have a bit more life left in them yet. The vehicles that ferry travelers to and from several of IAD’s concourses and the international arrivals facility cannot be retired until the mid-2030s when several critical pieces of the airport’s $19.9 billion…