I am consistently drawn to island getaways when planning trips for my family — but not the kind where you lie on the beach for a week. Yes, I love the laid-back pace and atmosphere, but what I really love is discovering the food, history, culture and natural beauty (both above and below water). After…

Niseko, on Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido, has become one of my favorite places to ski. Since my first ski trip to Niseko in early 2020, I have returned four more times to enjoy the light, dry powder the area is known for and relax in its onsens. Niseko United, a collection of four interconnected…

There’s never been a better time to travel to Antarctica — at least, when it comes to getting there in comfort and style. The last few years have brought a stunning new crop of small “expedition” cruise vessels specifically designed for Antarctica sailings that are far more upscale and elegant than anything seen before. Built…

It’s shaping up to be a rough week for air travel Flight schedules ground to a virtual halt across the region Monday as a major winter storm slammed the Northeast, where blizzard warnings were effect from Delaware into New England. More than 5,500 flights had been cancelled in the U.S. as of 9:55 a.m. EST,…

Between your hotel, theme park tickets, souvenirs and Mickey-shaped snacks, the cost of a Disney vacation can feel like anything but a fairy tale. Luckily, there are several credit cards that can lessen the cost of your vacation. Here’s a look at the best credit cards for Disney trips. Overview of the best credit cards…

After 19 years, I finally went back to Ko Lipe, the Thai island I spent close to a month on in 2006. Back then, it was one of those super off-the-beaten-path destinations that few but the most intrepid travelers visited, where electricity only ran a few hours a day, basic bungalows right on the beach…

Taking an international flight in business class used to feel like a far-flung dream. My budget is typically in line with economy pricing — even premium economy can feel like a stretch if I’m paying cash on a peak date. It wasn’t until I dove into the world of points and miles that I truly…

Two critical programs that help travelers quickly pass through airports are slated to temporarily go on hold Sunday, according to a report from The Washington Post. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to suspend both TSA PreCheck and Global Entry effective at Sunday at 6 a.m. EST, the outlet said, citing a DHS spokesperson….

The hotel credit on my American Express Platinum Card® stands among my favorite card perks. It’s highly valuable, providing me with up to $600 per calendar year (up to $300 semiannually) in the form of a statement credit on prepaid stays booked with American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts or The Hotel Collection* through American…

Solo travel can be very rewarding, whether it’s just a weekend to yourself or a much longer journey of self-discovery. Although planning your first big solo trip may seem daunting, most people find the experience empowering. You’ll have the freedom to plan your trip (or play it by ear) based on your own preferences, without…