Royal Caribbean has no shortage of food on its ships. However, the next time you’re on a cruise and hankering for lasagna, chicken parmigiana or soup that will make you feel like your nonna is sailing with you, check out specialty restaurant Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen. When you’re there, you’re never far from a great bottle…

The airline network planners seemed to be on their summer vacations in August. After a blockbuster month of route adjustments in July, August was one of the quietest months of the year for network changes. While there were certainly some noteworthy changes — like Breeze Airways’ major expansion into New Haven, Connecticut — it was…

If you’re ready to pop the question, congratulations! But first, you’ll want to ask a different one: How will you actually pay for the ring? According to The Knot’s Jewelry and Engagement Study, the average engagement ring costs around $5,500. Understandably, you’ll want to maximize a big purchase like this with the right credit card….

Six decades after hosting the 1964 Tokyo Summer Olympics — when Japan rapidly rolled out new infrastructure like its Shinkansen bullet train and accommodations like Hotel New Otani Tokyo to welcome the anticipated influx of foreigners — the country remains one of the most beloved leisure destinations in the world. According to the Japan National…

As most frequent travelers know, basic economy has evolved quite significantly since airlines began adding the low-cost fare option over the course of the last decade. Airlines originally saw basic economy as a way to compete with low-cost carriers, and the general principle has remained pretty consistent. You pay a lower ticket price than you…

The best time to book a cruise is when you’ve done your planning, picked a ship and found a cruise fare that fits your budget and offers good value. But that doesn’t stop vacationers from wondering if they’d find a cheaper price if they wait to book tomorrow, next week or next month. I’d love…

When it comes to kids clubs, onboard entertainment and service, Disney Cruise Line blows just about every other mainstream cruise line out of the water. However, it doesn’t quite have the top-deck “wow” factor of other brands. On its ships, the main attractions tend to be the pools and water rides, which include AquaDuck, AquaDunk…

When you think of a tropical vacation, chances are that relaxing in a shimmering infinity pool with a cocktail in hand while taking in the striking views is not too far off from your dream scenario. Beautiful accommodations and great food are to be expected, but a gorgeous swimming pool is truly the cherry on…

One of the biggest misconceptions for people new to the loyalty world is that the only way to earn points and miles is by flying an airline regularly or carrying an airline credit card. But did you know you can earn points or miles for future travel from the comfort of your living room by…

JetBlue thinks there might be some skiers who are willing to splurge on its top-notch Mint business-class experience. The New York-based carrier announced this week that it would start flying its Mint-equipped Airbus A321 to Bozeman, Montana, on a limited run from Feb. 14, 2025, to March 30, 2025. The airline will offer its business-class…