Intercity rail operator Brightline is extending its buy-one, get-one deal announced last week, saving travelers money on a spring getaway to Florida. For the next five days, Brightline travelers can buy one, get one ticket free, valid for trips taken through May. This means a family of four only pays for two tickets, making it…

Dulles International Airport (IAD) outside Washington, D.C., is set to test first-in-the-nation technology for Global Entry, allowing certain travelers to pass through customs without ever interacting with — or even passing by — a human officer. In the coming months, Dulles plans to launch a pilot program testing the use of so-called e-gates at customs….

St. Croix is quite a versatile tropical destination. Its white-sand beaches and rum distilleries make it the perfect place to kick back and soak in the Caribbean vibes, while its diverse culinary options make it a foodie paradise. If you want a more active vacation, you can enjoy hiking and excellent diving opportunities. So, this…

Many cruise lines honor those who serve our country with various year-round discounts. Some cruise lines extend deals beyond active and retired military personnel, offering special rates to first responders, medical personnel and educators. From onboard credits to a free cruise, here’s a line-by-line list of military discounts and other deals worth checking out. For…

Attention, United Airlines cardholders: There is a new targeted promotion that will allow MileagePlus members holding a cobranded credit card the chance to earn bonus miles or bonus Premier qualifying points after meeting certain spending requirements on their credit cards. United and Chase’s “Rewards Your Way” offer is available to select cardholders. So, if you’re…

The hotel industry’s growing embrace of extended-stay travel isn’t slowing down. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts revealed a new brand — WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham — Tuesday that is actually a mix of furnished hotel-style accommodations and unfurnished apartments for longer-term stays. The brand — which is Wyndham’s 25th —  entered the company ecosystem through…

Posted: 4/2/2024 | April 2nd, 2024 Iceland is a magical country. It just feels out of this world, like you’re on another planet. The rugged volcanoes and black-sand beaches give the island a desolate but striking appearance. If you ask me, it’s right up there with New Zealand and Norway in terms of the most…

Posted: 4/2/2024 | April 2nd, 2024 Trip planning can be a daunting task. Flights, insurance, gear, itineraries, accommodation, and so much more all need to be considered and sorted out before you go. It’s easy to get overwhelmed, especially when you haven’t done something like this before. After over close to twenty years of traveling…

To deliver a great experience, cruise lines have to get the big things right. For instance, they need to design ships that flow well and have venues that excite their customers, and they need to build enticing itineraries. They need to deliver great service. But they have to get the little things right, too. Indeed,…

It might be early April, but there are things you should be doing now to make your summer vacation a hit. Sure, booking your summer trips is an important step, but there are also some housekeeping items to take care of to ensure your summer travel goes off without a hitch. Here’s everything to add…