If you’re one of the projected record-breaking 70.9 million travelers going on a Fourth of July trip, get ready to pack some patience. “With summer vacations in full swing and the flexibility of remote work, more Americans are taking extended trips around Independence Day,” said Paula Twidale, Senior Vice President of AAA Travel, in a … Read more
One of the best marks of a frequent traveler is being able to pack quickly and efficiently. It’s likely part of the reason that people who fly a lot are so eager to get on the plane as soon as possible, because the faster you board, the more likely you are to secure convenient overhead … Read more
Submissions are open for the 25th annual Travel photo contest! Please read the complete contest rules before you submit your photograph. You can submit your photos here. ● Images that have been heavily manipulated or generated by artificial intelligence will not be accepted. ● Only amateur photographers are eligible. Professional photographers (i.e., anyone who earns … Read more
ATLANTA – Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has 10 parking lots on property, but for hours on Wednesday, 80% of the lots were full. It has been nearly nine months since airport leaders announced the parking situation was about to get frustrating as they worked on parking upgrades; passengers are beginning to reach their boiling point … Read more
When you think about the idea of time travel, you likely think about the fantastic possibility of going backward in time to an event in the past, rather than our constant, inevitable march forward in time. After all, traveling back in time remains one of the greatest tropes in movies, literature, and television shows: the … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Computex 2024 was easily one of my favorite shows in recent memory, but the 15-hour flight to get there isn’t great. I thought I’d experienced long-haul in the past with a 7-hour excursion to New York, but … Read more
No blarney, the Force was with me. Or at least with Watson, a black Lab mix and crack dolphin spotter who, upon detecting dorsal fins, relentlessly barked while racing throughout our small fishing boat jouncing in the Atlantic off Ireland’s rugged coast. Almost magically, pods of playful cetaceans suddenly swam alongside and under the vessel, … Read more
You might be using an unsupported or outdated browser. To get the best possible experience please use the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge to view this website. I’ve had the great privilege of traveling to over 80 countries across six continents. And while my desire to explore new destinations remains strong, … Read more
Among the many people taking a summer road trip or jetting off to popular destinations like Europe or Florida, you’ll likely see some gray hair. Older travelers have returned to post-pandemic travel, especially international travel, with gusto. They tend to fly more and spend more money. While aging doesn’t stop people from traveling, more aches … Read more
“We came across the Friendship Bridge into Canada but got sent back because my wife had pepper spray.” “American customs disposed of the offending spray. We went to our Canadian hotel and discovered my wife’s handgun in the luggage!” “Who knows how much it wound up being in the end? Travel insurance is now a … Read more