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5 Hotel Questions to Avoid—and What to Ask Instead
Hotel staff explain how small etiquette missteps can affect your stayFebruary 24, 2026
5 Costly Mistakes You’re Making When Booking Flights
What you need to know before you purchase your next plane ticketFebruary 23, 2026
10 Telltale Signs You’re an American Abroad
From fashion choices to cultural habits, these small tells can instantly give Americans away abroad—plus simple tips to help you travel more thoughtfullyFebruary 9, 2026
No REAL ID? How the New $45 Fee Could Affect Your Travel
If you still don’t have a REAL ID, here’s what the new $45 airport fee means for your domestic travel, the documents you’ll need to fly within the US, and how to obtain your REAL IDFebruary 2, 2026
5 Common Passport Myths Revealed
Separating fact from fiction when it comes to getting, renewing and using your US passportJanuary 30, 2026
Sleeper Trains Are Back: The Rise of Overnight Rail Travel
A renewed love of slow, scenic travel—paired with private cabins, peaceful nights on board, and lower-emission journeys—is bringing sleeper trains back into the travel spotlightJanuary 23, 2026
Travel Smarter with the Best Time to Book Flights and Hotels
From airfare sweet spots to hotel booking windows, here’s when to book flights and hotels to score the best dealsJanuary 14, 2026
Not All Friends Are Travel Friends: What to Consider Before Planning a Group Trip
Talking through priorities, schedules, and spending can help make traveling with friends more enjoyableJanuary 12, 2026
Bereavement Fares: A Guide to Airlines, Rules, and Strategies
How to find and book last-minute flights when a loved one diesJanuary 12, 2026
When the Music Moves You: How Concert Tourism Is Shaping Travel
The rise of concert tourism has tourism boards and hotel companies taking noticeJanuary 12, 2026
Travel Insurance Tips Every Traveler Should Know
From credit card coverage to emergency medical care, here’s how to choose the right travel insurance for your next tripDecember 30, 2025
Closed-Loop Cruises: The Easiest Way to See the World Without a Passport
What you need to know about documents, destinations, cruise lines, and caveatsDecember 17, 2025