Can you skip your hotel checkout?

Hotels are offering more checkout methods than ever. Experts say the “right” one is mostly up to you.

By Andrea SachsSeptember 6, 2024

The best time to buy 2024 holiday flights, according to Google

Google Flights released its annual tips for finding cheap Thanksgiving and Christmas airfare.

By Natalie B. ComptonSeptember 5, 2024

This fall foliage map shows when to see peak colors around the U.S.

Where and when to find the best fall foliage in 2024 across the United States.

By Natalie B. ComptonSeptember 4, 2024
By The WayGuest column

Want to see a city like a local? Take the subway.

Subway stations and train cars provide an intimate view into how citizens shop, interact and move about.

By Liza WeisstuchAugust 30, 2024

Neck fans are everywhere. We tested them in the summer heat.

If you watched the Olympics or traveled in Europe, you’ve probably seen portable fans in the wild. We tried four to see whether they had real cooling power.

By Natalie B. ComptonAugust 28, 2024

Flying standby can save you from a delay. Here’s how to do it.

Airlines are making it harder to jump on earlier flights, but the right credit card can help your chances.

By Chris DongAugust 27, 2024

We asked: Why do you get so hungry at the beach?

Is “Big Beach Hunger” a real phenomenon? “Absolutely,” experts told us.

By Natalie B. ComptonAugust 22, 2024

How to sleep better on a red-eye flight, according to experts

What you eat before your flight, when you exercise and where you sit all affect how you sleep on an airplane.

By Andrea SachsAugust 19, 2024
By The WayGuest column

The best travel souvenir is one for your bar

Bringing bottles of spirits in a checked bag allows travelers to savor their experiences over and over again.

By Yolanda EvansAugust 16, 2024

The best way to see Europe in the heat? Go to the mountains.

Visiting ski destinations such as Switzerland in the offseason means cooler weather, smaller crowds and lots of festivals.

By Michelle TcheaAugust 14, 2024

How tight is too tight for a layover? A guide to connecting flights.

When in doubt, take two hours between flights.

By Natalie B. ComptonAugust 13, 2024

National parks reservations are hard to score. Now you can get alerts.

The free Recreation.gov tool covers campsites, timed-entry tickets and tours on public lands.

By Andrea SachsAugust 6, 2024
By The WayGuest column

Forget movies. TV reruns are the best in-flight entertainment.

When the glut of movie and TV options gets to be overwhelming, turn to “Seinfeld,” “Frasier,” or “The Office.”

By Anne Roderique-JonesAugust 2, 2024

7 cooler vacation destinations in Europe

Spots in Italy, Germany and England are boosting their summer appeal thanks to new attractions, easier flights and better weather.

By Chadner Navarro July 31, 2024

In Italy, free bar snacks are a way of life

Sampling stuzzichini, the free snacks that accompany aperitivo hour, is one of the pleasures of traveling Italy.

By Natalie B. ComptonJuly 30, 2024

Europe 101: How to avoid being a clueless American abroad

Planning your first trip to Europe? Here’s everything you need to know about tipping, hotels and other essential etiquette.

By Sofia AndradeJuly 29, 2024

How to enjoy the airport lounge without ruining it for everyone

Airport lounges, the sanctums of air travel, are becoming easier to access.

By Chris DongJuly 26, 2024

A guide to tipping in Italy, France and other European countries

Customs for tipping in restaurants, bars, taxis and hotels vary depending on the country. But nowhere in Europe will you need to tip like an American.

By Catherine Bennett July 25, 2024

Your flight is stuck on the tarmac. What do airlines owe you?

If your flight is delayed past a certain point, airlines may provide compensation. But you’ll have to work for it.

By Sofia AndradeJuly 24, 2024

What to do if your airline was affected by the global IT outage

Here’s how airlines are affected and what they’re offering stranded travelers.

By Hannah Sampson and Sofia AndradeJuly 19, 2024