Planning a trip for 2026? Don’t miss this must-have accessory, say experts
It’s not fear driving Harry Wenkert to make a “must-have” travel purchase for 2026. It’s peace of mind, he says.
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A wheel good investment: Here’s the luggage that survived 350 days on the road
Some travel disasters start small. It’s a wobbly wheel you hardly notice until you’re double-timing it through the terminal and your carry-on suddenly feels like you’re dragging an anchor.
Americans are quitting their vacations. Here’s how to leave your trip early
It was supposed to be his first real vacation in years — a hiking trip to the Canadian Rockies. And then Erwin Gutenkunst got a call from the office.
Passengers are arriving too early for their flights. They should do this instead.
Have you started arriving at the airport gate early? Like, way early? Mary Vogel has. For her upcoming flight from Chicago to Paris, she’ll get to the terminal more than three hours before her scheduled departure.
Travelers are becoming more superstitious. Here’s what they’re doing (and here’s what actually works)
Do you knock three times on the airplane fuselage before you board a flight? Or do you carry a lucky rabbit’s foot on vacation? If you do, then you might be a superstitious traveler.
Irrational fears travelers have — and what to do about them
The holiday travel season is right around the corner, and what better time than now to face your travel fears — especially your irrational ones?
Don’t commit these social blunders on your next hotel stay
What’s the worst thing you’ve seen someone do at a hotel? For Lynne Goldberg, it’s the check-in bully.
Travel insurance is becoming mandatory in more destinations. Here’s what you need to know.
Remember those travel insurance requirements during the pandemic? They’re back.
Travelers are resigned to paying more and getting less. Do they deserve this?
Don’t look now, but air travelers are paying more and getting less — and they’re fine with it.
Airlines are switching planes more frequently. What are your rights?
Do you have any rights when an airline changes your seat assignment? That’s what Jay Libove wanted to know after he lost his assigned seat on a recent flight from Philadelphia to Barcelona.