Cures for spring fever
Make sure you’ve got a plan in place when spring fever hits. It’s time to plan your getaway. Here are five ideas to consider. Read more
Briefs
New Yorkers take stage at ‘Shakespeare’ in park
This summer, the Public Theater’s free Shakespeare in the Park will be both for the people of New York and by the people of New York. Read more
How to rent a car abroad
Renting a car while traveling abroad means freedom from bus and rail timetables, but it comes with its own set of complications. Read more
Time for some bird-watching
It’s the Year of the Bird and the Centennial of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. So grab the binoculars and head to the mountains, the coast or the canyons to observe beautiful creatures in flight. Read more
Is trip insurance really worth it?
I’m booking a Europe trip with my family. The tour operator is pushing me to buy a travel insurance policy. Do I really need this? Read more
Tips for car rentals
Choosing a rental car (or not) can be an important part of the family vacation planning process. Here are five ideas to consider. Read more
Hotels that help you say hola or bonjour (and more)
Travelers can immerse themselves in the dialect of their destination in fun and engaging ways. Read more
Tips on solo trips with kids
Traveling solo with kids? Here are five ways to ensure that good times are had by all. Read more
How to score a free car rental — with an interesting catch
Do you want a free rental car for three days? You even get a free tank of gas. But at the end of those three days you have to give up the car and find your own way home. Read more
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Stick with local currency when using credit cards abroad
If you’re paying in dollars, you’re probably missing a chance to save money. Read more
5 resorts to take crew for some tee time
Take to the links with your crew, where they’ll develop skills in golf, a sport they can play for a lifetime. Here are five extraordinary places where you can tee it up together. Read more
Travelers weigh-in on must-have products
Traveling away from home can be fun, but it can also be unfamiliar and perhaps even uncomfortable. Read more
Places where you can really get away from it all
According to new research offered by Project Time Off, just one in four (27 percent) of employees surveyed actually unplug on vacation. Here are five places where hitting the off button won’t be a problem. Read more
How do airlines decide who gets their seat upgraded?
Ever wonder how airlines decide who gets a seat upgrade on flights? Read more
Plan for next year’s vacation
It’s that time of year when we review recent adventures and plan for the year ahead. Here are five ideas to inspire your family’s travels. Read more
Tips when letting a child join another family’s getaway
Long weekends, school breaks and holidays mean your child could be invited to join another family’s getaway. Here are five tips to consider before flashing the green light. Read more
Five ways to stretch the vacation budget
When time and money are in short supply, it’s your cue to think outside the box. Here are five money-saving ways to make the most of your next family vacation. Read more
Various factors affect flight connecting times
Consumers generally won’t have access to the complete listing of all MCTs, but you can Google your flight and your airports and “connect time” and get a better idea. Here is what you need to consider. Read more
AAA study reveals Americans love fall travel
A new study revealed that almost 30 percent of Americans plan to take a fall vacation this year. Read more
Most fun cities — scientifically ranked
Who knew you could quantify fun? Apparently, WalletHub’s research team did. Read more
Bathroom finder app only available in Japanese
Now in Japan there’s an app with an “emergency” button to help you find the nearest bathroom. Read more
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