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6 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Travel Lovers

2018-02-05

Searching for something heartfelt for your favorite jet-setter? Here are some outside-the-box ideas. Still looking for a last-minute gift for your favorite frequent flier? If you’ve procrastinated on booking a romantic retreat this year or you want to ditch roses and chocolates for a more practical present for your wayfaring partner, look no further than […]

5 Reasons to Reconsider a Cruise for Your Next Vacation

2018-01-30

Exciting itineraries and innovative amenities may change the way you think about cruising. When you picture a cruise vacation, compact cabins, lackluster onboard cuisine and jampacked port towns may come to mind. While there’s no one-size-fits-all cruise that’s ideal for everyone, with today’s innovative onboard amenities, diverse dining options, wellness offerings, high-tech services and exciting, […]

How to Net Airline Miles on Your Next Hotel or Airbnb Stay

2018-01-23

Boost your miles balance on your next overnight stay with these tips and tricks. Do you love collecting airline miles? On your next hotel stay, you can accumulate enough miles for the trip of a lifetime or earn the 110,000 points required to qualify for the Southwest Companion Pass, which lets one person fly for […]

6 Underrated Caribbean Destinations Worth Visiting in 2018

2018-01-11

Explore unexpected, under-the-radar hot spots with superlative sands, surf and scenery. If you’re longing for a Caribbean vacation, there are plenty of idyllic, sun-filled isles to pick from. And fortunately, many hurricane-battered isles have quickly recovered and are ready to welcome tourists. Whether you’re looking for a culinary-focused, adventure-packed or relaxing beach retreat with striking […]

4 Hotel Loyalty Program Changes to Watch in 2018

2018-01-08

Take advantage of more perks and redemption options with travel rewards programs in the year ahead. In the new year, hotel loyalty programs will continue to evolve to attract new customers and meet guests’ demands. From major mergers to new loyalty perks and redemption options, major hotel rewards programs are becoming increasingly guest-friendly. Read on […]

5 Wonderful Winter Festivals Worth Traveling For

2018-01-02

Embrace cold-weather pursuits and winter fun with snow ice sculpture competitions, concerts and more. Forget staying home for the dark, cold days of winter. As temperatures cool down, awe-inspiring events and festivals around the world beckon to cold-weather enthusiasts. From an annual wine festival in Taos, New Mexico, to a snow sculpting competition in Lake […]

8 Unique Winter Activities Worth Traveling the World For

2017-12-26

Unleash your inner thrill-seeker on a cold-weather adventure to remember. Winter is upon us, and with it plenty of amazing snow-capped adventures in countries all over the world. From ski bobbing in the Jizera Mountains to igloo building in the French Alps, here are eight challenging, out of the ordinary and downright exhilarating, cool winter […]

5 Festive Holiday Displays to Light Up Your Winter

2017-12-19

From illuminated waterfalls to vineyards to drive-in movies, marvel at dazzling spectacles this season. Americans spent billions shopping online between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday. What were they buying during the five-day holiday spending spree? According to the National Retail Federation, the average American will spend $57.66 on holiday decor, trees and lights this year. And […]

5 Top Places to Spend Christmas

2017-12-12

These spirited cities shine with dazzling light displays, inspiring seasonal scenery and holiday cheer. Spending the holidays away from home can offer gratifying experiences and a chance to decompress from a hectic season, whether you’re traveling solo, with your partner or with friends and family. After all, traveling during Christmastime offers the perfect opportunity to […]

6 Places Where You Can Travel for Good

2017-12-05

In these destinations, your holiday can support local communities. Island hoppers seeking an alternative to fruity rum drinks and poolside loungers and those concerned about the effects of this year’s devastating hurricane season have a variety of vacation options. This year, a host of Caribbean resorts are offering opportunities for guests looking to support schools […]