Rick Steves Says Hold On to Your Travel Dreams

The guidebook guru discusses a year and a half without seeing Europe, the next chapter in post-pandemic travel, and why you should order whatever beverage the locals are having. The New Yorker Interview

Help! What Will I Need to Show When Traveling, and Where?

Proof of vaccination has become increasingly vital to accessing local restaurants and distant countries alike. Our columnist takes a deeper dive into what that means for travelers. Aug. 19, 2021. By Sarah Firshein NYTimes. ☆ Article ☆

How to Use ‘Travel Now, Pay Later’ Services When Planning a Trip

Services like Klarna and Afterpay are making it easier to budget for travel expenses—as long as you know what you’re getting into. ☆ Article ☆ BY JENNIFER BRADLEY FRANKLIN August 19, 2021

Guidance for Global Travel

Updated Wednesday, April 21, 2021 The travel status of individual countries can change suddenly, and we know it can be hard to stay on top of it all. That’s why we’re getting you the information you need to consider when planning travel.Just enter your departure country below – the map will update to reflect countries’

How Scotland is transitioning out of lockdown, including the framework that guides decision making.

Because I’m going to be traveling to Scotland in a couple of weeks, I thought I’d share some quick updates and some links for more information. NOTE: I will have completed both shots of my Pfizer vaccine before leaving and will also have a COVID-19 Test done with in 72 hours of departure for extra

Why You Should Always Mail Yourself a Postcard When Traveling

I mail one to myself on every trip I take, and they’re among my most treasured possessions. To most, sending postcards is an old-fashioned, outdated way of keeping in touch — what’s the point when you can just post on Facebook and rake in the likes from everyone you know (and their mother)? When I

9 North American Destinations that Feel Like Europe

Sometimes getting a european like vacation is alot closer than it seems. Here are 9 spots in North America, that will make you wonder if you aren’t across the pond. Montreal, Canada The second largest French speaking city in the world (after Paris) is also one of the most bilingual cities on the continent. Begun

15 Beautiful Beach Destinations

Ready to hit the beach? Remember those heavenly days we spent lounging in the sun with our toes in the sand and that carefree feeling of having absolutely no idea what time it is? We’ve been dreaming about it, too. Here’s some good news: not only are several of our favorite beach destinations reopened to

Packing for Post-Pandemic Beach Vacations

We’re all tired of being cooped up and with widespread distribution of vaccines, everyone is looking forward to a summer getaway. It looks like many people this year are saying “Beach please!” and with good reasons: You spend more time outdoors where it is easier social distance. We’ve all been indoors for too long and

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Cozy up to the best drink during the holidays: hot chocolate! Found around the world, hot chocolate has a few variations, but the only way to find the best one is to taste them all! Champurrado Tuck into a thick Mexican hot chocolate during the chilly season and enjoy it with a churro! This drink