Caroline Morse Teel

If you’re planning a trip to Denmark, Italy, or the United Kingdom, the US State Department urges you to exercise increased caution. In September, these popular European vacation destinations had their warning levels elevated due to the risk of terrorist attacks.

Unsure how to pack for unpredictable weather in the fall, without bringing two separate wardrobes? Discover nine things you need on your fall packing list.

Boarding a plane involves more than just locating your seat and securing overhead space. While these are important tasks, they’re just the beginning of preparing for a comfortable and safe flight. To help you travel like a pro, we’ve compiled a list of seven essential actions that experienced flyers always take as soon as they board—practices you’d be wise to adopt for your next trip. These insider tips go beyond the basics, focusing on strategies that can significantly enhance your comfort, well-being, and overall flight experience.

New York City’s Gridlock Alert Days can help you know what dates to avoid visiting Manhattan.

When you’re searching for a rental car to book for your trip, it’s always tempting to reserve the cheapest vehicle that pops up on search. After all, a Corolla is the same regardless of which agency you book it from, right? It seems that way… but waiting outside the airport for a shuttle that never arrives, dealing with a dirty or unreliable car, or spending hours in line just to reach the rental car counter can quickly ruin your vacation.

When planning your next trip, there’s one important thing you should do before you buy your plane ticket—check the U.S. Department of State’s Travel Advisory for your destination. The State Department provides important safety and security information about every country in the world so that travelers can make informed decisions about where to visit.

Navigating the labyrinthine corridors of large hotels can be a frustrating experience for many travelers. We’ve all been there: you step out of your room, confident you know the way to the elevator, only to find yourself wandering aimlessly down identical hallways. The sense of disorientation is compounded by the repetitive patterns of doors, artwork, and carpet that seem to stretch endlessly in both directions.

Flying means spending lots of time packed very closely among strangers—strangers who at 30,000 feet in the sky, have no escape from you. This means any bad behavior on your part can have an immediate and unpleasant effect on your fellow passengers.

From choosing the right clothes to picking the best in-flight entertainment, these are our best tips for long-haul flights.

If you’ve ever been stranded due to a canceled flight, you know it’s an experience you want to avoid at all costs. If that’s the case, you might want to reconsider booking a flight on one of these U.S. airlines which have the highest rates of cancellations.