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Beavertail Lighthouse in Beavertail State Park aerial view in summer, Jamestown, Rhode Island RI, USA. This lighthouse, built in 1856, at the entrance to Narragansett Bay on Conanicut Island.

Where to Go in Summer

5 Charming Small Towns in Rhode Island for Lighthouses, Ice Cream, and Beautiful Beaches

From historic Wickford Village to swanky Westerly, these are the places you’ll want to escape to this summer.

July 8, 2025 01:52 PM

The Influencer: Catherine Bailey, Creative Director

Cities We Love

What to Do in Northern California, According to Catherine Bailey of Heath Ceramics

The owner of the iconic ceramic brand shares her favorite places to eat, stay, and explore in Northern California.

June 14, 2018 08:00 PM

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Andrew Parks

Man and women traveling with daughter on an airplane

United is launching a new seat map feature that will enable passengers to book seats with their children for free.

February 21, 2023 03:39 PM

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Bailey Berg

view of rocks jutting out from the water at Kenai Fjords National Park

Ocean Cruises

The World’s Most Beautiful Fjords—and the Cruises That Will Take You There

From Norway to New Zealand, Greenland to Glacier Bay, Alaska, these sailings offer the best way to view the striking coastal bluffs that make up some of the world’s most stunning fjords.

March 23, 2023 08:09 PM

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Fran Golden

Bassin de la Villette swimming pools in Paris

Cities We Love

Where to Go to Avoid the Crowds in Paris This Summer

As postpandemic travelers return to Paris in droves, here’s a cheat sheet of new hotels and restaurants, under-the-radar exhibits, and other off-the-beaten-path discoveries.

July 10, 2023 07:45 PM

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Mary Winston Nicklin

Apple’s New TSA-Approved ID Has Launched—and Is Coming to an Airport Near You

Air Travel News

These Are the Airports Where You Can Currently Use Your iPhone to Get Through TSA Security

Fliers at airports in six states now can use the Apple Wallet ID on their iPhone to get through TSA security, and more states are to follow.

September 11, 2024 09:56 AM

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Caitlin Morton

The islands of Greece are a perfect destination for summer travel.

AFAR Advisor

This Intimate Cruise Makes Peak Seasonal Travel Easy

Explore tulips, wine harvests, and Christmas markets without the stress on Emerald Cruises.

Sponsored by Emerald Cruises & Tours

Hotels

Airbnb Is Giving Away $10 Million for Crazy Rental Ideas

The vacation rental platform is looking for out-of-the-box property ideas—the weirder, the better.

June 22, 2022 09:11 AM

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Bailey Berg

A man reaches above the seats on an airplane, intent on pushing the flight attendant call button with his left index finger.

Travel Tips + Etiquette

The Flight Attendant Call Button Is Meant to Be Used. But When Is Appropriate?

Yes, there is a right time and a wrong time to ring the flight attendant call button.

September 2, 2024 07:00 PM

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Bailey Berg

Hotels

A Stay at These Chic Hotels Now Comes With Free Therapy Sessions

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is offering online therapy services to guests through a partnership with Talkspace.

February 25, 2022 06:03 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

Norse Atlantic Is Offering One-Way Europe Flights From $129 and Premium Round-Trip Fares From $822

The deals include flights to London, Paris, Rome, and Oslo—but don’t delay. The promotional fares must be booked by end of day on June 20.

June 15, 2023 03:36 PM

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Bailey Berg

The coin-sized tracking devices contain small enough amounts of lithium to be travel safe, according to the FAA.

If you missed the opportunity to catch the total eclipse over the United States in April, you’ll soon have the chance to catch an exciting “ring of fire” eclipse. Here’s what to know.

August 29, 2024 03:39 PM

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Bailey Berg

Cities We Love

10 Best Things for Travelers to Do in Charleston, South Carolina

Find out what makes the Holy City so captivating.

February 3, 2024 10:54 AM

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Stratton Lawrence

Many things can affect travel, but weather is a doozy.

Air Travel News

These Are the Weather Conditions Most Likely to Cancel or Delay Your Flight

Knowing how weather affects air travel won’t make your flight cancellations any less frustrating. But it will make you smarter—and maybe a little calmer.

August 20, 2024 07:00 AM

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Bailey Berg

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