Travel Insurance: What You Need to Know Before You Go
Travel insurance is designed to protect you from financial losses, but not all travel insurances are created equal. Nor are all travel scenarios covered — and misunderstanding your policy can leave you footing unexpected bills. Here’s a deeper look at when travel insurance is a good idea, when it is not and common situations where travelers assume […]
Travel Bags 2025: Ultimate Guide to Latest Luggage and Must-Haves
Travel bags and comfort accessories are seeing a good year so far, even as travel in 2025 becomes a mix of cautious optimism and pull backs amid a chaotic global political environment. While economic uncertainties—such as fluctuating tariffs and rising costs—have led some travelers to reconsider their plans, the demand for high-quality travel bags remains strong. The […]
Cruise Control: Can Travel Advisors Keep Client Refunds?
Q: I overpaid for my Celebrity cruise by $641. Why is my agent keeping my refund? A: When Denise Elwell booked a Celebrity cruise, the last person she expected to have a dispute with was her travel advisor. But that’s exactly what happened. Celebrity overcharged her by $641 in a fairly complex transaction that involved discounts and […]
Sleeping in Hotels: The Science and the Hope of a Great Night’s Sleep
Sleeping in hotels? Well, it’s not for sissies. There’s a cruel irony to travel: we journey to relax, yet the very act of moving through time zones and sleeping in unfamiliar beds often leaves us more exhausted than when we left. But what if we could turn the tide? Emerging research and surprising hotel industry […]
Slow Travel: Hawaiian Style
Slow travel is not about speed. It’s a state of mind. Beneath Hawaii’s postcard-perfect beaches lies a deeper invitation—to slow down, to connect, to truly experience the islands through the ancient rhythm of aloha. This is the essence of slow travel, a philosophy embraced by Four Seasons resorts across Hawaii, where luxury meets intentional immersion. […]
Trump and the Travel Effect: Steep Declines, More Chaos
The United States was poised for a banner year in tourism, with forecasts predicting a full recovery to pre-pandemic travel levels. Instead, international arrivals are plummeting as travelers recoil from the Trump administration’s tariffs, rhetoric, and border policies—a phenomenon industry analysts now call the “Trump Slump.” A Sharp Reversal in Tourism Trends Preliminary data from […]
Travel for Seniors: A Prescription for Longevity
Travel for most seniors is not just a bucket list thought. It’s a medical necessity. The concept of retirement as a period of quiet inactivity is being fundamentally challenged. A groundbreaking report, “Leveraging Travel as a Catalyst for Healthy Longevity,” by the Global Coalition on Aging (GCOA) and the Transamerica Institute, positions travel for seniors not as a mere indulgence, but […]
Summer 2025: Budgeting for Travel in a Chaotic Economy
As summer 2025 approaches and needless tariffs and international threats dig in, travelers are trying to plan their next big trip. The task is not easy with airfare prices in constant flux, but knowing where to go and how to book can make all the difference. Dollar Flight Club’s newly released Summer 2025 Travel Report, likely […]
Taking Paws: Dog-Friendly Vacations Across the U.S.
Dog-friendly accommodations, for those looking to have a “complete family vacation,” can make all the difference when making plans and choosing where to go for that coveted time off. Fortunately, an increasing number of hotels are going above and beyond to welcome four-legged guests with open arms. From Charleston’s historic charm to New York City’s urban energy, these standout […]
Traveler Trends for a Very Strange Year
Traveler trends are always in focus and fairly predictable. But in this era of rising costs, climate uncertainty, and nonsensical political turbulence, one might expect Americans to retreat from traveling and, indeed, tightening their budgets and staying closer to home. However, while international inbound travel to the US is down and dropping due to crazy new […]
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