6 great ways to use 75,000 World of Hyatt points

A holiday is always a good day to market travel deals. But what about a holiday that comes not ‘but once a year’ like Christmas, but just once every four years?

I grew up going to Disney almost every year, and now that I am a parent, I've passed that tradition on to my children.

There’s a palpable sense of the changing seasons at this time of the year – longer days, warmer weather, and the feeling that people are stirring from winter hibernation. The parks are getting busier, tennis courts are being used and pelotons of cyclists are starting to appear on our roads. There are so many ways of enjoying the great outdoors while keeping yourself fit and healthy. You may have enjoyed a kayaking trip, a hiking break, cycling through beautiful scenery or a wild swimming holiday. Whatever gets you up and out for an adventure, we’d love to hear about it.

More than 44,000 lives were lost in traffic crashes in the United States in 2023. The number marks a 4% decline from 2022, but compared to pre-pandemic 2019, it’s a 13.6% spike, demonstrating “the seriousness of this public health crisis.”

Asheville is North Carolina’s most vibrant and dynamic city. It’s a place that appeals to all — mountain lovers, foodies, and culture enthusiasts. Whether you’re visiting Asheville to escape into nature or dive into downtown’s cosmopolitan and artsy vibes, these Airbnbs in Asheville provide a home base (or an experience into themselves) at a variety of price points.

Nick Buro and Bryan Hendry were baffled by the sudden silence from their parents, Kathy Brandel and Ralph Hendry, who had lived on a yacht for over a decade, People reports.

Last year a record number of Americans visited Turkey (or Türkiye, the new official national name). This was no coincidence.

If the lack of daylight has sunk your spirits to new lows, take comfort in that you’re not alone. According to this story published by the American Heart Association, nearly 10% of North American residents suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD). While light therapy and exercise can alleviate symptoms, an easier (and definitely more pleasurable) way to lift your spirits is through travel. Though New Yorkers are spoiled with choices for sunshine-filled getaways, one destination just a three-hour flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport rewards travelers in ways more than one.

ONBOARD THE AMAKRISTINA -- The tears came early on the AmaKristina, on Day 1 of the inaugural Soulful Epicurean Experience cruise, AmaWaterways' first Black heritage river cruise itinerary.

Avalon Waterways will sail its first river cruises in France's Bordeaux region.

When I'm on vacation, I enjoy imbibing cocktails by the pool, sipping wine with dinner, and savoring evening nightcaps. But after sailing on more than 50 cruises, you'll never see me spend money on an unlimited drink package. 

Days Inn will fly two best friends in a helicopter to witness North America’s imminent total solar eclipse from an unparalleled vantage point in the path of totality.