I'm not a 'Harry Potter' fan, but I've visited the Wizarding World over 100 times. Here are 11 things I always do and 2 I skip.

Growing up a short drive from a port, my family's favorite vacation has always been cruises. Since my first one as a baby, I've set sail nearly 30 times.

My family is on a quest to visit all 63 US national parks.

PERFECT DAY AT COCOCAY, Bahamas -- I listened to the leaves of palm trees flap in the wind as I swayed in an orange hammock.

Embarking on a yearlong journey around the world is a dream scenario for many travelers. However, the logistics of making it happen can be challenging, not least because of the sheer number of flights you would need to book. One way to make the journey a reality is by purchasing an around-the-world flight ticket.

In early March 2022, American Airlines switched from elite qualifying miles, dollars and segments to Loyalty Points as the qualifying metric to earn elite status.

Although we've made it past the most depressing day of the year, it's still grey and miserable across much of Europe.

Istanbul, a cacophonous metropolis that straddles East and West, is home to more than 3,000 mosques.

After embarking on four long visits to Thailand, I've come to the undeniable conclusion that it's one of my favorite countries to visit.

From air traffic control strikes to extreme weather, last year saw millions of passengers face flight delays across Europe.

In 2022, I worked remotely and traveled across Europe, visiting friends and exploring some of the big cities I'd heard so much about.

The passport you hold is a powerful tool when it comes to effortlessly visiting countries around the world.And some passports provide far more access than others, according to the Henley Passport Index.The just-released 2024 index shows that for the first time in 19 years of producing the ranking, six countries are tied for the top spot of having the most powerful passports.The countries leading the ranking are France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, and Spain—meaning citizens from all of these countries are able to visit 194 destinations around the world either visa-free or by obtaining a visa-on-arrival.The Henley Passport Index is the only ranking of its kind and is developed based on exclusive data from the International Air Transport Authority (IATA). The index compares 199 different passports and 227 different travel destinations.While Japan and Singapore have made it into the number one slot for the past five years running, according to CNN, the European countries that are now also ranked number one on the list is a new development.

The Maldives is a dream destination for many travelers, including honeymooners, wealthy families, and even budget explorers like me.