I moved to a tiny ski town in Japan. I make $8 an hour, but life is cheap so I'm saving for my future travels.

There’s a new way to save time at one of the busiest airports in the world.  Passengers flying on American Airlines from Dallas / Fort Worth Airport (DFW) and connecting at London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) will soon be able to go directly from their inbound plane to their gate, without needing a secondary security stop. International passengers frequently have to clear local security before continuing on their journey with a connecting flight, and this pilot program aims to simplify the travel experience.  American describes its participation in the program as a «founding partner» with the United States and United Kingdom governments, and the effort was described as «first-of-its-kind.» There was no guidance for how long the program would run for, and whether it would expand to additional airlines.  «There's no need to go through security again,» explains a promotional video of the new feature. Best of all, the feature also extends to luggage, so passengers with international connections in London do not need to get their baggage and have it re-screened for their next flight—they head straight to the next gate.   While the development is exciting for frequent flyers, the program does not extend to every flight. United Kingdom or Ireland flight connections are examples of two countries where it does not apply.

I just cinched Executive Platinum — the top published tier of elite status in the American Airlines AAdvantage program — through Feb. 28, 2026. I find immense value in the AAdvantage program. Traveling to Japan in business class for as low as 60,000 AAdvantage miles one-way (just 80,000 for first class), for example, is a major score in my book.

While many countries with 4-day work weeks have recently ended their pilot programs, places like Tokyo and Valencia, Spain are still experimenting with different ways to make the permanent long weekend a reality. Meanwhile, countries like Belgium and the UAE have legally legislated the 4-day work week for select government employees.

The Southeast Asian nation of Thailand sits atop many travelers' bucket lists for good reason. On this 2,000-mile-long coastline—made up of the Gulf of Thailand to the east and a stretch flowing into the Andaman Sea on the western side—there's no shortage of sandy spots to lay down a towel. It's a winter sun favorite thanks to balmy temperatures across the smattering of picturesque islands, staying wonderfully warm while the northern hemisphere shivers between November and February. However, the rainier months are no deterrent to backpackers and gap year adventurers, who arrive in their millions each year. But where to start? Planning two weeks in Thailand can seem daunting with so many places worth visiting. From the bright lights of Bangkok to the jungle terrain of the wild north and Chiang Mai, down to the dazzling islands on two sides of the mainland, there's enough to warrant a much longer stay. Here, we answer frequently asked questions ahead about traveling to the country, plus we've curated the ultimate two-week itinerary in Thailand.

A Delta Airlines flight carrying 80 people crash landed in Toronto yesterday (17 February), becoming the latest in a string of aviation incidents in 2025.

I'm sitting silently in seiza, a kneeling meditation position, watching the morning sun catch the eaves of the bell tower outside the window and bathe its copper tiles and vermilion columns in crisp light. The glow spreads to the garden below, over the azaleas, stone lanterns, and a lotus pond, filtering through maple leaves about to turn yellow. I wonder if my kids have done their music practice and whether I should have opted for a crossed-leg position. Certainly not lotus, or even half lotus. I take a deep, intentional breath, sensing the stillness of those seated beside me. I cast my eyes down and let my thoughts come and go as the garden fades from my consciousness.

Legend of the Seas, the third ship in Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class, will launch in July 2026and spend its first summer cruising the Mediterranean. It will then journey to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from where it will sail year-round to the Western and Southern Caribbean, the cruise line announced today.

Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan members can now combine award flights operated by both American Airlines and British Airways as a single redemption.

The swanky 1 Hotel Seattle is set to open in just a few months, and the luxury property is now open for reservations.

If Miami and Palm Beach had a love child, it would be Fort Lauderdale. Quickly shedding its image as just a spring break destination, the city is redefining itself as a place that lacks the formality of its neighbor to the north (Palm Beach), but has all the trappings of the vibrant metropolis to the south (Miami). And while Fort Lauderdale is quickly catching up on the five-star luxury-resort front, the real-estate (and therefore hotel) prices have not yet approached the levels of Palm Beach's on Worth Avenue. Fort Lauderdale lacks pomp and doesn’t take itself too seriously: It’s a place that still feels accessible thanks to an abundance of public beaches, a lack of gated communities, and a culinary scene that won’t break the bank.

When I was 15, my dad and I took a trip to Los Angeles that changed my life. We didn't have a set agenda, and since we were staying down the road from the University of California, we took a campus tour.

If you're new to traveling internationally, the unknowns can often make it feel like a scary proposition, and feeling safe is a critical piece of the travel experience. But if you're ready to get out there and start confidently collecting passport stamps, Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection has a new study you need to see.