I took a 3-day, $3,700 trip to Jackson Hole. This is exactly where I splurged and saved.

Jan 10, 2025 • 7 min read

Another blast of winter weather is wreaking havoc on air travel. Two busy hubs in Texas have already been hit with disruptions, and they could spread to the South and mid-Atlantic by Friday as the nation's latest storm heads east.

There’s nothing quite like traveling home for Christmas. Well, once you’ve got the journey part out the way, of course. Because I lived overseas for most of my adult life, I made this pilgrimage most years with a suitcase full of gifts for my family from overseas.

Overpacking may be one of my worst qualities. As a Marine, my pack during field exercises routinely weighed five to 10 pounds more than others. Now as a travel writer — another job where you’d think light packing would be an essential skill — I check a bag for any trip longer than a weekend.

Let’s start with perception versus reality. The perception might be that Edmonton, Alberta — the northernmost city in North America with a population of over one million — would be shy on delivering all the things travelers are looking for in these days of immersive experiences. Let’s face it — this Canadian city flies under the radar.

WHY IT RATES: The industry veteran brings years of experience to his new role, having held positions at premier hotels in popular destinations such as New York and Miami.—Patrick Clarke, TravelPulse Senior Editor

Although U.S. citizens primarily use Global Entry to get expedited entry back into the U.S. from abroad, travelers can also use it for expedited entry benefits in limited countries.

Last year, I moved from New Jersey to Spain.

Jan 4, 2025 • 6 min read

Every winter, Moncler- and Chanel-clad skiers descend upon St. Moritz for fresh Alpine snow, truffle fondue, and an après-ski scene steeped in excess. Many of the best dressed stay at the venerable Badrutt's Palace, whose founder, Caspar Badrutt, helped establish St. Moritz as a resort town. The hotel reopened for the season with 25 new suites and guest rooms, all outfitted with B&B Italia furniture and Loro Piana upholstery. Look the part by skiing into the plein air Paradiso Mountain Club & Restaurant in a cream down jacket and black fleece-lined boots. Pop a bottle or two of brut, selected from cellar containing more than 30,000 bottles.

Several amber and yellow weather warnings are being forecast for the UK, starting tonight (Monday 30 December) and going well into Thursday 2 January, which is putting a literal dampener on New Year festivities.

Perhaps the worst birthday present in the world? A text from your situationship breaking things off.