Sound Influence: The Art and Soul of Puerto Rico

As a frequent cruiser, I always book interior cabins. They're often the most economical option, though they aren't identical across cruise lines.

Europe’s rail services fall short of expectations and expensive ticket prices don’t necessarily translate to higher-quality services, a new report has found.

Known as the "Danish Capital of America," Solvang's cuisine and architecture have turned it into a popular tourist destination.

Dec 19, 2024 • 6 min read

I found myself crafting the perfect itinerary to the South of France, envisioning pristine beaches and dazzling scenery from Provence to the glamorous St. Tropez and Monaco, The dilemma? Though I was planning a solo trip , I realized it was actually the perfect destination for a glitzy girls' trip. The kind you make memories you'll still laugh about years down the line. Yet, as I'm nearing 40, the number of friends I have who can take time to travel as their lives move in the direction of marriage and growing families is dwindling.

According to locals, Jacksonville is one of Florida’s best-kept secrets. “We’re like a beach town with a big side of country,” says resident Jay Dodson to Matador contributor Matthew Meltzer. Jacksonville covers a lot of ground; the sprawling metropolis claims 22 miles of white-sand beaches, while the historic districts are lined with a mix-match of architectural styles from Colonial Revival to Mediterranean influences. If you’re looking for a winter sun destination that marries a laid-back beach lifestyle with city art culture, offers warm hospitality with zero pretension, and a small-town feel, you might want to put often overlooked Jacksonville in the mix. It’s also one of the most affordable places on the Sunshine State’s coast, making family vacations do-able. On the subject of budget-friendly, opting for an Airbnb will help with budgeting as well as giving you a space to kick off sandy shoes and unpack a cooler after a day on the coast. From one-bedroom rentals to mansions with outdoor pools, these are the best Airbnbs in Jacksonville.

Hawai’i is notoriously expensive to visit, but it’s also one of the most magical places in the US for a family vacation. There are endless things to do, from exploring the beautiful natural landscapes and beaches, educational cultural activities, wildlife spotting, world-class water sports, snorkeling, and diving to resorts with amenities that set the bar incredibly high for other hoteliers around the world.

Here are a few things you should know about me. I love spending time with my friends and family. I love to cook. But I do not love hosting for the holidays.

In 2022, you could use words like “total chaos,” and “an incomparable nightmare” to describe the state of American air travel, and it would barely be hyperbolic. Mass cancellations and delays were the norm — and then when travelers ended up stranded and there was no incentive for airlines to provide any sort of compensation. By that time, Secretary Pete Buttigieg had been heading up the Department of Transportation (DOT) for nearly two years, and was just starting to put some bigger plans in motion for passenger rights.  Then, in December 2022, everything changed. Southwest Airlines had historic levels of  cancellations over the winter holiday travel period; it was so catastrophic it was universally dubbed “the meltdown.” By that point, most American passengers had reached a point of hopeless exhaustion.

We'd all likely prefer a nonstop flight over a connecting one, as layovers add travel time and opportunities for things to go wrong, from delays to cancellations.

Urban Africa is a love letter to the bustling African metropolises south of the great desert—Dakar, Kigali, Lagos, Addis Ababa, and Johannesburg, to name a few—that are dynamic, diverse, and more traveler-ready than ever. Find more inspiration here.

If you'd told me a year ago that drinking sparkling wine by the pool of a millionaire's mansion would come courtesy of caring for a cockapoo, I'd have never believed you. Yet, for the past year, my partner and I have sustained a full-time traveling lifestyle through housesitting and have been living rent-free in Australia's High Country, England's picturesque Cotswolds, and Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way, to name just a few.