Country tips

Beyond Machu Picchu, Peru has the thriving capital of Lima, the Sacred Valley’s breathtaking landscapes, and the lush Amazon—so the best time to visit Peru depends on what and how much you want to do. The good news is that Peru is a year-round destination with cultural sites, restaurants, and festive events to appreciate at any time of the year. It’s only natural: The country is home to civilizations with over 5,000 years of history and awe-inspiring archeological wonders, which means it’s brimming with ancient living cultures, stunning sights, top-notch gastronomy, unique nature and wildlife, and plenty of Peruvians to meet and learn from.

Jan 16, 2025 • 8 min read

It was a hot afternoon in Ho Chi Minh City. I was sitting on the edge of the hotel bed, scrolling through Instagram, about to go ham on a piping hot bowl of phở when I got a buzz. A text from my then-husband flashing six words nobody wants to read: "I think we need to talk."

Last summer, after Delta Air Lines offered me only partial reimbursement for expenses incurred while stranded in Paris for four days due to the Crowdstrike software meltdown, I went straight to the Department of Transportation (DoT) website to file a complaint.

When I spent a year driving across the country and living out of a pickup truck, I saw firsthand how each region of the United States has its own distinct flair, history, and geography.

Spain consistently ranks as one of our readers' favorite countries to visit, with evergreen holiday destinations like Mallorca and thriving cultural capitals like Madrid and Barcelona. While the latter may be widely beloved for its youthful nightlife and ancient history, it's also an underrated city for families traveling with kids and teenagers.

The US will remove Cuba from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, the White House has confirmed, as part of a deal that will see some of the island’s political prisoners freed.

A bear-shaped kiddie camera, miniature tubs of Play-Doh, bilingual flashcards, an LCD doodle board—these were just a few of the things I brought and later abandoned on a 12-week, 14-country trip around the world with my 2.5-year-old son Julian.

Moving to a new country is a life-changing experience, and my decision to relocate to Peru for my Peruvian husband was no exception.

World cruises have been a hot commodity in the luxury travel industry. But if you're prone to seasickness (or don't have more than 100 PTO days to spend), Railbookers has a $124,150 alternative — by luxury rail.

If «travel more» is on your 2025 resolution list, then first, let us say we're thrilled for you. The world is a beautiful place, and we can't wait for you to see and do it all. And if you're nervous to get out there and visit new places, that's OK too. In fact, Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection has a few ideas for destinations that will totally put your fears at ease. 

Jan 13, 2025 • 5 min read

Nuclear energy has continued to make significant progress in the last few years, with the past year alone seeing considerable strides in advancing US nuclear deployment targets, historic reactor restarts and several new reactor deployments.

I’m a big bather, but I’m from the UK, which doesn’t have a strong bathing culture. I live near an abandoned Victorian bath house, public pools have closed across the country, andour rivers are not for swimmers.

Jan 10, 2025 • 13 min read

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Singapore has the most powerful passport in the world for 2025, claiming the top spot with more easy access than any other country.

Jan 8, 2025 • 6 min read

Several French departments have been placed on orange alert for strong winds and a number of train lines in north-central France are affected.

Jan 8, 2025 • 8 min read

Jan 7, 2025 • 9 min read