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Before I got a 9-to-5, I spent a good chunk of my 20s freelancing while traveling out of a van or working on farms abroad so that I could stay for free weeks at a time.

With proper preparation and respect for the local customs, your visit to Japan is sure to be a seamless and enriching adventure.

Sri Lanka has scrapped free long-term visa extensions for Russians and Ukrainians who headed to the country in the last two years, Reuters reported.

Delta passengers on a flight from Atlanta to San Juan on February 29 found out they'd be getting a free trip back to the Caribbean destination later this year.

Nestled in a verdant temperate rainforest and bursting with culinary treasures and vintage finds, it's no wonder Forbes named Portland one of the best US cities to travel to in 2023.

Seattle can be an expensive city to visit, but if you know where to look and how to entertain yourself, you can save a lot of money.  Between exploring lively markets and heading out on outdoor excursions, the Emerald City has a variety of activities that will leave your wallet in your pocket and your traveler's heart full. 

Airport lounge access is one of my favorite credit card benefits. You can get free food and drinks while waiting in a more comfortable area before your flight. However, some lounges aren't great. And their food offerings may be little more than a pack of Oreos.

Guests staying at a Disney Resorts Collection property at Walt Disney World Resort will have access to a new perk in 2025: complimentary waterpark admission on check-in day.

Disney World started taking 2025 reservations on Tuesday and announced a ticket price hike for next year. But park-goers who stay at one of 31 on-site Disney hotels will get a very cool perk: complimentary waterpark admission on check-in day.

Disney World is making a splash in 2025 adding even more magic to those staying at one of its many on-site resorts.

Southwest Airlines and Omni Hotels & Resorts are teaming up to offer a special "Solarbration" sweepstakes ahead of the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024.The sweepstakes—which can be entered now through March 11—will reward two lucky winners with a prize package that includes air travel on a flight predicted to be in the direct path of the eclipse.The flight options include Southwest Flight 1252, which departs Dallas (Love Field) at 12:40 p.m. CT for Pittsburgh, and Southwest Flight 1721, which departs Austin at 12:55 p.m. CT for Indianapolis.Omni will do its part by putting the winners up in custom-designed guest rooms inspired by the celestial event. The special accommodations will be located at Omni Hotels in the departure cities of Dallas and Austin and the arrival cities of Pittsburgh and Indianapolis.In addition to roundtrip flights and accommodations for two nights, winners will receive exclusive solar eclipse viewing glasses and fun inflight experiences aboard their eclipse flights.

Travel advisors are invited to join ALG Vacations for an enlightening live webinar on Monday, March 4 at 2 p.m. ET.The webinar is free to attend for qualified travel professionals and includes the chance to win a free three-night stay at the award-winning all-inclusive UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya.Moderated by Northstar Travel Group's EVP of Marketing and Partnerships, Mary Pat Sullivan, the virtual event will feature insights from Jacki Marks, Global Head of Trade Brands, as well as Mike Ehlers, Vice President, Groups, and Jim Tedesco, Vice President, Sales.The trio will break down ALG Vacations' implementation of key initiatives designed to continue driving demand for advisors by letting travelers know advisors are the only way to go.Attendees will get the latest details regarding new events, including ALGV Pros on the Go featuring two mega FAM trips in Cancun, Mexico and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic in 2024.Advisors will also learn about enhanced groups technology to make planning easier, ALGV's Amstar transformation and new product launches, including in the lucrative luxury segment.Click here to register for next month's ALG Vacations webinar.

Walt Disney World regularly offers discounts to help guests save money on their vacations, but it does not often give things away completely for free. However, for vacations in 2025, Disney is doing just that.

Walk the streets of Memphis and you can almost feel the bones of this mid-size city rise up from the pavement. There’s a reason this place has an outsized impact on American culture.

It was Christmas Day, and we were about to fly from Miami to Panama City. Before we even took off, my husband was ready to lose it, not because of something the airline did or an annoying passenger but because of the lack of space.

I recently went to LaGuardia Airport's Terminal B and stepped into a 21,850-square-foot space that felt like a luxury hotel lobby.

Compared to other big-name international cities, Beijing remains a very affordable destination for most visitors.

Britain’s only hub airport, London Heathrow, carried 79.2 million passengers last year, an increase of 29% on the previous year and the third highest in its history, but retail revenue did not keep up. It rose by 24% and the airport blamed the lackluster commercial performance on the removal of VAT-free shopping.

There are many ways to leverage top credit cards to unlock a variety of rewards — including "free" flights, hotel rooms or even cold, hard cash back in your pocket. However, there's a key strategy that travelers often overlook in earning rewards: using business credit cards.

Everyone loves a good deal, but the best promotions in travel are the ones that are free. If you’re planning to take a trip that you booked during recent Valentine’s Day getaway offers, or just want to try your luck. These travel-related contests and giveaways could have you on the road in no time.

Québec City is known for its enchanting architecture and historic vibe – a French-Canadian city that feels European, with a side of deliciously gooey poutine.