VACATION tips

As a frequent solo traveler, I love focusing on the activities I want to do instead of compromising with others. That's why, like many millennials and Gen Z planning their own solo trips, I decided to travel to Fiji's Wakaya Island Resort and Spa by myself.

As a travel planner at Marvelous Mouse Travels, I know vacations are expensive — especially if you're looking to go somewhere this summer. But all-inclusive travel is often a great way to get the most value out of a luxury experience.

Over the past decade, I've traveled to all 50 US states and spent time in tons of major cities and small towns. I've also driven solo across the country several times, stopping in some of the most unique and beautiful places the United States has to offer.

If you're looking to get away this summer, you may find inspiration from Google Flights' list of the top searched destinations for the summer of 2024.

This year, more and more people are prioritizing spending money on trips instead of going out with friends — and, with that, visiting dream destinations and soaking in one-of-a-kind experiences are top of mind.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Amy Beihl, a 32-year-old working in digital consulting, about her decision to buy a 1/21st stake in five European vacation properties in 2022 through August Collections instead of purchasing her own home in the US. The conversation was edited for length and clarity.

Last month, I was just wrapping up a short but sweet family vacation in Hawaii with my husband and our 9-year-old twins. It had been mostly uneventful in the best way, and we spent our time perfectly balanced between relaxation and light adventure — swimming in the pool and the sea, horseback riding, doing archery, and eating well.

Over the past 15 years, I've taken 50 cruises with family and friends, trying out different ships, routes, and cabins.

Iceland's glaciers, black sand beaches, and the chance of catching the Northern Lights attract well over a million visitors a year. But it wasn't until November that I visited the tiny island nation for the first time, on a reporting trip.

In September, my husband and I kissed our pups goodbye, boarded a plane, and spent an unforgettable 25 days exploring Italy.

A travel influencer sought to lay down some etiquette around overhead bins on planes, arguing that a lot of people get it wrong.

The average temperature in St. Lucia from January through March hovers around 84 degrees. Wouldn’t you rather be surrounded by sunshine and white sand rather than snow this winter? If the Caribbean is calling, read on to find out how to win a free vacation to paradise.

If you're not careful, you could easily blow past the base fare of your cruise vacation.

A travel influencer received some hilarious voice notes from his Airbnb host, warning him that monkeys could break into the house if he didn't shut the windows properly, seeking bananas.

Accidentally leaving your phone behind is a traveler’s worst nightmare. But what if you purposely left it behind? Would you have a better trip if you weren’t glued to your phone, snapping selfies and choosing where to eat based on Yelp reviews?

LaGuardia Airport is hardly a romantic destination — but for at least one couple, it's where their love story began. 

"Tagskryt," a Scandanavian word that means bragging about train travel (guilty), is all the rage nowadays as younger generations rediscover the sustainable and aesthetic means of transportation. 

The cruise industry is on the upswing. 

2020 likely wasn’t anyone’s favorite year ever, but for citizens of one country, it was a little bit better, according to the United Nations.

Airbnb is searching for 12 people to live in accommodations listed on Airbnb for one year. Inspired by the surge in long-term rentals last year due to remote working, Airbnb is hoping participants will help shape the future of long-term Airbnb rentals by launching their “Live Anywhere on Airbnb” program.

With tourism slowly restarting in some destinations around the world, many travelers are looking to get back out there—but with the convenience of someone else handling all the arrangements and logistics. After more than a year of being out of commission, group tours are ready to make a comeback. Here’s what to expect if you’re booking one this year.