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19 Best Places to Travel 2025 for Memories That Will Last a Lifetime

Pack your bags, 2025 is going to be a great year for travel!

Disney Is Offering a Massive 69% Discount for Military Families—Here’s How to Get in on the Deal

Calling all military families! Disney has a magical offer you won't want to miss.


New Report: This Is the Safest Place to Travel in the World—And It’s Packed with Loads of Buck...

Planning a trip abroad? This country was ranked No. 1 in safety for international travelers, and it happens to have...


The Best Time to Visit France for Outstanding Food and Fantastic Weather

Pack your bags and say oui! to a perfectly timed French vacation


Always Bring This Item on International Flights—It Can Save You a Surprising Amount of Time!

Stash this everyday item in your carry-on for fewer hassles during international travel

Looking for an Affordable Fall Trip? Check Out These 30 Spots, According to a New Report

Vacations don't have to be expensive to have a lasting impact. Check out these affordable spots to get away in...


Here’s Why We Yell “Punch Buggy” When We See a VW Bug

The game that made road trips a contact sport has been around for decades. So who invented punch buggy, and...

What Is the 3-2-1 Rule at Disney World, and Why Do Travel Experts Swear by It?

This simple Disney formula will help you plan your best trip yet—without the stress!


Why Are Highway Signs Green? A Highway Expert Breaks It Down

Green highway signs are everywhere, but why are they green?


Here’s the Real Reason You’ll Never See Seat Belts on a Train

It’s really weird when you think about it. So what’s the deal?


Time to Get Your Halloween On! 7 of the Coolest Spooky Spots Near You to Visit Right Now

It's not too late to plan some Halloween fun in your neck of the (haunted) woods

Here’s Why You Can’t Always Move Seats on an Airplane—Even if It’s Empty

Spreading your wings in the cabin might seem harmless, but don't be surprised if the flight crew clips them


This Free Hotel Amenity Has 6 Genius Uses You’ve Never Thought Of

You're going to want to snag this freebie the next time you travel



Here’s the Real Reason We Say “Riding Shotgun” When We’re in the Front Seat

Hop in. We're tracing the phrase's path from the Wild West to today.


Here’s Why Hotel Reception Always Writes Down Your Room Number Instead of Saying It

You might not think twice about this at check-in, but it's an important rule you should follow

Here’s the Maximum Number of Bags You’re Allowed to Check on an Airline. It’s a

Yes, you can check more than a few bags on a flight—sometimes a whole lot more!


Dangerous, Hazy Smoke Has Been Seeping into Airplane Cabins—Here’s What You Need to Know

These toxic events have put the spotlight on a growing—and very troubling—issue in aviation


Here’s Why Some Beaches Have Purple Sand

Discover the surprising reason behind the colorful natural phenomenon of purple sand



When Hurricane Helene Hit, Asheville, North Carolina, Banded Together—And Became 2025’s Nicest Place...

Asheville has always been a special place. But after a devastating event, residents rallied to support one another … and...


A Beloved Chicago Bookstore Becomes the Heart of a Community—And a Symbol of Hope and Belonging

Semicolon Books in Chicago is so much more than just a bookstore. Here's why it's one of 2025's Nicest Places...


How Residents of Monroe, Louisiana, Turned a Heartbreaking Loss into Community Purpose

In the face of a horrific tragedy, this small town came together and decided to create something beautiful


Ohio Residents Bring Unexpected Holiday Magic to North Carolina Hurricane Survivors

How can you help after a disaster? The residents of Medina, Ohio, came up with a unique idea that embodied...


This Amateur Circus Provides Joy and Refuge to an Indiana Community

A small town’s young residents have found purpose in this neighborhood mainstay for more than six decades

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Don’t Wear This Color in Your Passport Photo—It Might Cause Your Application to Be Delayed or ...

Is a passport photo on your to-do list? This one tip will help you steer clear of gumming up the...


Your Passport Is Going to Change in a Big Way This Fall—Here’s How

Get ready to feel a bit of disappointment with this one



TSA Is Cracking Down on This Common Personal Hygiene Item in Your Luggage

A travel essential could cause some serious harm if it's stowed the wrong way


Traveling for the Holidays? Find Out the Best Days to Book Those Flights for the Cheapest Fares

It's the most wonderful time of the year to ... save money on airfare