Tips to take the sting out of 50% higher car rental pricesTo save on your next rental car, consider renting from a location outside the airport and don’t prepay. August 17, 2022
San Francisco shines with new museums, restaurants and parksSan Francisco's singular neighborhoods, from the Mission to Russian Hill and the Outer Sunset, are vibrant with packed restaurants and bars. August 17, 2022
A flight attendant answers readers’ questionsAs a flight attendant who has been on the job for 20 years, it’s easy to take my travel insights for granted — the little tips and tricks that make the journey smoother. August 13, 2022
America’s other dairyland: A rugged pocket of Iowa is a cheese-lover’s paradiseA guesthouse adjoining a dairy barn, tours of farms and fresh ice cream, cheese curds and more await at northeast Iowa dairy farms. August 11, 2022
Vibrators, marijuana, plants: What can you take on a plane?As the number of air travelers rises, returning to near-pre-pandemic levels, so do questions about flying protocols and rules. August 10, 2022
Getting a passport: How long does it take and how much will it cost?If you’re in need of a new or updated passport, your options are limited — and it’s probably going to cost you. August 09, 2022
The airline lost my luggage for 12 days. Am I entitled to restitution?“If we’re unable to find your bag after five days, you may be eligible for $1,500 for the value of your baggage and its contents without requiring any documentation.” August 08, 2022
The gear you need to hit the bike trailNothing beats the joy and freedom of riding a bike during the long, languorous days of summer. August 07, 2022
A $30 alarm can stop a silent killer. Why many hotels don’t install them.In the past 20 years, at least 1,090 people have been injured by carbon monoxide leaks in U.S. hotels. August 06, 2022
How to pack the perfect beach coolerWith a little planning and a few expert tips, a day at the beach can actually be relaxing. August 04, 2022
Lake Superior’s Apostle Islands are a sailor’s playgroundApostle Islands a playground for sailors. August 03, 2022
How to travel for less than $100 a dayA $50-a-day offer to sail on a Caribbean cruise ship with pools, waterslides, restaurants and Broadway-style entertainment says a lot about the turbulence some cruise companies are facing. August 03, 2022
Lake Superior's Apostle IslandsThe Apostles, consisting of 22 rocky, forested islands (21 of which are part of the national park) are a mariner’s playground well into September, often referred to as a northern version of the Caribbean’s British Virgin Islands. August 01, 2022
Has remote work changed the travel landscape?One in five travelers this summer plans to do work on the road, according to a report from Deloitte. July 27, 2022
Big tops, beer and bluffs: A weekend in Baraboo, WisconsinBaraboo, Wisconsin, became a tourist destination with the opening of Circus World, but breweries, lilac farms and Devil's Lake make it a fun destination for a weekend trip. July 21, 2022
Ocean Voyager at Chicago's Navy PierThe Ocean Voyager, a 286-foot cruise ship operated by American Queen Voyages, arrived on July 14, 2022, at Navy Pier. It’s one of two cruise ships that stop in Chicago at Navy Pier. Its capacity is roughly 200 guests and 84 crew members. July 14, 2022
Europe as a budget-friendly travel option? It’s true in 2022.Flights within the U.S. have become so expensive that some destinations abroad, including many in Europe, offer a relative bargain. July 13, 2022
Get bucked: Western dude ranches have only gotten cooler, with camp counselors, national park rides and luxe resortsWestern dude ranches in Arizona, Colorado and Montara give guests get the full Wild West experience. July 13, 2022
Western dude ranchesActive ranch and ranch resort options in Arizona and Colorado range from family-ready to adult escapes for city slickers to work for their grub. Visitors dine at the chuckwagon, ride the open range and participate in a ranch rodeo before checking out. July 13, 2022
Mayor Lightfoot headed to Paris and London to promote Chicago businesses, economyThe trip comes as Lightfoot gears up for a re-election bid and amid negative developments for Chicago’s business community. July 07, 2022