Meeting locals the best way to explore
One visit to Athens won’t cut it. “You’ve got to come back for a second visit,” says Spyros Kagkas. I might say the same about experiencing New York, San Francisco, or Paris
Want to cruise again? Vaccinations are the ticket
Even with the new Omicron variant wreaking havoc with international travel, cruise executives believe their ships couldn’t be doing more to protect their guests and crew
Wishing for snow? Pray to Ullr
Some “experts” even suggest that the Aurora Borealis in the northern hemisphere is the spray from Ullr’s skis
Memories of South Africa Before Omicron
Since the news broke that the first cases of the Omicron variant had been found in South Africa, I’ve been thinking more about the people we met on that trip
Sustainable gifts for your favorite travelers
This holiday season, show how you are paying attention. Yes, you can donate in their name to a favorite nonprofit
Holiday lights everywhere!
Let’s see where we can celebrate, whether we return to an annual tradition or make it an outing with relatives and friends you’ve been with over Thanksgiving
Grab a Black-Friday-Cyber Monday travel deal
Be ready to book when you see the deal you want as many offers have limited capacity. It’s never been more important to read the fine print
Kids, COVID-19 vaccines, and holiday gatherings
“It should be the new normal this holiday season … to ask for the vaccination status of hosts and invitees,” said Dr. Mobeen Rathore, an infectious disease expert
Goldeneye: muse, idyllic respite, more
Not a person, a place. Have you ever been somewhere that makes you consider upending your life to move there? Think Goldeneye in Jamaica
Are you ready a romantic getaway?
A romantic just-for-you dinner, a scented bubble bath for two, flower petals on your bed and someone to take care of your every need.