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In the past few months, I’ve been asked the same question over and over again: “With everything going on in the world right now… how can you feel safe traveling in 2026?” It’s a fair question. Headlines are louder than ever, and recent events—like the escalating conflict in the Middle East have only added to that sense of uncertainty. But here’s the truth most experienced travelers already know: the world has always had its tensions, its risks, and its moments of instability.

After getting stranded on a snowy mountain near Flagstaff, one simple question turned a stressful situation into a meaningful travel moment. A reminder that flexibility, calm thinking, and asking for help can lead to unexpected connections.

If you’re planning a trip to Europe this year, there’s a major change waiting for you at the border—and it’s already causing headaches. The European Union has officially rolled out its new Entry/Exit System (EES) as of April 2026. On paper, it’s a big upgrade. In reality? It’s been a bit of a mess so far. Let’s break down what it is, what’s going wrong, and how you can avoid getting stuck in line for hours. Quick Summary: Europe travel is getting a bit more structured, and a

Take an easy day trip from Nice to Monaco by train. Visit the Monte Carlo Casino, Formula 1 Grand Prix hairpin, luxury yachts in Port Hercules, and the Prince’s Palace.

Planning a trip to Nice, France? Learn how to arrive by train or airport, explore Old Town markets, walk the Promenade des Anglais, enjoy the beach, and take easy day trips to Monaco and the French Riviera.

Learn how to use Hotels.com to earn rewards, unlock free nights, and maximize your travel savings with simple booking strategies and insider tips.

A funny short story about chasing a hidden local hot spring in rural Iceland—complete with gravel roads, fence hopping, and Catherine’s famous question: “What are the chances we get shot in Iceland?”

We thought there would be something magical about an overnight train in Europe — the soft rhythm of the tracks, the narrow bunks, the feeling that you’re gliding through history while you sleep. So, on our journey from Berlin to Paris, we settled into our small compartment as the city lights faded behind us. Catherine — about nine years old at the time — was completely absorbed in her book, Number the Stars . She had been reading it nonstop for days. It would become her favor

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For adventure lovers into good food, ocean thrills, colorful history, and walkable streets, San Juan, Puerto Rico, is the place to be. The place is a Caribbean escape, but being a U.S. territory, it means that citizens don’t need a passport, and your US cell phone works. Domestic flights are easy to catch, and you don’t have to worry about foreign exchange. Old San Juan is by far the star here. In this guide, we will walk you through the historic heart of the city, which stan

One of the simplest—and most surprisingly meaningful—rules we’ve followed while traveling is this: We don’t eat any food we’ve heard of. Okay, that’s not entirely true. What we really mean is we don’t eat at restaurants we could find at home. No Starbucks. No Domino’s. No Cracker Barrel. No Steak ’n Shake. Yes, we’ll eat pizza—but not from a chain we pass every day. Yes, we’ll eat hamburgers, eggs, and bacon—but not in a place with the same menu, logo, and laminated placemat

Sometimes travel is about the sights. Sometimes it’s about the people. And sometimes—every once in a while—it’s about delivering 20 precious Chicken McNuggets across continents because someone really misses American fast food. This is the story of how a simple box of McNuggets made the long journey from the USA to Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa. The Mission Begins in Nashville The journey started innocently enough: another work trip to Liberia West Africa. In preparation, I

En route to Venezuela, I had a stop over in Panama. So I found a guide that would take me kayaking on the waters of Lake Gatún — the vast lake that forms the heart of the Panama Canal . My guide and I paddled quietly, admiring the blend of wild nature and discussing one of humanity’s greatest engineering feats. We threaded our way between clusters of small, forested islands — remnants of mountaintops left behind when the valley was flooded to create the lake over a century

So having to work in Hawaii off and on for nine weeks is not a bad gig. Some business trips are all meetings and airports. Others—like the ones to Hawaii—come with snorkel gear in the trunk “just in case.” Between site visits, emails, and conference calls, we would sneak in random dips in the ocean whenever we could. There’s something about slipping into the water before or after work that resets your entire mindset. On the final morning of one trip, we decided to get in one

Are you looking for a unique travel experience in France that goes beyond sightseeing? Imagine spending your days learning traditional...

Snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef was a dream come true, and to make the experience even better, our tour included an Intro to Scuba....

Rick returned to Spain on a solo trip to reconnect—with himself and with a country that was once home for several years. In the...

For about a year, I had been traveling regularly to Liberia, West Africa, to help with rebuilding efforts for a large company after the...

Australia is vast, wild, and unforgettable. On our 3 week adventure, we set out to experience the best the country has to offer—from...