Avoid these overcrowded destinations this summer
Do I really need to show you pictures of Dubrovnik when there’s a cruise ship in town, or of the Trevi Fountain in Rome on a hot day, to prove travel has never been as crowded as it is this summer?
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Passengers are missing their summer flights. Here’s how to avoid being left behind
Ever had this nightmare? You’re racing through the airport, dodging slow-moving travelers, swerving to avoid those annoying golf carts, only to arrive breathlessly at your gate just as the doors close.
It’s the busiest travel season ever! Here’s how to avoid lines and stay ahead of the crowds
If you feel like you’re spending more time standing in line than on vacation, then you’ve probably been traveling this year.
What should you do if you’re not welcome on vacation?
Chloe Bennet says she felt unwelcome when she visited Venice recently. And she had a decision to make.
Are you afraid to travel this summer?
Jan Howell is afraid of the water levels this summer.She’s booked on a Danube riverboat cruise, and she’s concerned that the water levels won’t be high enough for the ship. That could turn her cruise into a bus tour — or even cancel it. Months of careful planning would go down the drain.
Scooters and e-bikes are a menace to travelers. Here’s how to handle them.
Sarah Morris used to love riding an e-scooter. Until her accident.
These are the things you do on a plane that you’ll really regret
What do you regret doing on a plane? Chances are it involves a drink.
What’s the worst thing you’ve done on vacation?
Confession time! What’s the worst thing you’ve ever done on vacation?
Why are travelers making such a mess this summer?
Sharmistha Das says she didn’t trash her Lyft. But her driver claims she dragged her bicycle helmet along the side of his door, leaving several long scuff marks.
What’s car shaming, and how do you avoid it on your next road trip?
There’s nothing like a road trip this summer — if you can get past the shame of it.