It’s hard to pin down exactly when I became an anxious traveler. Was it when my parents dragged 10-year-old me to see “Castaway” in theaters in 2000? Perhaps it was when I spent my Winter 2007 trip to San Francisco absolutely freezing because I had packed for a Southern California climate and not the milder … Read more
Americans are bad at taking time off. If you’re one of the lucky workers that does get paid vacation days, you’re likely not using them all (only 23 percent do, according to a 2017 Glassdoor study). So here is a gentle reminder from Emmy award winning actor and creator of “Searching for Italy”, Stanley Tucci, … Read more
Summer is here, and one of the most exciting parts of the season is taking much-needed time off and exploring somewhere new, especially if you’ve been looking forward to your vacation for months. Although you’ve packed the essentials, curated your itinerary, and prepared for unforeseen circumstances, there are some surprises you can’t plan for — … Read more
InterContinental Hotels has teamed up with renowned British artist Claire Luxton to create three nature-inspired suites that will add an extra touch of elegance to your next vacation. Located in London, Dubai, and New York, these limited edition stays are a true immersive experience that plays on the beauty and wonder of the natural world. … Read more
From old-school Sunday drives to year-long excursions, there are so many ways to take advantage of wide-open spaces and spend time roaming around your hometown or across the country. The truth is, there’s just something so specifically appealing about road trips. If the open road is calling you, it may be time to plan an … Read more
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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Mark your calendars, because today, June 1 at 12pm EST the Stanley Adventure Quencher Travel Tumbler is back in stock. You can expect the 11 core colors to be … Read more
There’s nothing like stepping off the plane into an exciting new destination, especially in the summertime. But traveling is also expensive — not only do you have to pay for transportation, you have to fund accommodations, food, and activities once you arrive. Here’s the good news: There are plenty of ways to travel for nearly … Read more