Recently, I was talking to a friend who was planning a trip later this summer to Naples, Italy. He asked for my advice on how to find the cheapest flight….

If you have ever returned a rental car and felt surprised by the fuel charge, you are not alone. Gas is a travel cost that can sneak up quickly. Heck,…

I’m traveling in Europe and received an email from a colleague stating that I needed to change my flight by a few hours for my up-coming trip to Chicago. I…

Here’s a brilliant idea that I wish I had thought of! Many traveling couples and families go on vacation and come home to realize that they don’t have any decent…

A reader just asked whether you need reservations to visit Notre Dame or attend Mass in Paris. The short answer is: no—but it helps. And since I’m here in Paris…

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One of our contributors turned me on to Daytrip last year when she raved about the amazing service she received. Then one of our friends said the same thing after…

A reader just asked me this excellent question: “We are looking for a convenient central hotel to stay in Copenhagen in August. Any ideas?” ~ Paula First off, Copenhagen in…

I’ve been fortunate to sail on more than three dozen cruises, and the cruise line I’ve sailed on the most is Princess Cruises. The Original Love Boat, yes, the hit…

I grew up just outside New York City in a Connecticut suburb. My dad‘s side of the family is 100% Italian, so every Sunday after church we made the short…

As the busy summer travel season gets underway, airports across the United States are preparing for heavier passenger volumes and potentially longer security lines at TSA checkpoints. For travelers looking…

It’s been a dreary weekend here in L.A. (at least by the beach), which feels fitting since it’s a day to reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Speaking…

One of the biggest mistakes travelers make in Europe is assuming pickpockets are easy to spot. In reality, they often look like ordinary tourists, students or even well-dressed couples. And…

I recently asked my followers on Facebook: What’s the most memorable lodging you’ve ever stayed in? The responses came flooding in, with more than 50 comments spanning everything from jungle…

King Charles recently gave a brilliant speech to Congress, which reminded me of when I met him … Back on November 8, 2010, I was having dinner with two of…