There's a statistic that caught me off guard last year: 58% of travelers now say they'd rather bring their dog on a long trip than a human friend. At first, I laughed.
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View AllFlight Attendant Reveals Free First Class Upgrade Secrets
Global - After years of speculation and social media advice, a veteran flight attendant sets the record straight on what actually secures free upgrades and what never will.
By Bob Vidra
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Skip Lake Como Crowds for Tahoe's Alpine Shores
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – California's alpine jewel courts UK travelers with crystal-clear waters and uncrowded shores as an alternative to overtourism-strained European lake destinations.
By Jennifer Wilmington
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4 min read
10 Stunning National Parks You Can Visit Free This Fall
NATIONAL PARKS, United States - A third of the nation's 63 national parks charge no entrance fee year-round, offering families and budget-conscious travelers big scenery without the gate cost this fall.
By Jennifer Wilmington
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5 min read
Airlines Win Right to Hide Extra Fees from Flyers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Airlines can once again obscure baggage fees during initial flight searches after the Department of Transportation restored its pre-2024 disclosure framework.
By Bob Vidra
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WestJet Crew Strike Vote Threatens Canada Travel
TORONTO, Canada - Nearly 4,400 WestJet flight attendants voted overwhelmingly to authorize strike action over unpaid ground work and wages, setting up potential disruption for summer travelers if talks fail.
By Bob Vidra
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4 min read
Morocco Eases Visa Rules as Tourism Surges in 2026
RABAT, Morocco - Morocco updates its visa and e-visa system on July 18, 2026, making entry smoother for international travelers as tourism numbers climb past 8.8 million visitors.
By Mariana Torres
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4 min read
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The Travel Watches I Actually Wear: Stylish, Useful, and Not Worth Getting Mugged Over
I love watches. I love nice watches. I also love not turning myself into a walking insurance claim the second I step out of an airport.A good travel watch has a very specific job. It needs to tell the
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The Travel Bags I Actually Use: From Carry-On Minimalism to Full Expedition Chaos
The Travel Bags I Actually Use: From Carry-On Minimalism to Full Expedition ChaosI have very little patience for travel bags that only look good in a product photo.A good bag earns its place the hard
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The 100MP Camera That Made Me Leave the Big Kit Behind
I have owned, tested, broken, carried, and cursed at more camera gear than any normal person should. I have shot everything from expeditions in Mongolia, ships in Antarctica to luxury hotels, wildlife