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Angels in the Peruvian Amazon: Matt and Debra St. John
Editor’s note: While our focus is on luxury travel, we also champion travel that gives back. If you have participated in charitable travel, please tell us about it in the comments. As an itinerant travel writer and photographer who has set foot in some of the most...
Nervous Flyer? Tips for Calming Down, Especially During Turbulence
Experts say stronger jet streams and winter weather are making flights feel bumpier. “Strong jet streams, winter storms, and sudden changes in air pressure can make flights feel more unstable, even though they remain extremely safe,” says Jessie Chambers, Travel...
Travel News and Advice – February 15, 2026
Bed bug registry. Orkin has a registry where people report on hotels and other accommodations that have had bed bugs. It's a good idea to check it before booking your next stay: Bed Bug Registry. Winter storms in Spain and Portugal. Southern Spain and Portugal...
The Many Charms of Oklahoma City
When the opportunity to visit Oklahoma City came my way, I had no idea what to expect. My first night involved an event at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum – not exactly my cup of tea. Suffice it to say, I did not have high hopes that I would enjoy...
Italian Wine Suggestions for Valentine’s Day
Here are some traditional Italian wine ideas and a few unconventional suggestions for a toast on the most romantic day of the year. A couple enjoys a wine toast during a romantic meal. Stock photo. ANDREOLA (VENETO) NAZZARENO POLA - ETICHETTA DEL FONDATORE – DIRUPO -...
Want to Escape the Cold? Here Are the Sunniest, Warmest Seaside Getaways This Winter
According to a January 2026 report on seaside winter getaways, Dubai is the best coastal destination to visit during this cold season. The study by the digital entertainment platform JB examined 30 waterfront cities across the world based on climate, affordability,...
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Angels in the Peruvian Amazon: Matt and Debra St. John
Editor’s note: While our focus is on luxury travel, we also champion travel that gives back. If you have participated in charitable travel, please tell us about it in the comments. As an itinerant travel writer and photographer who has set foot in some of the most...
Hotels, Resorts, Spas
Hotel Review: Murrieta Hot Springs Resort – Southern California’s Hottest Spa Destination
It didn’t surprise me at all that the venerable Sunset Magazine recently featured an article on the newly restored Murrieta Hot Springs Resort (including a cover story and inclusion in its travel destination list and travel directory). It’s a thermal spa...
Food, Wine, Spirits
2026 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Semifinalists
Looking for the next great place to eat out? These choices by the James Beard Awards can give you great ideas in your home or vacation locale. (The finalists will be announced March 31, 2026.) Outstanding Restaurateur Elizabeth Blau, Blau + Associates (Buddy V’s and...
Cruise & Sail
Boating Safely on July 4th
Have you ever watched the July 4th fireworks from the deck of your boat? What could be better, right? A clear view of the over-the-water fireworks show. A sky filled with colors. Before you watch the display, you might fire up the grill for hamburgers and hot dogs....
Museums, Entertainment
Puppy Events: The Feel-Good Chemicals We All Need
You might have heard of puppy yoga. Generally, you spend 30 minutes on yoga exercise and another 30 minutes playing with puppies. These puppies usually come from breeders, so each event features a specific breed. Puppy Yoga Club holds these in a number of cities,...
Travel Advice, News
Alcohol-Free Travel Changes Sleep, Energy, and Memory
Editor's Note: We'll certainly continue to write about wine and spirits, but some of the information below might be interesting to you. I have cut down on alcohol intake, even though I've never been a heavy drinker. On my trip to Africa last fall, I didn't drink any...