Need a break from the real world? There’s no better place to relax than on a warm, sunny beach—but for most travelers, it’s not relaxing to spend a fortune on your getaway. Luckily, there are plenty of off-the-beaten-path beach vacations that won’t cost you an arm and a leg. Check out these lesser-known beach destinations […]
Foldable and Collapsible Shoes Perfect for Your Carry-On
Squeezing in an extra pair of travel shoes can be a science—especially when you’re traveling light. Know where to look, though, and you’ll find ultra-packable, and even stylish options for both men and women. Here are eight pairs of shoes—from boots to flip flops—that pack small and deliver big. Foldable and Collapsible Shoes Perfect for […]
Must-Pack Medications for Travel
Whether it’s a sleeping pill to get you through that long-haul flight to Australia or a motion sickness patch for your round-the-Horn South America cruise, travel medications are part of any savvy globetrotter’s bag of tricks. You’ll want to bring any prescriptions that you take regularly, of course, but a good selection of over-the-counter remedies […]
The Carry-On Challenge: How to Pack Light Every Time
After years of traveling, I’ve learned the many advantages of bringing only a carry-on: avoiding baggage fees, not having to worry about the airlines losing my luggage and being less encumbered by heavy bags while navigating a new place. And while other fliers are waiting at baggage claim watching the belt go round and round, […]