We raced from JFK to the Empire State Building — which mode of transportation was fastest? The cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews
At the start of this week, I had no intention of trying to see the solar eclipse. London, my home of almost 20 years, was set to experience more than 90% partial coverage, and that felt good enough for me. After an intense year of work and travel — and celebrating my 40th birthday last
The U.S. is chock full of charming mountain towns — we even recently rounded up some of our absolute favorites for an effortless weekend getaway . If you're looking for that western charm, fresh alpine air and cowboy vibes in spades — paired with proximity to two of America's most striking national parks and premiere
The main requirement of a great beach town is, obviously, proximity to a great beach. But even though there are thousands of beautiful seaside towns across the country, not all of them make for an ideal weekend escape — whether due to inconvenience, lack of charm or some other factor. So we've taken the guesswork
This summer has been absolutely relentless for travelers. It's not just the sweltering heat in cities like New York and Chicago that's causing stress, but major cities have been crowded in a way that compounds the heat. Additionally, June 23 set the all-time record for TSA screenings (2.99 million in a single day), eight of
Not every great vacation requires taking a week off work. Sometimes all you need is a weekend, a direct flight and the right destination for your perfect getaway. Whether your ideal escape involves hiking through dramatic landscapes, lingering over unforgettable meals, spending time with the kids, snuggling up with your loved one, exploring museums or
If you want to know how to plan a trip to Disney World, you've come to the right place. This guide includes tips for choosing the right Disney World hotel for your budget, deciding which ticket type is right for you, determining which extras are worth splurging on and planning a trip that's fun and
Recent deadly outbreaks of Ebola in Africa and hantavirus on a cruise ship have made headlines — but some less unusual diseases present a threat much closer to home. Some threats, like yellow fever and rabies, mainly apply to travelers visiting certain regions or participating in specific activities. Others are lurking almost everywhere. According to
A few months ago, I posted the above photo to my Instagram with the caption “we need not be pagans.” It got a surprisingly large amount of comments, including from Alaska woodworker and artist Zach LaPerrière, who said I should share my sleeping setup. Here goes. Most important—and duh—it depends on the conditions, but my
A few months ago, I posted the above photo to my Instagram with the caption “we need not be pagans.” It got a surprisingly large amount of comments, including from Alaska woodworker and artist Zach LaPerrière, who said I should share my sleeping setup. Here goes. Most important—and duh—it depends on the conditions, but my
Happy New Year! If you’re a subscriber to AJ in print, you might have read my intro in the current issue about the nature of hard things. Last fall, when I first started thinking about making 2026 the Year of Doing Hard Things, I concocted a list of all the hard things I would attempt.
A few months ago, I posted the above photo to my Instagram with the caption “we need not be pagans.” It got a surprisingly large amount of comments, including from Alaska woodworker and artist Zach LaPerrière, who said I should share my sleeping setup. Here goes. Most important—and duh—it depends on the conditions, but my