Hollywood — and the people who visit — often get plenty of things wrong about Los Angeles. And perhaps one of the most offensive misconceptions is…
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I took a 43-hour Amtrak train ride to avoid chaos at airports ahead of Thanksgiving.The Southwest Chief from Los Angeles to Chicago had scenic views and…
Food is as integral to a trip as where you stay and what you see. But if you’re visiting a place situated on the beaten tourist…
By Larry Valenzuela, CalMatters Farmworkers harvest banana peppers at a farm near the town of Helm on July 1, 2025. Photo by Larry Valenzuela, CalMatters/CatchLight Local…
Kenya is a must-visit destination for many travelers, and for good reason—it’s home to some of Africa’s most iconic national parks, and it’s the birthplace of…
Spain can be surprisingly affordable, yet many travelers end up spending far more than they expected simply because they make small but costly mistakes. What should…
NEED TO KNOWA record 81.8M Americans are traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday, with car congestion peaking on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to AAAFlights will see 6…
If you find yourself feeling sick when you return from a trip, you’re not alone. According to Weill Cornell Medicine, up to 80 percent of travelers…
As a travel writer who spends a lot of time navigating airports, I’ve learned that some of the smartest money-saving travel hacks start long before you…
If you’re flying, road-tripping, or navigating packed airports this holiday season, chances are your phone battery will dip right when you need it most — and…