Soaring mountains, vast canyons, gushing waterfalls and geysers — it’s no wonder these are the 10 most popular national parks in the United States. Use this list to pick where to go and where to avoid if you don’t want to deal with crowds. Stretching from the coast of Maine to the canyons of the West, these are some of the country’s greatest treasures.

For many people, summer is the most convenient time to travel, but this means that vacation destinations see inflated crowds during the season. How do you avoid hoards of tourists during a summer holiday? Look no further than these quiet summer destinations recommended by travel bloggers around the world.

At the start of 2020, I made a statement that I have now come to regret, “I need to take a couple of months off traveling.” Wishes really do come true! Enjoy this recap of all the places I “traveled” in 2020.

This step-by-step travel planning guide and checklist will help you start booking your own trips without the help of a travel agent. It follows the exact steps I’ve taken to plan my vacations in 20 different countries, as well as tips to save money and stress less.

Trade in the concrete jungle this summer for nature-filled escapes. These outdoorsy summer destinations feature waterfalls, lakes, mountains and forests. Plus, they’re just a short drive away from the most populated cities in the United States. Think of them as a step up from a staycation with much better views and plenty of space to avoid the crowds!

So you’re stuck at home instead of off traveling. That doesn’t mean that a fun vacation is totally off the table. These travel-themed staycation ideas cost little to nothing, can fit into a day or weekend, and don’t even require you to leave the house. Make it a spa day for two or a big outdoor adventure for the whole family.

Did you know that Canada is home to the smallest desert in the world? All the important details about the weird little wonder are in this guide — from how to get there to what other breathtaking natural scenes await nearby.

You don’t need a travel agent or huge budget to see the world. These websites and apps will alert you to airline sales, give you insights on the cheapest flight dates and destinations, and help you sort through accommodations for your holiday. Check out these 8 travel tools I use to plan my trips.

It costs good money to pay for plane tickets and bucket list experiences like glacier boat rides in Iceland and helicopter tours in Kauai. So how do we travel to places like Switzerland, Italy and Hawaii without going totally broke? We prioritize travel in our budget! Get some ideas on where to cut back from these 21 things I don’t spend money on to afford my travel habits instead.

Outdoor kitchens full of fresh flavors, stunning garden displays with shrubs in the shape of princesses, and entertainment for every age makes the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival one of the best times to visit this Disney World theme park.

What obstacles keep you from traveling more? Chances are, the answer is time or money. With work, family obligations, bills and more, it just never seems to be the right time to book that plane ticket. These 10 tips will help you brainstorm ways to find more time and money and travel more.

I’ve spent the holiday season in three countries and all over the United States, so Christmas has meant coats, flip-flops, and everything in between. But despite many changes in scenery and climate over the years, a few traditions prevail.

From colorful rows of evergreen trees to dazzling icicle forests, the holiday vibes are strong in Huntsville, AL. This is a Southern destination that doesn’t often get painted in wintry white, so fostering a festive atmosphere is especially important.

This year, I saw the Northern Lights in Iceland, dancing across the dark night sky in fluorescent shades of green. I experienced a different kind of light show standing in the middle of Times Square in New York, on a long-time-coming trip to a city I once I thought I'd live in, but still hadn't visited years later.

The holiday season here in the United States evokes images of turkeys, pies, family gatherings and crazy shopping deals. But most importantly, it provides a time to think about what we are blessed with. ...  I wanted to take the opportunity to reflect on everything I have to be thankful for because of travel.

“Iceberg ahead!” I might have said this one too many times as we zipped around the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon on a Saturday morning in early October, but something about the cold air striking against my face

I didn’t trick-or-treat growing up, or vacation at Disney World, so Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party fulfilled just about every childhood dream.

Are you confused by the title of this post? I don’t blame you. The decision to quit my job as a writer and assistant editor for an internationally circulated travel magazine was confusing, scary and overwhelming.

When you think of a Hawaii vacation, do you immediately see dollar signs? Since it's the northernmost of the major islands (and therefore more remote), Kauai, in particular, can empty wallets pretty quickly. Just like anywhere else, though, exercising control over what you spend makes a huge difference.

You all know that compliment “you’re one in a million,” right? Well, when it comes to travel blogging, it often feels like I’m just one OF a million. Or millions. And that’s not completely false. Google the phrase “travel blog” and you’ll get nearly 300 million hits.