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Mount Rainier becomes fourth national park to scrap reservation system ahead of peak season
After three of the most visited U.S. national parks recently rolled back their entry requirements for 2026, Mount Rainier National Park in Washington...
Ice camping, kayaking, snowshoeing: The epic adventure of an HX Expeditions trip to Antarctica
The lack of human-made sound is striking. From my tent atop a snowfield along the coast of Antarctica, I’m looking out over the...
Barcelona just doubled its hotel tourist tax — here’s how much more you could pay
Visits to Barcelona are about to get more expensive as the city plans to double fees for tourists staying in the highly visited...
Hilton Honors American Express Card: Solid perks for beginner travelers
If you want Hilton perks without paying an annual fee, the Hilton Honors American Express Card is the simplest way to get started....
Air Canada’s Aeroplan program: The ultimate guide to earning and redeeming points
Air Canada’s Aeroplan loyalty program is one of the most valuable Star Alliance airline programs — and it’s one worth knowing, even if...
Air Canada’s Aeroplan program: The ultimate guide to earning and redeeming points
Air Canada’s Aeroplan loyalty program is one of the most valuable Star Alliance airline programs — and it’s one worth knowing, even if...
It’s worth double-checking: My credit card’s rental car coverage paid out for damage I thought was excluded
I’ve always felt pretty confident about understanding my credit card benefits. As someone who writes about credit cards for a living, I assumed...
8 European destinations that are better in spring than summer
I’m a Goldilocks kind of traveler, which is to say I’m not a fan of weather that’s too hot or too cold. But...
Dubai Airports and Emirates to resume limited number of flights today
Resumption of operations has begun to resume in Dubai airports Dubai Airports has confirmed that a limited resumption of operations will begin later...
What are points and miles worth? TPG’s March 2026 monthly valuations
One of the questions people often ask us is, “How much is a point or mile worth?” The true answer varies from point...