Whether you’re taking a summer vacation across America or enjoying a staycation in your hometown, bookmark this list of free things to do from New York City to Los Angeles.

Our friends at SmarterTravel.com share the latest in lightweight, pocket-sized travel tech.

Brett Snyder, Chief Airline Dork of The Cranky Concierge and Cranky Flier, reveals his most embarrassing travel experience, and his opinion on the biggest issue airlines face.

Eric Stoen has traveled to 30 countries with young kids, so he’s learned something about crafting vacations that work for the whole family.

As the husband of the godmother of a cruise ship, I got to experience, and photograph, the inaugural sailing of Windstar Cruises’ Star Breeze.

Viking Ocean Cruise line isn’t for everyone. But it doesn’t want to be.

Going to the zoo and aquarium can be a magical experience. Here are 10 zoos and aquariums where you can actually spend the night.

Wendy and The Points Guy show a reader how to get the best frequent-flier deals for AmEx points.

Nepal earthquake relief efforts continue, and you might be surprised to hear that it is ready for travelers. Here's what you need to know.

In this Ask Wendy column, a reader inquires about how to get help evacuating a country in the case of a natural disaster or a political crisis.

TripAdvisor has compared the costs of travel to the 10 most popular destinations this summer, and they’ve identified the least expensive weeks for each one.

Last week I christened Windstar Cruises’ newest ship, the 212-passenger Star Breeze, and then hosted the inaugural voyage to Rome.

When the restaurant bill arrives, even the savviest travelers can feel like novices. Should you tip? How much? Our experts share info on how to tip in Asia.

While our thoughts are with Nepal earthquake relief efforts, we know that many travelers are wondering whether they should cancel or reroute their plans.

Wendy chatted with Cruise Critic readers today, sharing her best advice and insights on family cruises. Here are a few highlights from the conversation.

Good news for elephant lovers: An elephant orphanage is set to open in Tanzania, addressing the country's wildlife crisis.

The earthquake that struck Nepal reminds us that anything can happen anytime, but there are some easy things travelers can do to prepare for emergencies.

These beautiful destinations will satisfy the desire to get back to nature—on Earth Day or any day.

South African Tourism’s Ubuntu Awards Gala, tonight in New York, is sure to bring back memories: South Africa is where my husband and I had our first date.

I had a blast serving as master of ceremonies of South African Tourism's Ubuntu Awards gala, held Monday night at New York's American Museum of Natural History.