For many river cruises, the biggest differentiating factor is usually the river itself. Cabin availability and a price tag that suits are important too.

Nowadays hotel pools may offer stunning views from a rooftop, or transform into the hottest hangout at night.

When should you do it? When shouldn’t you? Who expects it? Who doesn’t? And always, how much?

I’m honored to serve as godmother of Windstar Cruises’ newest ship, the Star Breeze, launching May 6.

Tips for a successful villa vacation

TripAdvisor’s 2015 TripBarometer study found that China will see great reductions in hotel prices this year. Here's how to make the most of your trip.

What you need to know about when to find last-minute deals.

Last month my family sailed on the 4,000 passenger Norwegian Breakaway. Here are some great tips for making the most of a family cruise.

In this Ask Wendy column, Wendy shares her tips for choosing guided photography tours.

River cruises are not known for being kid-friendly. Twelve-year-old Charlie shares his advice about taking kids on a river cruise.

One of the biggest reasons to travel by ship is the views as you come into port—especially if the waterway is frozen.

Wendy's exclusive first glimpse of the Bahama's $3.5 billion luxury resort development Baha Mar, opening in March.

The largest independent hotel operator in North America is not exactly a household name. Have you stayed at any of its properties?

While smartphones can capture a lot, you need a camera that can really travel with you. Here are some cool things you can do with your GoPro.

European river cruises have grown so popular that often the only time you can get a cabin is low season. But is a low-season cruise worth doing?

In this Ask Wendy column, Wendy shares some of the best hotels for a Paris Charles de Gaulle layover.

This Saturday is Valentine’s Day—and the Monday after is President’s Day. Many of us may be thinking about a last-minute long-weekend escape.

The best way to book a top hotel depends on the type of trip you’re taking. Here are some great options for the Maldives, Budapest and Peru.

A reader asks Wendy: I've heard a rumor that Venice is going to ban all roll-on suitcases starting in May 2015. Is this true?

Why did I start WendyPerrin.com? What's The WOW List? And what am I doing at TripAdvisor? I gave the inside story to the weekly podcast This Week in Travel.