Secrets and solutions for dealing with flights, hotels, cruises and family travel, plus the best sites and apps for your digital travel toolkit.
Luxury beach resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean are offering up to 50% off this summer through December 20.
Edinburgh has five Michelin stars, thanks to innovative Scottish chefs and farm-to-table ingredients. Here are the city's can't-miss restaurants and pubs.
When your cruise ship stops in Israel, here's how to use your limited time wisely and get the best itinerary and tour guide for your dollar.
It's the 70th Anniversary of D-Day, and there's a lot of interest in European itineraries that encompass the Normandy landing beaches and other WWII sites.
These New York City hotels are well-located for sightseeing, convenient to public transportation, and budget-friendly.
Where the locals (and foodies) eat in Nice and Monte Carlo
A satellite phone can be a lifesaver in remote regions or in emergency or disaster situations where cellular networks crash or become overloaded.
In Southeast Asia your travel dollar stretches far. Experience exotic luxury on a budget by choosing the right hotels in the right locations.
Iran's big surprises include how friendly the people are, how empty the UNESCO World Heritage sites are, and the number of flavors of non-alcoholic beer.
How do you get better service at hotels? When a problem crops up, how do you get it fixed, pronto? Here are tried-and-true strategies.
The story behind the wendyperrin.com launch party at the Andaz 5th Avenue
Where to stay in London for an easy overnight—and how to avoid the city's lines and crowds.
For some day trips from Florence—say, to Lucca and Pisa—you can take the train. For others—say, the hill towns of Chianti—you may want a private driver.
How do you decide whether the inconvenience and sleep deprivation are worth the savings of an early or late flight?
Even with all his miles and expertise, Randy Peterson (founder of Milepoint, FlyerTalk, BoardingArea, and InsiderFlyer) still relates to ordinary travelers. Here, he shares some of his wisdom.
A couple needs a credit card that works in Europe and at home.
If piloting your own small plane to the edge of the earth sounds like your kind of fun, or like a great gift for a significant other, I’ve got an idea for you.
I’m not a travel agent—I’m a journalist who has spent the past 30 years reporting on how to travel smarter. To maximize your experience, click to Ask Wendy for a personalized recommendation for trip ideas and custom-trip designers, tailored to your location and preferences.