Travel
Destinations, costs, and the shifting economics of getting away.
The 2026 World Cup Starts in 63 Days and Most Americans Are Not Ready for What Is Coming
Sixteen cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico are about to host the biggest sporting event on earth and the travel planning...
Japan in April Is Still the Greatest Travel Experience Most People Keep Putting Off
Cherry blossom season in Japan is not overhyped. It is one of those rare experiences that actually delivers on the promise. Here is why...
More People Are Traveling Alone Than Ever. Here's What's Actually Driving It.
Solo travel hit an all-time high in Google search interest in 2026. The people making these trips aren't who you'd expect, and the reasons...
Passport Renewal Delays Are About to Ruin Summer Travel Plans for Millions of Americans
The State Department's passport backlog just hit a 14-week processing time for routine applications. If you are planning international...
Americans Are Skipping Greece and Going to Albania Instead, and It Is Not Hard to Understand Why
Albania is not on most American travelers' radar yet, but bookings surged 300 percent last year and the country is landing at the top of...
The Case for Taking the Train in 2026 When Gas Is $4.11 and Flights Keep Getting More Expensive
With gas prices elevated and airlines piling on surcharges, a growing number of Americans are rediscovering train travel as a practical and...
Black Travelers Are Moving Differently in 2026, and the Travel Industry Is Scrambling to Catch Up
The Black travel market is a $109 billion segment of the US travel economy. The community built its own infrastructure when mainstream...
Why Japan Is the Number One Most Booked International Destination for American Travelers This Summer
Hopper, Expedia, and Kayak all show Japan ahead of Italy, France, and Mexico in summer 2026 bookings. The yen, the new direct flights, and...
Summer 2026: Why Americans Are Staying Closer to Home This Year
Iran war uncertainty, doubled jet fuel costs, and a 160% spike in domestic travel interest are reshaping how Americans plan their summer....
Where People Are Actually Going This Summer
Summer 2026 travel is shifting away from the obvious destinations. Scandinavia is up 35%. Mexico City hit a 10-year search high. AI travel...
Solo Travel Hit an All-Time High in 2026, and the Destinations People Are Choosing Tell You Something
Google search interest for solo travel just reached its highest recorded point. The coolcation trend is real, and slow travel Italy is up...
Summer 2026 Airfare Is Lower Than Most Travelers Realize
International airfares are down around ten percent, domestic is down three percent, and long haul routes to Europe and Asia are trending...
Coolcations Are Reshaping Where People Travel This Summer and the Iran War Is Accelerating It
Rising jet fuel costs, summer heat, and a disrupted airline industry are pushing travelers toward cool-climate destinations in 2026. Seoul,...
The New Rules of Travel in 2026 Are About Going Slower, Staying Longer, and Knowing Why You Are Going
Luxury rail bookings are up 41%. Japan and Thailand demand is surging. And a growing number of travelers are asking a question they never...
Micro Travel Is Having Its Moment. Here Is Why Short Trips Are the Smartest Thing You Can Do This Year.
One to three night getaways are outperforming big international vacations in 2026 for one simple reason: they actually happen. Here is what...
AAA Projects a Record 47 Million Americans Will Travel for Memorial Day Weekend 2026
AAA released its Memorial Day forecast Tuesday. Air travel volume is set to break the 2019 record for the first time. Road traffic is up...
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