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Upgrade your travel DIY skills with our tips on budgets, gear, planning and packing.

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Survival

Knowing what to do in an extreme travel event could save your life.

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Wellness

Travel well with advice on staying healthy and fit while you’re away.

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Sarah Thomas | June 18 2024

How to Overcome Jet Lag: Tips for Travelers

The sleep-disrupting impact of traveling different time zones can cut into your precious vacation time. Fortunately, there are ways to help yourself get over jet lag.

Ronan O'Connell | July 15 2024

What is Global Entry? And How Does It Work?

Find out who is eligible, requirements for application, and how the Global Entry program can help you fast-track the security lines.

Sarah Thomas | June 4 2024

Is Turbulence Dangerous? What Passengers Need to Know

A recent case of extreme turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight highlighted how bad the impact can be, but it’s worth remembering that such incidents are extremely rare. Learn the causes and risks of turbulence..

Diane Selkirk | March 21 2024

Navigating Wildfire Season: Safety Tips for Travelers

Increased summer temperatures have caused more frequent and severe wildfires in destinations around the world. Here’s how you can prepare and stay fire-safe on your travels.

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Meet the experts

Tim Neville

Tim Neville

Travel writer

Tim Neville is a correspondent for Outside magazine and a frequent contributor to the New York Times. His work has been featured in Best American Travel Writing, Best American Sports Writing, and Best Food Writing.
Joanna Tovia

Joanna Tovia

Travel writer

I grew up in the US, Germany and Australia, so it feels more foreign for me to stay in one place than to move around. I’ve called Boston, London, Seattle, Brisbane, Madison and Sydney home for study and work as a journalist, travel writer and photographer.
Spencer Yeomans

Spencer Yeomans

Travel writer

Spencer Yeomans is a mountain lover based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He's backpacked through some of the most stunning ranges in the world, including the Himalayas, the Dolomites, the Rockies, and many others.