Expert advice for planning easy day trips, rewarding getaways, and the best family vacations.
One of the many lovely benefits attached to the American Express Platinum card is access to over 600 airport lounges worldwide. That’s a travel luxury that has eluded me lo these many years in a lifetime of air travel, almost exclusively on American Airlines. As often as I fly, it’s never been enough to rack…
A family vacation at the Atlantis resort in the Bahamas is one of those dream trips, like going to Disney, which create memories that will last a lifetime. It’s a dream-come-true for children, but it can be a nightmare for parents on a budget. Here are a few tips for making the most of this…
Back when we were thinking of moving to Albany, I had this romantic notion that we would be taking the train into New York City all the time. Reality set in when I discovered that Amtrak charges nearly $100 per person round trip between Albany and Penn Station. For a family of four, it’s cheaper…
Visitors to the Virgin Islands who hunger for the thrills of roller coaster rides will not be disappointed. All they have to do is rent a car, head up into the mountains, and keep a few rules in mind. Rules of the Road Drive on the left. It’s easy to forget when on a road…
The Harry Potter theme park sets a new standard for amusement park attractions, drawing record numbers to Universal Studios Florida. Visitors to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter will discover all the magical places they’ve come to know and love in the book and movie series, but they’ll also find packed crowds and wait times…