Travel

Imagine yourself lounging on a patio, a chilled glass of Pacheca Branco Grande Reserve in your hand, overlooking the vineyards of a lush 18th-century estate and vineyard in the Douro Valley in Portugal.

No more marathon road trips or flights taken just to get a passport renewed in time.

I love some history with my dose of Southern hospitality, and these three inns deliver.

While you may think of camping sites, lodges and cabins for park accommodations, some offer lodging a bit more out-of-the box. We recently stayed in a 1970s barrel cabin in Unicoi State Park in North Georgia, so named because it’s shaped like a giant barrel.

For three years, I’ve written the same words on Airbnb’s reservation field that says “tell your host why you’re in town.”

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I agreed to go on a weekend yoga retreat with my sister in Manitou Springs. Turns out, it was the perfect opportunity to unwind.

Here are our favorite apps to make travel easier, more affordable and more fun.

Thinking of heading to the snow for a few more winter adventures for spring break this year? The Cannery Lodge is a great option.

Recently, The Travel 100 asked a crucial question of frequent fliers: Is it rude to recline your seat all the way on an airline? The options:

We zipped along on our green scooters, passing the impossibly white sand dunes of the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the Santa Rosa Sound on the other, enjoying the unspoiled beauty of Gulf Islands National Seashore in Navarre Beach.

Get a recipe for a prosecco mojito, tips on handling flight delays and a luggage tag that charges your phone. Find the best way to see Machu Picchu, go consignment shopping in Palm Beach and tour Ireland.

Discover fall colors during a unique getaway at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska, and enjoy a special Read more

I’ve peered over the edge of tall skyscrapers, viewed sharks floating above me in tanks and strolled through beautiful gardens, all with discount admission by using a CityPASS. This coupon book gets you reduced admission into major attractions in 13 cities.

As summer comes to an end, trying to coordinate one last road trip can be stressful. Luckily, there are plenty of apps to enhance your travel experience. If you plan to hit the road, download these apps first:

Alaska is known for vast landscapes, backcountry beauty and wildlife. All of that can now be found on East Fifth Avenue in the heart of downtown Anchorage, where a “Greetings from Alaska” mural was recently finished on the Alaska Travel Industry Association building. Each letter is a different scene from the state.

Before vacay this summer, equip your phone with these three great apps:

Last November, in an effort to protect the Conundrum Hot Springs camping area, the U.S. Forest Service finalized a plan to issue overnight permits to campers. Those permits will be available starting April 18 and can be purchased at Recreation.gov.

Two new Alaska lodging options give visitors the opportunity to fulfill bucket list dreams.

Pitch a tent next to a private pond; stay in a solar-powered cabin; wake up in a forest. Spend the night in a bus, RV, treehouse or tiny house.

Airbnb has more than 4 million listings worldwide. The #1 wished-for in the world? A charming treehouse nestled in the woods of northwest Atlanta.

If you think you blinked and missed the fabulous fall colors in the Rockies, you’re not too late.

Move over dogs, it’s time for CATS’ first feline.

I went to check in for a flight recently and located my confirmation number on my calendar. Then I hit a snag: I didn’t remember which airline I was on. But my days of searching for flight confirmations are over.

As a veteran of off-season travel, I know the joys of saving money, fewer tourists and quiet resorts. Think outside traditional travel times and discover amazing vacation experiences.

Road tripping this summer? Check out one of these cool Colorado destinations.

Since its construction in 1932, Trail Ridge Road has offered breathtaking views, spectacular wildlife sightings and a variety of natural wonders.

In 2004, the International Air Transport Association began pushing airlines to issue electronic tickets. Prior to that, most passengers received their tickets through the mail from a travel agent or from an airline ticket office.

Travel is an exciting opportunity during summertime; however, travel can quickly become expensive.

Located in southern Colorado, Bent’s Fort was a bustling hub of commerce and cultural diversity in the 1800s. Built by William and Charles Bent, this trading post served as a gathering place for trappers, Mexicans, Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes who lived and hunted in the area.

The snow is melting in Colorado, and it is time to start enjoying some summer getaway locations in our state. Popular ski towns have transitioned to offer fun activities you can enjoy all summer.