Over breakfast in Ireland the other morning, two seasoned Irish women struck up a conversation with my husband and me. One asked why we were in Ireland, to which I responded that I had traveled alone several...

Many packing lists tend to sacrifice fashion in the name of efficiency and practicality, praising those clunky hiking boots and convertible pant-short options. They urge the traveler to toss fashion out the...

With flight delays, crowds, over-spending, and bad weather, it can be hard to see the good in holiday travel. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s usher in a season of bah humbug travelers. As one of the...

As anyone who has explored Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula can attest, this region of the country is something special. Home to impressive Mayan ruins, powdery white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, and so...

No matter where in Memphis you end up, you’ll hear the city loud and clear from every corner. From the hallowed rooms of Elvis’ Graceland to the bars belting out blues along Beale Street, Memphis is a city...

If you're planning on traveling internationally with your baby, you'll need to apply for a passport for your little one. Aside from the forms and formalities, sometimes the hardest part of the whole process is...

Taking the whole family to Miami for vacation might sound like an odd idea, considering the abundance of amusement parks located in nearby Orlando. However, while Miami is typically associated with being a...

The whole point of a vacation stems from a need to take off some time from work, relax, and unwind. We need the time off to recharge those batteries and to experience a destination fully. Sadly, travel does...

Whether due to marriage, divorce or court order,  if you're legally changing your name, you'll also have a lot of things to update with your shiny new name. If you have a passport and you plan on traveling...

Known for its gastronomy since ancient Roman days, Parma is even more than just a hotspot for mouthwatering cheese and ham. The city in the Emilia-Romagna region has it all -- from art and design to...

Tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville may come across as just another quiet mountain community. But, the truth is that it's a lively spot for artists, foodies, craft beer enthusiasts, and anyone...

You can almost smell the pumpkin pie baking in the oven ... and then you realize you have to travel for Thanksgiving. Suddenly those dreams of watching football and the parade with all of your nearest and...

Whether you are just attending or in the actual event, packing formal wedding attire, presents a number of challenges--especially if it's a destination wedding you're heading to. You have to battle wrinkles...

Sometimes you strike gold while flying. The security line is a breeze. Your flight is on time. You get upgraded. You land early. Your bag is ready and waiting for you at the carousel. Of course, most travelers...