Less than a decade ago, the biggest fraud in ski industry history nearly took down a beloved ski area. But Jay Peak, long known for its powder, has since transformed into a sparkling modern resort.
Category: Travel and Vacations
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Discover Dominica’s Secret Garden of Waterfalls and Hot Springs Before Everyone Does
Dominica, a remote Caribbean island, enchants with its waterfalls, hot springs and hummingbirds. But a new airport and more tourists could tame its wildness.
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Visiting Nude Saunas in Austria and Germany Without Feeling Awkward
Austria and Germany abound with popular resorts called thermen where getting the full sauna experience typically means having to take it all off.
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The Ultimate Product Placement: Thailand on ‘The White Lotus’
Season 3 of the hit HBO series is being shot in the lush Southeast Asian country, which is betting financial incentives given to the production will pay off in increased tourism numbers.
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Finding Great Coffee in Ho Chi Minh City
In this hectic, bustling city, there’s a cafe for every coffee acolyte. Here are seven places where you can try egg coffee and other Vietnamese specialties.
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How to Pack for a Two-Week Trip With One Small Suitcase
Expert advice from professional travelers on what to bring and where to put it.
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Scammed Out of $3,100 on a Booking.com Rental: Tripped Up
Following instructions she thought came from Booking.com, a woman wired payment for her planned eight-day stay to a bank account in Bilbao, Spain. It was a scam. She blames the company, but does she also bear some responsibility?
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In Search of Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman in Rochester and Auburn, N.Y.
On a snowy trip to Rochester and Auburn, N.Y., a writer explores the cities that Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman called home.
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Tips for Renting a Car Abroad
Hitting the open road can be a memorable way to explore a country, but it comes with potentially expensive hazards. Here’s how to navigate some of them.
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Skating on ‘Wild’ Ice in Alaska
When a two-week, high-pressure window of cold, clear weather froze lakes south of Anchorage, adventurous skaters, including our writer, were ready.
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Skating on ‘Wild’ Ice in Alaska
When a two-week, high-pressure window of cold, clear weather froze lakes south of Anchorage, adventurous skaters, including our writer, were ready.
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How Flight Attendants Fought Back Against Sexism in the Airline Industry
Decades ago, “stewardesses” earned less than men, couldn’t get married or gain weight, and had to retire at 32. A key figure in a landmark lawsuit looks back at a not-so-golden era.