12 Great Traditional Cultural Festivals of Spain – and When to Go
From Las Fallas to Semana Santa, discover 12 of Spain’s most spectacular traditional festivals — with dates, tips, and what to expect as a visitor.
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16 Great Cathedrals of Spain
From the Sagrada Família to the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba, Tom’s guide to 16 of Spain’s most spectacular cathedrals — with firsthand notes from 50 years of visits.
How to Make Flying Easier and More Comfortable
A few things you can do, and wear, to make flying easier and much more comfortable. How to book your flight, choose your seats, organize your carry-on, enjoy traveling with ease.
The Very Best Things To Do with a Week in Amsterdam
Planning a week in Amsterdam? Discover the best museums, restaurants, day trips, and hotels — plus practical tips from a traveler who’s been going since 1975
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Review
Find out why the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is our favorite travel credit card. The benefits are numerous and substantial.
Chase Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card Review
The Chase Ink Business Preferred Credit Card is one of the best travel rewards credit cards for your business. And with an enhanced introductory offer, it makes great sense to get this card now.
Our Best Carry-On and Personal Item Travel Bags
Over the years, we’ve lugged checked bags, carry-on and personal item travel bags of many different shapes and sizes. This is what we’re currently carrying, and what we like. Read on for our recommendations for our best travel bags, good to go for long or short trips.
The Capital One Venture Card Review
The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card simplifies the points earning scheme for anyone who gets overwhelmed by the variable bonus categories of most other cards. And it currently has a great welcome bonus.
Flying with Only a Personal Item – Our Ultimate Minimalist Packing Tips
Flying with just a “personal item” is the easiest and most economical way to fly. Can you say “basic economy?” and “no bag fees?”
What’s in My Carry-On Personal Item
Part of making flying easier is having a well thought out and packed personal item that fits under the seat in front of you on the plane. Here’s our list of what to carry on every flight.
