Most travelers fly between cities like Lima, Cuzco and Arequipa, but if you want to explore beaches, deserts and mountains at your own pace, try a hop-on, hop-off bus. Mya Guarnieri | NYTi… Read More

Fall is the ideal time to explore the ruggedly beautiful Scottish capital, which turns 900 this year. Graeme Virtue | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

Long waits can take a bite out of the magic at places like Walt Disney World and Disneyland. There are ways to speed things up, but be prepared to pay more. Nora Walsh | NYTimes Travel | D… Read More

It’s October, and horror movie festivals scratch both the weekend getaway and scare-the-bejesus-out-of-you itch. A guide to some worth checking out. Erik Piepenburg | NY… Read More

Harald Sohlberg is celebrated within his native country and almost unknown outside it. A writer goes in search of the artist’s inspiration in Norway’s… Read More

The New York mayor is accused of accepting free luxury travel in exchange for political favors. How large was he living? A writer puts the experience to the test. Sarah Lyall and Clark Hod… Read More

Spend a weekend sampling I.P.A.s and cider doughnuts, touring an enchanted sugar forest and relaxing in an Adirondack chair in this quaint city at the foot of Mount Mansfield. Kristina Sam… Read More

From Vermont to California, we found routes that will take you close to the sights, sounds and scenery surrounding U.S. rivers, lakes and reservoirs. Cindy Hirschfeld | NYTimes Travel | Di… Read More

The Russian novelist, a compulsive gambler, lost everything in the opulent spa and gambling towns of Baden-Baden, Bad Homburg and Wiesbaden. An admirer of his books follows his footsteps… Read More

During segregation, Lincoln Beach was the only place on Lake Pontchartrain where Black people were allowed to swim. Now, after years of neglect and the intervention of local volunteers, it… Read More

As climate change brings water shortages to vacation hot spots, we look at Greece’s tourism-dependent islands, where residents sometimes compete with visitors for a dwind… Read More

We found new and revamped adults-only hotels and resorts for those who want to get away from it all. Stephanie Rosenbloom | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

A family reserved an eight-night Vrbo in the U.S. Virgin Islands, but the owner canceled the day before the trip. Finding a comparable place was stressful and cost over $4,000 more; Vrbo wo… Read More

For a week, the novelist Joyce Maynard said good night to Paris from the deck of a péniche, within full view of the Eiffel Tower. Who cared if it rained the whole time? Joyce… Read More

Sure, you can hit Harrods. But the British capital also has small specialized shops, some centuries old and still crafting items by hand. Here, a selection of singular shopping experiences… Read More

In a country with more sheep than people, a D.I.Y. wool journey — from sheep farms to yarn shops — makes perfect sense. Our writer brushes up on her knitting on a driving trip f… Read More

Airlines pledged assistance, refunds and reimbursements to passengers whose travel had been disrupted by this summer’s software outage. Instead, passengers told us, they were on their… Read More

Swim with sea lions, cycle along the coast, and gorge on ceviche and fried-fish sandwiches in Peru’s underappreciated capital. Bianca Padró Ocasio | NYTimes Travel | Disclosur… Read More

The Japanese city is famous for its temples and gardens, but it is laced with waterways that can offer a different, and no less enchanting, view. Patrick Scott | NYTimes Travel | Disclosur… Read More

Get the full flavor of France’s second-largest city though its favorite street food, whether it’s topped with raw garlic, sweet Corsican sausage, Emmental cheese or anchovies… Read More

The Pig boutique hotels offer a casual take on the country house experience, with local food and muddy boots. They’ve just opened two new spots in the Cotswolds. Lucie Young | NYTime… Read More

On a family trip in Montana, a father shares a tradition with his two sons even as climate change threatens the certainty of the rivers he grew up running. Reif Larsen | NYTimes Travel | D… Read More

Spend a weekend exploring the forest preserves, cliff-lined shores and walkable towns of this peninsula that juts out into Lake Michigan. Julie Bosman | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

The 16-hour trip between the two northern European cities is a festive summer ritual, with plenty of singing, gambling, limbo contests and maybe a bit too much to drink. Christopher Hall |… Read More

Every year, as thousands of humpbacks return to their breeding grounds near a protected bay, locals gather on the beach to greet them with stories, dancing and music. Jennie Erin Smith | N… Read More

Overwhelmed destinations made high-season visitors the targets of a major tourism backlash. Heat waves and fires only added to the pressure. Ceylan Yeğinsu | NYTimes Travel | Disclosu… Read More

Though hotel chains say they’ll continue to operate normally, travelers could see disruptions as 3,100 employees walked off the job. Here’s what to know. Derek M. Norman | NYTi… Read More

The post-pandemic rush seems finally to be easing, which has airfares lower and hotels offering more inducements to book. Ceylan Yeğinsu, Derek M. Norman and Christine Chung | NYTimes… Read More

Beyond the museum-studded central districts, three colorful neighborhoods encapsulate the Emerald City’s natural beauty, history and vibrant culture. Mike Seely | NYTimes Travel | Di… Read More

A drive through rolling vineyards will take you to 5 family-run restaurants where you’ll find flavorful, affordable dishes you can linger over for hours. David Farley | NYTimes Trave… Read More

Royal Caribbean and other companies are aggressively building over-the-top ships. “Today’s cruisezillas make the Titanic look like a small fishing boat,” noted one sustain… Read More

Most people who ride Amtrak’s Empire Builder route between Chicago and Seattle watch the heartland whiz by. Our writer hopped off to explore a few remarkable places you might otherwis… Read More

The author sought an authentic experience, and found it in Lets Drift, “an exuberant Kenyan-centered enterprise” of people living in and near Nairobi. Rolf Potts | NYTimes Trav… Read More

Explore city trails, see a concert under the stars or admire the snow-capped Front Range from a rooftop bar in Colorado’s capital. Steve Knopper | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

High temperatures and higher mountains were no match for our author and her companion as they biked the Tran Dinarica, a new cycling route that winds through eight countries in the remote D… Read More

Hoping to leave a place better than you found it? Here’s what to look for when signing up for a program that combines purpose with travel. Elaine Glusac | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

This summer, thousands of local protesters in the Spanish city denounced overtourism. With more crowds expected for the America’s Cup, we visited the areas where tensions are highest… Read More

With older adults staying fit longer, many are joining their grandchildren on travel adventures like wilderness hikes, bike tours and even bungee jumping. Julie Weed | NYTimes Travel | Dis… Read More

When rental companies need to move their vehicles, they frequently offer one-way trips at a steep discount. Our Frugal Traveler snapped up a deal that took her through eastern Canada. Elai… Read More

Stars like George Clooney frequent this scenic corner of northern Italy, but you might be surprised by how affordable it can be. Here’s an insider’s guide. Valeriya Safronova |… Read More

Horses, bulls and birds of all types live among the pink marshes of the Camargue, a rugged landscape shaped by the relentless push and pull of sea and river. Alexis Steinman | NYTimes Trav… Read More

Using the rental company’s transponder can rack up hefty charges, but there are workarounds, from apps to paying by mail. Derek M. Norman | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

Our columnist addresses a case of wire fraud, a credit card scheme and a dubious website — just three examples of the types of reader woe that regularly surface in the Tripped Up inbo… Read More

As travelers discover the Mediterranean charms of this island region, with its idyllic beaches and buzzing capital, locals are hoping to avoid the crowds suffocating so many other Italian d… Read More

Travel adventures, from goat hikes to snorkeling, get even better when they’re done under the stars. Amy Thomas | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

New York’s Adirondack Park draws more than 12 million visitors each year, but most don’t venture far from the park’s population centers. Here’s where to go to avoid… Read More

A new federal policy would require airlines to seat families together on flights, without incurring any extra fees. Christine Chung | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

Working for a federal agency shrouded in mystery, Esther Fausett shared what she could about her career in in-flight law enforcement. Christine Chung | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

Scavenger hunts for rubber ducks hidden by cruise passengers have spawned a duck-loving community of “quackers.” Sara Ruberg | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More

With thoughtful planning and realistic expectations, being on the go can be as joyful as you dreamed — for everyone, together. Emily Goligoski | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure Read More