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How to Make Fast Friends While Traveling? Try Playing Pickleball.

One of the newest sports crazes is not only portable, but an opportunity to meet fellow travelers who can’t get enough of this addictive game.

How to Travel the World While Putting Nature First

In the wake of the U.N. biodiversity conference, Julia Simpson, the head of the World Travel and Tourism Council, discusses a new initiative called nature...

Cheap Meets Eco-Chic on the Ski Slopes

Alpine gear is expensive, but online dealers of used jackets, boots, skis and more are enticing newcomers with bargain prices and promoting recycling in an...

The Quiet Thrill of Winter Wildlife Viewing

In Colorado’s Rockies, birds and other animals stand out against the snow, and even if you can’t see them, their tracks let you know they’re...

Love or Leave Winter, On the Cheap

Whether you embrace the chill or want to flee it, save on your next vacation with these 10 tips for affordable cold-weather travel.

Sizing Up This Year’s Batch of Black Friday Travel Deals

The sales are out there, but they may not be quite so enticing. From hotels to cruises to organized tours, here’s what to expect.

Savoring Oregon’s Wine Country, No Driving Required

In the Willamette Valley, public transportation takes you to McMinnville, where you can walk to one, or all, of its nearly 20 tasting rooms.

When Is the Best Time to Book Holiday Travel?

Avoid New York City, Orlando and Las Vegas. Consider Lisbon, Athens or Dublin for Thanksgiving, and stay home for Christmas, when travel costs will be...

A Guide to Traveling Asia: Flight Deals, Hotels and Cruises

International airfares aside, the region that has long been a value-lover’s paradise will once again offer a range of tempting bargains.

Thrifty Strategies for Senior Travelers

Not all age-related deals are equal. Here are some perks to look for and pitfalls to avoid, along with tips on how to stretch your...