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ArtMarie via Getty Images At risk of adding to the parental travel load, there is one more thing you should try to do before your next flight with your kids if you haven’t already. Flying with children can be overwhelming. First, you have to make sure you pack all of your essentials, plus everything your

Traveling with your children can bring moments of joy and create lifelong memories. But as any parent knows, it’s hardly a simple endeavor. The logistics of packing and transporting the essentials alone can be overwhelming. “Expect the unexpected,” said Dr. Jaime Friedman, a San Diego-based pediatrician and director of marketing at Children’s Primary Care Medical

skynesher via Getty Images Who is responsible for cleaning up after kids on a plane: their parents or flight attendants? For lots of people, there’s nothing worse than having a screaming or crying child on a flight. Many parents will do anything they can to keep their kiddo distracted, whether that’s tossing them an iPad

When parents-to-be worry about the sacrifices they’ll have to make after having children, travel often sits at the top of their list. While it’s true that traveling with little ones will be different than what you’re used to, it’s still possible to indulge your wanderlust and explore new places as a family. As you may

Thomas Barwick via Getty Images Cybersecurity experts, the FBI and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) say it’s risky for travelers to use public USB ports to charge their cell phones. At some point, pretty much everyone forgets their charger on a trip and finds themselves with a phone in the red. Or maybe you remembered

Thanasis via Getty Images Your summer travel plans might be in jeopardy thanks to an “unprecedented” demand for passports right now. After three long pandemic years full of endless rapid tests and canceled trips, the travel industry is officially booming. According to late March data from the U.S. Travel Association, travel spending totaled $93 billion

When you think of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, iconic international destinations like Machu Picchu, the Taj Mahal and the Acropolis likely come to mind. But did you know there are some amazing sites on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s list right here in the U.S.? As of 2023, 24 World Heritage Sites

In 2012, Georgia Ananias was enjoying a Mediterranean cruise with her family when the unthinkable happened. Their vessel, Costa Concordia, struck a rock formation on the sea floor and began to capsize. It happened so quickly that not all passengers and crew were able to evacuate in lifeboats. Thirty-two people died. “It was an awful

d3sign via Getty Images Traveling — even when you’re going somewhere fun — can be a stressful experience. But therapists have some tricks that help them manage their anxiety in the moment. Whether you are hitting the road or getting on a plane, traveling can be a recipe for anxiety. Oftentimes, the journey to your

When we think of springtime travel, many people picture that classic spring break trip to a beach in Florida or the Caribbean. But this season is also a great time to explore the vast beauty of our national parks system. Many national parks are bursting with colorful floral blooms around March, April and May. You

Travel lovers typically strive to visit as many different places in the world as they can. But some destinations are so special that even the most adventurous travelers can’t help but return again and again. Whether a place possesses breathtaking landscapes, a rich history, unbeatable cuisine, welcoming locals or all of the above, there are

Leslie Banks / EyeEm via Getty Images Washington is a well-known destination for those wanting to see cherry blossoms — but there are plenty of other places in the U.S. where you can spot them, too. There comes a time every spring when I open Instagram only to find my feed has been transformed into

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the city of Asheville, North Carolina, has fewer than 100,000 residents. Yet it takes in billions of dollars in tourism spending year after year ― and it’s easy to see why. “The Land of the Sky,” as it’s called, has earned a reputation among travelers with its incredible restaurant

CNN  —  When Giulia Manca traveled to Pianosa, a former Italian prison island, back in 2011, she was looking forward to a relaxing sunshine break before returning home. But 12 years after checking into the beachfront Hotel Milena, which is staffed by supervised convicts on probation, Manca has remained on the island known as the

From charming towns and scenic mountains to hip breweries and plenty of après-ski fun, Vermont boasts countless tourist attractions that draw visitors from near and far. While many residents of the Green Mountain State welcome travelers with open arms, they’ve also noticed a pattern of mistakes that outsiders tend to make during their stays. We

wundervisuals via Getty Images From extra snacks and amenities kits to money vouchers and bonus miles, there are a variety of freebies travelers can receive from airlines. The days when we associated air travel with glamour are long gone, but that doesn’t mean the experience of flying is completely devoid of joy. Occasionally, there are

Editor’s Note: Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. Get news about destinations opening, inspiration for future adventures, plus the latest in aviation, food and drink, where to stay and other travel developments. CNN  —  It was “Rail Force One” – the overnight train that took US President Biden on a diplomatic

In the rush of day-to-day life, we don’t always have the opportunity to slow down and move at our own pace. Even on vacation, there’s an urge to visit, do and taste as many things as possible in a new destination or multiple destinations. “I’ve heard countless times how exhausted people are when they come

bymuratdeniz via Getty Images Experts share their personal hacks for staying in an airport terminal overnight. I’ll never forget arriving at Los Angeles International Airport after a dream vacation to Hawaii ― not because returning to the continental U.S. was so memorable, but because my family had to spend the night in the terminal. Due

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