Hotels embrace keyless entry

Searching for big waves on Oahu’s North Shore
Daredevils from around the world travel here to conquer monster waves.

Photo tour: Inside the new river ship making Disney magic
Disney has chartered the 170-passenger AmaViola for its first river cruises

Delta is latest airline to trip over technology
All four of the USA’s biggest airlines have experienced significant outages in recent years.

Why do ‘optional’ travel fees feel so mandatory?
Travel companies claim customers have choices. But it doesn’t always feel that way.

Ask the Captain: How could a plane land at the wrong airport?
How is this possible with modern jets having computer controls, GPS, ILS, even radios?

Great Smoky Mountains: See why it’s the most visited national park
Over 10 million people visited last year alone.

Where to eat, drink and watch the Olympics
Watch the Olympic Games at these restaurants with themed food and beverage specials.

Best rentals and B&Bs near top national parks
There are many lodging options for park visitors, from rustic cabins to luxury lodges.

I-5 road trip: Yelp’s top stops between Seattle and Los Angeles
From restaurants to hotels to attractions, explore Yelp’s top-rated venues along I-5.

Rick Steves: Europe’s coziest pubs and cafés
Slow down and experience a good cup of coffee or local beer — and make yourself at home.

Great Brazilian eateries in New York City

10Best: Save big bucks before your trip
Read up on 10 ways to save a pile of money before you even leave for your trip.

Top attractions in Atlanta

Icon of Rio: Cristo Redentor

Washington’s microdistillery trail along the Puget Sound
Sip The Evergreen State’s local spirits and even distill your own.

10 wacky roadside attractions for kids
Forget national parks and beaches; summer is also about dinosaurs and tacky galleries.

Beautiful views of Rio’s iconic Cristo Redentor
The statue watches over Rio de Janeiro from the peak of Corcovado mountain.

20 reasons to visit Atlanta 20 years after the Olympics
The city has nearly doubled its population and added plenty of new reasons to visit.

10Best: Free things to do in 10 American cities
Here are some of the best ways to spend your time without spending your money.

10Best: Philadelphia for foodies
Forget cheesesteaks! Here’s what you should really be eating in Philly.

An Old West saloon with spuds worth seeking out
The colorful Pioneer Saloon is Ketchum, Idaho’s most iconic eatery and a must visit.

Eight simple rules for being a good traveler
Whether you’re flying across the globe or taking a weekend trip, be the best traveler you can be.

Countries with the best and worst weather

10 adorable English inns and cottages
These inns get the highest marks for coziness and charm.

Around the world in NYC kitchens: Brazilian with chef Thiago Silva
Brazilian pastry chef Thiago Silva shares an authentic dessert recipe with a new twist.

Currency exchange 101: What to know before you go
Travelers don’t always contemplate all options, or when they do it’s at the last minute.

World’s best and worst countries for weather
Costa Rica, Cyprus and Greece top the list of places where residents expressed satisfaction with the weather.

Photo tour: Inside the yacht that carried a queen
Now a museum, Britannia was for decades the Royal Yacht for the UK’s Queen Elizabeth II.

10Best: Why we love Dollywood
Dolly Parton’s theme park is as exciting as the woman after whom it was named.

10Best: America’s best zip line parks
Soar through the trees at 60 mph at these adrenaline-fueled parks across the country.

Readers’ Choice: Best of budget travel
Vote for your favorites in these five budget travel categories.

Monster or spaceship? Will ‘pod’ tower revive this fading beach town?
Standing 531 feet tall, the British Airways i360 viewing tower affords views of up to 26 miles.

Monster or spaceship? Will ‘pod’ tower revive this famed English beach town?
Standing 531 feet tall, the British Airways i360 viewing tower affords views of up to 26 miles.

Six ways you can get booted from your airplane seat
When you buy an airfare airlines do not “guarantee” a particular seat, schedule or flight.

Tour Cincinnati’s Findlay Market
Take a virtual look inside what is perhaps the country’s most traditional public market.

Five myths about jet lag
What is it, and is there anything you can do to lessen its effects?

Enjoy the heat: The 13 best outdoor water park rides
Add some thrills to the soaring temperatures with these amazing attractions.

Acadia National Park: 10 tips for making the most of your visit
We’ll guide you around the 74 square miles, including coastline, mountains, lakes and islands.

More national park Instagram photos of @USInterior

10 unusual converted homes you can rent

Ask the Captain: That sinking feeling right after takeoff
Right after takeoff, it seems that the pilot slows down and the plane drops.  Why is that?

How to avoid fees on your rental car
Oh, the things car rental customers do to steer clear of the little extras.

Acadia National Park: There’s nothing like the sunrise here
Cadillac Mountain has one of the first views in the entire USA.

Windmills and water towers: Vacation rentals with surprising past lives
Check out 10 unusual converted homes you can rent for your next getaway.

10 great rail-trails across the USA

Best frequent-flier promotions for August 2016
There are some great promotions out there to fill up your mileage balance.

Cleveland aiming to draw new visitors with restaurants, winning attitude
With NBA Championship under its belt, Cleveland is busting with pride, energy.

10Best: Offbeat wine destinations you’ll love
You’ll love these regions even if you’re not a wine connoisseur.

10Best: Olympic experiences you can have now
Olympic fun can be found across the USA, no training required.

Road Trip USA: When bad things happen on good trips
Five months into a year-long journey, the trip has been relatively conflict-free.

Wimberley: Small-town America, Texas-style
Idyllic town sports shops in a central square, swimming holes, art galleries and a playhouse.

10 great places to bike and hike where trains once rolled
For 30 years, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has literally paved the way for hikers and bikers.