The dollar’s strength against the euro, the yen and other foreign currencies means bargains for U.S. travelers.
Tag: Budget Travel
A Travel Writer Remembers Arthur Frommer
The creator of the popular guidebook series, who recently died, not only democratized travel, but supported sustainable travel, before it got that name.
Exploring the Backyard
While a grand trip might offer novelty and excitement, there’s adventure to be found in territories much closer to home.
Hong Kong Wants More Tourists, but Mostly ‘Good Quality’ Ones, Please
The return of budget tour groups from mainland China is sparking frustrations — and a dose of snobbery — in a city starved for business.
As Dollar Strengthens, U.S. Students in Europe Feel the Benefits
The pound and the euro are trading at decades-long lows against the dollar. For American students abroad, that has made weekend trips, dinners and theater tickets (somewhat) less of a splurge.
7 Great Biking Cities (and Which Trails to Ride)
There’s no better way to zip through a new city than on two wheels. Here are some routes to try, from riverside jaunts to mountain climbs.
Talking Points With … Who Else? The Points Guy
Brian Kelly has been helping travelers and other consumers navigate the increasingly complicated loyalty universe for over a decade. Here’s what he has to say about playing the points game.
See the World, in Canada
The country plans to open to vaccinated travelers from the United States in August. For those not yet ready to cross an ocean, America’s northern neighbor offers a taste of many cultures.
Why Medical Tourism Is Drawing Patients, Even in a Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has devastated medical tourism, but pent-up demand remains for affordable treatment in foreign lands.
How to Staycation in 6 American Cities
With business travel all but stopped, city hotels and tourist organizations have made a full-court press to attract local and nearby leisure travelers with bottom-barrel rates and extra perks.