Travel

If you plan on traveling with a pet in the U.S. or internationally, you’ll need to do some careful planning to ensure the experience is pleasant for all involved. Even if you think it’s a great idea to bring one or more of your pets, consider all the What Ifs. Many pets find travel stressful, which can be bad for their health. So if it’s more for your preference rather than a need, it might be best to leave them behind. Otherwise, there are lots of details to know beforehand, as not all destinations welcome animal companions. ...

If you haven't traveled lately, the world—and you—have changed since you were in your 20s traveling around Europe with a backpack and sleeping bag. Back then, all we needed were some clothes, a camera, a Eurail Pass and traveler's checks.  ...

Many national park sites across the country offer digital tours and experiences that you can access anytime, anywhere. From digitally diving under the sea to watching the cherry blossom trees bloom, there are countless ways to enjoy a park experience online. ...

While no one gets to everything, nothing is more annoying than missing a summer festival because you didn't know the date or it didn't get on your calendar. Our list will help. ...

Ridesharing services such as Lyft and Uber are convenient ways to get around, especially if you're not comfortable driving. This story outlines the legal protections for people with disabilities and how to take advantage of these handy ridesharing options. ...

I used to fear flying, not entirely trusting the physics that get a heavy plane into the air and across the country. That all changed when I met a retired Delta pilot at a dinner party. He got his flying experience as a fighter pilot in Vietnam, an inarguably dangerous experience that made commercial piloting a pure joy for him. ...

Almost everyone likes to travel or read about traveling. And why not? It's fun. Thrive's newest columnist is Your Getaway Guru, Kathy Yarian, a westside travel agent who shares her tips and tricks for navigating your next trip. ...

Let's not get stuck on the real versus fake maple syrup debate, shall we? No one's changing their minds at this stage of life. But if you want to celebrate the maple syrup season, we've got a list of places to do it. ...