A resort has a front desk. A villa has a WhatsApp thread with a property manager who may or may not pick up on a Saturday. Where an advisor earns their keep on a Caribbean villa, where they don't on an all-inclusive, and what changes during hurricane season.

Twelve to fourteen months for summer, nine to twelve for spring and fall. But a two-week Italy trip gets booked in pieces, and the pieces open at wildly different times. What to lock first, what you cannot book early, and the three deadlines people miss.

They solve the same problem — no driving, no hotel research, no logistics. Underneath that, they produce two very different trips. Here's how I sort out which format fits.

Two travelers can pay the same suite premium on two different river cruises and get very different things for it. Here's what the upgrade actually buys, and when I tell clients to skip it.

A story out of Costa Rica this week is a sharp reminder of something I talk about with my clients all the time: who you book with matters. In early April, Costa Rican authorities detained 30 people at Volcán Poás National Park after they were caught entering strictly prohibited volcanic zones — areas closed to the public because of toxic gas emissions and eruption risk. The tourists weren't thrill-seekers intentionally breaking rules. Many of them were Americans who had simpl

When many people think of the Caribbean, they think of great resorts, Jamaica, and Cuba. But what they don't realize is that the most...

Spanish food is known for being straightforward, comforting but most importantly, fresh. The ingredients are always of premium quality,...

Antigua is situated in the Caribbean east, southeast of St. Kitts and north of Guadeloupe and Dominica. It is a picturesque island that...

You can expect fresh ingredients and loads of flavors whenever you indulge in some of the Greek foods found throughout the country. Their...

Thanks to a 2014 New York Times article declaring Naxos, Greece not to be missed, travel heavyweights have been including it year after...

Northern Italy From the winding canals of Venice to the Dolomites' white-domed peaks, Northern Italy is a magnet for lovers of nature,...

There are many reasons why someone would want to visit a spa. Especially while traveling. We're living in a face-paced society, and, over...

Canada’s Rocky Mountains are magnificent, imposing, and the turquoise waters and towering peaks are often thought of when considering a...

Food is one of the best ways to learn about a different culture, and in France, this couldn’t be more true. After all, cuisine, menu, and...

With the magnificent climate and stunning scenery, it is easy to see why Greece is a top global destination, but the Greek cuisine raises...

For some of us, the last two years have greatly impacted how we live, work, and travel. With restrictions around the globe easing, and...

From foot-kicking neighbors to an overly-talkative seatmate, it’s always a gamble when you step aboard an aircraft. Flying can be...

I know one of the big concerns when we vacation is making sure our homes stay safe. While I can’t make any guarantees that any of these...

When you think of cruises, do you think of tiny cabins, lukewarm buffets, and crowded pool decks? Think again. Cruising itself may...

Italy is abundant in eclectic dishes. No matter where you choose to go throughout the country, you'll get an entirely new dining...