Helen Hatzis
Most people visiting California’s Monterey Peninsula have their sights set on the aquarium, the 17-Mile Drive, or the boutique hotels lining Pacific Grove. Carmel-by-the-Sea, tucked just south of Monterey, is well known for its fairy-tale architecture and cypress-lined roads. What far fewer visitors know is what happens the moment they step onto its beach. The
Travelers arriving at or departing from Puerto Princesa International Airport often pass within a short drive of a site that preserves one of the Philippines’ lesser-known chapters from the Second World War. The Palawan Special Battalion WW-II Memorial Museum sits along Rizal Avenue in Puerto Princesa City, offering a focused look at the island’s wartime
New York City has long balanced its role as a global destination with the need to protect housing for residents. Recent regulations have reshaped short-term rental options, prompting many visitors to question what remains possible when planning a trip. The result is a more limited but still functional market that rewards careful preparation and respect
St. Petersburg, Florida, offered one vivid preview of the national milestone on a recent summer evening. Fireworks lit the sky above the North Yacht Basin as crowds gathered along the waterfront to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. The gathering reflected a wider pattern unfolding across the country, where communities are using the
When travelers plan a trip, attention usually turns first to location, room views, and signature amenities. Yet the quiet ritual that unfolds at the end of each day often leaves the deepest impression. A thoughtful turndown can shift a simple return to the room into a moment of genuine care that lingers in memory long
Ocean City, New Jersey, has welcomed generations of visitors drawn to the steady rhythm of its boardwalk and the uncomplicated pleasures of a classic coastal escape. Gillian’s Wonderland Pier stands as one of those places where families built lasting traditions, with rides and attractions that marked summers for decades. A proposal to redevelop the site
Washington, D.C. stands ready to mark a milestone that reaches far beyond any single celebration. As the country approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, a new monument planned for the National Mall will bring forward the stories of women whose efforts helped expand American democracy. The addition promises to give visitors a more complete view
Honolulu – Kelsey Pfendler stepped ashore in Honolulu harbor after rowing more than 2,400 miles alone across the Pacific. The 21-foot vessel Lily carried her from Monterey, California, in a journey that lasted just under 44 days. Pfendler, a longtime Grand Canyon river guide, set out in May with the goal of becoming the first
The launch of the joint Atmos Rewards program between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines has created new opportunities for cost-conscious travelers planning trips to popular destinations in Hawaii and Alaska. The associated Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite card, with its $395 annual fee, stands out for the way it supports redemptions across the broader Oneworld
The United States reached a rare milestone this year, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Across the country, towns and cities with deep historical roots hosted gatherings that blended longstanding traditions with a renewed appreciation for shared public spaces. These events offered residents and visitors alike a chance to experience
Most people passing through coastal Georgia are headed somewhere specific. Jekyll Island, Savannah’s squares, the shops of St. Simons. The marshes in between barely register as scenery, let alone a destination. That’s a significant oversight, because what lies between those barrier islands and the mainland is one of the most productive and biologically fascinating ecosystems
The United States marks its semiquincentennial in 2026, a milestone that arrives only once every 250 years and invites travelers to stand in the very rooms where the Declaration of Independence took shape. This anniversary year offers a distinct chance to connect with the physical settings of the nation’s founding, from the halls of Philadelphia