With popular places filled to capacity or closed, travelers are turning to alternatives that include quirky museums, rock carvings and street art.
Author: Christopher Elliott
How to rent an RV this summer without getting ripped off – literally or figuratively
Before driving your rental rig anywhere, take lots of photos of it, make sure you have campsite reservations and a checklist for operating it.
Need to find out if a tourist attraction is open? Here’s where to look for accurate info
There are ways to find out if an attraction is open, from checking a reliable website or social media to calling the place yourself.
My photo order was delayed amid the pandemic. These steps helped track it down
I helped Troy Nicholas track down missing photos during the pandemic using tactics anyone can use in situations where a product hasn’t been delivered.
Didn’t travel at all during COVID? How to make up for lost time and lost opportunities
Find the vacation with the most meaning to you and book it. Also, work with a brand you trust and a travel advisor who can work around COVID hurdles.
Do I need a vaccine passport to travel? The answer is no – for now, anyway
For now, you don’t need a vaccine certificate to travel domestically or abroad (unless your destination requires it). But it’s a good idea to take it.
Your summer vacation Plan B: Where to go if your first-choice destination is sold out
Unless you booked your summer vacation well in advance, you might need a Plan B this busy summer. Here’s how to make an alternative destination work.
Is your hotel’s COVID cleaning protocol up to snuff? How to know if your room is really clean
From checking the hotel website to giving your room the sniff test on arrival, here’s how to know if it’s been properly cleaned.
Home Depot canceled my refrigerator order and wants an extra $700. What can I do?
When Home Depot lost Jennifer Gaetjens’ refrigerator order, the company offered a fix she doesn’t like: Pay an extra $700 for the appliance.
Don’t let an argument over COVID-19 rules ruin your summer vacation. Here’s how to avoid one.
Avoiding a COVID-19 disagreement could mean the difference between a great vacation and one cut short by a visit to the emergency room. Here’s how.