Author: Christopher Elliott

After a long pandemic, many hotels are run-down and in desperate need of renovation. If you aren’t careful, you could stay in one this summer.

Does the state of the economy have you wondering if you should call off your vacation to save money? Well, you need to know the rules to get refunds.

Alternative lodging options run from extended-stay housing to monasteries. Many are less expensive than traditional hotels. But there is fine print.

If the projections are accurate, travel will be off the rails. We’re talking soaring prices, long lines and frayed tempers. Here’s how to cope.

Airbnb and Vrbo both guarantee that the properties you booked will live up to their listings. So what happens when they don’t?

The pandemic hit the hotel industry hard and some look run-down. But there are still situations when you’d be justified in asking for a new room.

Today, having a robust Wi-Fi connection at a hotel is as important as having strong coffee in the morning. Here’s how to make sure you get it.

According to one poll, nothing will stop 41% of Americans from taking a vacation this summer. If you’re determined to go, here’s what to expect.

With a record-breaking summer for air travel ahead, it’s time to settle the airport arrival time question. In some cases, you might need three hours.

Some vacation rental customers worry that negative reviews from previous hosts may cause the next one to reject them. Should you be concerned?