Salivate over these absolutely stunning properties in Europe, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. From Maui to Morocco and Italy to Ireland, these are the best of the best!

A new law requiring airlines to include taxes and fees takes effect this week. Find out what you need to know about the new rules.

Are the DOT's new full-fare advertising protections part of a hidden agenda to increase taxes, or has Spirit officially lost its mind? Or both?

No disrespect to gorgeous beaches with powdery white sand, but sometimes the standard-issue paradise starts to feel, well, bland. It's time to set off for shores with strange hues of sand, alarmingly low-flying aircraft, and hot pools you can dig yourself.

Forget nightclubs—instead, check out these after-dark hot spots delivering firefly spectaculars, midnight snacks, and stellar light shows. Here are 10 destinations around the world that are worth staying up past your bedtime to explore.

When lightning strikes, blizzards blow, and fist-size hail balls hit the skies, there are certain gateways where flyers should proceed with caution. Find out which airports can withstand the storm ... and which ones fold under foul weather.

Many travel sellers are brazenly violating federal regulations by sneaking hefty "surcharges" into their discount prices. Ed Perkins tells you how to spot the phony charge.

While Europe's economic turmoil continues to make headlines, few analysts are looking at the potential impact on tourists. Ed Perkins fills that void with a thoughtful piece that answers the big question for travelers.

These drive-to U.S. destinations will heat up your winter weekend without wrecking your 2012 budget resolution. Turkish steam baths, surfable waves, and sizzling kitchens are closer than you think.

If you think a frozen hotel and warm night's sleep are polar opposites, think again. With thermal comforters and natural insulation to keep you warm, the experience is like camping in a winter wonderland.

Experience terror first-hand by visiting a real-life horror movie location. Just make sure to bring along a friend who's a slower runner than you.

When airlines announce new routes, lower prices soon follow. Read our full list of what's on tap.

The year ahead will see the debut of several massive new ships, a major river cruise expansion, and a U.S. port city will become vitally important to the cruising world. Find out more in this cruise special report!

Visiting Cuba is much easier than you think. Here's a primer on must-sees if you get a chance to visit in the near future.

Truth-in-advertising regulations could make booking flights a lot easier. But some airlines are trying to block the new rules.

Travel providers are lying (legally) more than ever. Ed Perkins explains how to spot a fake deal from a mile away.

From flyers' rights to a sneak peek inside airline lounges, these are the apps most airlines would prefer you didn't use. (Which obviously means you should.)

If you've ever wanted to see North America by rail, writes Ed Perkins, do it soon. Here are the 10 most scenic trips to enjoy before budget cuts put an end to them forever.

Confused about which airlines are charging for which perks? Our ultimate guide can help. We've put every major fee from every major airline in one place.