Travel

Southwest sent a letter of apology to the passengers who endured a midair ordeal this week, offering them an apology, a $1,000 travel voucher, and a check for $5,000. The letters were signed by Southwest CEO Gary Kelly. The flight was carrying 149 people. Southwest said the $5,000 was meant [...]

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Between its mountains and its beaches, the state of Oaxaca in southern Mexico is a treasure trove of beautiful views and outdoor activities. But thanks to its capital and some of its lesser-known villages, it's also an art and food destination. [...]

A deep-soaker tub -- complete with candles and bubbles and a nice glass of wine -- is perhaps the truest hotel indulgence. [...]

The quiet neighborhood of Coyoacán captures the capital's understated cultural soul and, in many ways, is a getaway within Mexico City itself. [...]

Heathrow Airport's Terminal 1 has been disused since 2015. Now its contents are being auctioned off. [...]

Alaska Airlines is the third major carrier, after United and Delta, to start getting tough on passengers who want to bring "emotional support" animals into the cabin. Alaska said that customers who buy tickets starting May 1 and want to bring "emotional support or psychiatric service animals" on the plane [...]

Looking for a fun-filled cruise that the entire family can get on board with? Pleasing pint-sized passengers (and their parents, too) is the name of the game for these 10 cruise lines that keep kids in mind. [...]

In the Portuguese capital, a weekend's worth of seafood feasts, chic rooftop bars, undulating streets and landmarks, both Old World and futuristic. [...]

While travelers have long been able to set up airfare alerts, these apps go a step further in helping flexible travelers plan a last-minute trip. [...]

A blend of Old World Europe and 21st century style, Lisbon is worth a spot on your travel bucket list. Before you visit, check out our local guide to plan your trip, and pack these essentials. [...]

Live out your "Game of Thrones" fantasies by walking through this 17-meter high snow tunnel in the 'Roof of Japan,' the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route a few hours from Tokyo. [...]

Based on recent conversations with Alaska Airlines executives, I've uncovered 12 things Virgin America regulars need to know about the "cutover" that starts overnight Tuesday/Wednesday April 24 and 25, plus the outlook for the next two years. [...]

One of the greatest concentrations of birds of prey in the world can be found among the towering rock formations and thick forests of Matobo National Park. [...]

Sedona attracts hikers scaling its buttes and New Age pilgrims seeking the fabled vortexes. In recent years, the high desert has drawn a more cultured crowd, wine lovers. [...]

Even if you don't know French, these two mobile apps and one theater-themed site give visitors a way to enjoy everything Paris has to offer. [...]

From Australia to the Caribbean, there's no shortage of beautiful beachfront hotels around the world from which to choose. But some are, quite simply, more beautiful than others. [...]

Ree Drummond, known as The Pioneer Woman to her blog readers and viewers of her Food Network show of the same name, has opened a boutique hotel in her hometown of Pawhuska, Oklahoma. [...]

I never imagined that my main takeaway from the Bolivian city, where women have struggled for equality, would be one of female empowerment — thanks to everyone from chefs to wrestlers. [...]

As the #MeToo movement gains momentum, tour operators and hotels are offering all-female excursions and programs that address gender equality. [...]