What Is Methanol Poisoning, and How Can I Protect Myself While Traveling?
Deaths and hospitalizations of travelers in Laos and Fiji after they consumed drinks containing alcohol raised concerns about possible methanol poisoning. Here are signs you can look out for. Source link
Oh, the Places We Went!
This year, of the 52 destinations on our annual list, our writers and photographers touched down in 11 to capture their essence. Here’s what they found. Source link
Alaska in Winter: A Playground of Ice and Snow
Juneau, a popular cruise port in summer, becomes a deal-seeker’s base for skiing, skating, hiking and glacier-gazing in winter. Source link
Encountering Italy and Germany on a Road Trip Through Southern Brazil
A road trip through Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul state leads to German and Italian cuisine, dialects and a surprising number of music festivals. Source link
‘The Interview’: Rick Steves Refuses to Get Cynical About the World
The guidebook writer and television personality reflects on his cancer diagnosis, social media’s corrosive effect on tourism and the transformative power of travel. Source link
The Under-the-Radar Filipino Island That Evokes 1970s Bali
A guide to Siargao, a surf spot turned luxury escape, with insider tips on where to find powdery beaches and coconut slushies. Source link
Read Your Way Around Chicago
Chicago is a city of bookish abundance, home to countless literary giants past and present. The author Rebecca Makkai recommends works that capture its spirit. Source link
Airlines and Senators Battle Over Added Fees for Checked Bags and Seating
At a congressional hearing on Wednesday, senators framed the tacked-on fees for passenger seats or bags as akin to extortion. Airline executives pushed back, saying they gave customers options. Source link
Anna Sui Shares Her Favorite Lipstick and Eyeliner
Plus: jewelry with a resilient spirit, a riverside hotel in Lisbon and more recommendations from T Magazine. Source link
How to Avoid Pickpockets and Street Scams When Traveling
Staying aware, keeping your valuables close and employing “layers of security” are among the ways to improve your street savvy. Source link