‘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
6 Mountains Where You Can Ski for $100 or Less
The average price of a single-day lift ticket at a destination ski resort in the U.S. is $250, but there are plenty of smaller areas where getting on the slopes is much cheaper. Source link
6 Warm Winter Getaways That Will Lift Your Spirits
Looking to take a break from the cold without traveling too far or spending too much? Here are some sunny, easy-to-reach places to beat the winter blahs. Source link
Follow the Lights to Miami’s Hot New Neighborhoods
Little River and MiMo, both once off travelers’ radar, capture the creative flavor of the city. Source link
Fresh Takes on Potato Salad
Plus: festive fashion, a new destination on the Brazilian coast and more from T’s cultural compendium. Source link