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June 25, 2019 at 6:00 am

Would you like some meditation with your manicure?

The appointments feel less like a routine beauty treatment, and more like a full-on self-care session.

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May 20, 2019 at 6:00 am

$75,000 and no guests? The rise of the lavish elopement

More common for second marriages or later in life, the lavish secret weddings provide intimacy mixed with a wow factor.

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January 29, 2019 at 6:00 am

Sleep better in 2019, at least on the road

How hotels, cruise lines, airports and airlines are helping travelers get better rest when traveling.

April 13, 2018 at 6:00 am

6 simple tips for smooth travel with a disability | Travel Wise

Times have changed for travelers who use wheelchairs, are visually or hearing-impaired or have another disability.

March 29, 2018 at 6:00 am

5 simple tips for getting stellar hotel service | Travel Wise

Try these strategies for happier experiences as you sample different lodging.

March 9, 2018 at 6:00 am

How to have a luxury vacation in Norway for less

Try affordable luxury hotels, shared excursions, winter visits and more.

February 2, 2018 at 9:20 am

Ways to enjoy Mexico on a budget

Timing, type of lodging, and eating like a local can help hold down the cost of your trip south of the border.

February 2, 2018 at 6:00 am

Rooms by the hour for reasons that aren’t naughty | Travel Wise

Now there are apps and websites that can help you book a hotel room for a short visit, whether for quiet work, a layover or...

December 22, 2017 at 6:00 am

How to get the most out of farmers markets while traveling

Farmers markets are ‘photographs of that destination and the local culture,’ says French chef Alain Ducasse, who encourages visitors to build meals and experiences around...

December 8, 2017 at 6:00 am

Tips for taking a luxury vacation to Brazil for less

Avoid holidays, skip beachfront stays, choose affordable cities and eat like a local, and you need not pay a king’s ransom.