Hitting the Hank Williams trail in Alabama
In Alabama, attractions including a museum and an annual festival commemorate native son Hank Williams.
Calgary’s Central Library is a stunner to rival Seattle’s
Seattle's library redefined the concept of libraries. Calgary's is lesser-known, but it is just as impressive.
Remember those travel fees that were paused in 2020? They’re back.
With the return of travel comes the return of travel fees.
China slashes covid quarantine for travelers, but remains outlier
Inbound travelers and close contacts will spend seven days in a quarantine facility and self-monitor at home for three days.
Submit your photo to the 2022 Washington Post Travel contest
The 23rd annual Washington Post Travel photo contest is accepting submissions through Aug. 17.
2022 Travel photo contest: official rules
Read the official rules of the Washington Post Travel section's 23rd annual photo contest.
Art is at the heart of Marfa, Tex.
Downtown Marfa, a quirky art destination in southwest Texas, was recently added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Looking to bike in Europe? Lake Constance straddles three countries.
Lake Constance, with more than a dozen marked bicycle routes, is one of Europe’s most popular biking destinations.
10 things you need to know about riding Amtrak overnight
During a summer of flight issues and high gas prices, overnight train travel may be an appealing option.
In Canada, five museums that celebrate the country’s Black history
Five museums that are working to preserve and celebrate the history of Black Canadians.
On a three-week group tour, I saw Florence at my own pace
A Smithsonian Journeys trip to Florence revealed the benefits of long-stay group tours.
Amid criticism, Western tourists returning to a battered Syria
This summer locals and tour guides report increasing numbers of European tourists ready to once again explore Syria's sights.
How travelers can stay safe during encounters with wild animals
Last month, a bison attacked a woman in Yellowstone. Here are some tips for avoiding dangerous animal encounters.
The best translation apps and services for travelers
Apps and services can make communication easier when you don't speak the local language — but don't rely on them too heavily.
On the London Tube, the start of a new Elizabethan age
The new Elizabeth Line will connect London’s main airport with locations across the city.
Stop to smell the roses in an unsung corner of Paris
In Paris, the little-known Parc de Bagatelle is planted with 10,000 rose bushes representing 1,200 varieties.
Stuck at an airport? Frequent fliers have 10 suggestions.
Seasoned travelers' go-tos while stuck at an airport include shopping strategically, riding the airport train, visiting the chapel — and leaving.
In Barre, Vt., granite is a way of life — and beyond
The self-proclaimed "granite center of the world," Barre, Vt., is known for producing tombstones.
Seward, Alaska, known for its glaciers, also features top-notch hikes
Seward, a seaside outpost south of Anchorage, boasts a multitude of breathtaking hikes.
Florence, Ala., offers Nashville’s soul and flavor, without the hassle
Years after musical icons found Florence and nearby towns, travelers still find the Shoals a worthy alternative to Nashville.