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I’m writing travel journals again after a long hiatus. This is how you can make one, too.

Memories are fleeting, but a journal can be forever if you do it right. Here's how.

Booking a Europe trip this summer? Here are 6 things to expect.

Europe is opening to Americans, and Americans are ready to go. But there are things to consider first.

You asked: How do I find a coronavirus test in a foreign country?

What’s the best way to find a test before returning to the U.S.? By The Way Concierge offers advice and some recent first-hand knowledge.

Everything you need to know about traveling to Italy this summer

Italy is welcoming back American travelers. Here's some expert advice for visiting this summer.

Everything you need to know about traveling to France this summer

Here's some essential advice for visiting France this summer, including how to navigate the country's vaccine passport system.

How to navigate the massive passport delays, for every trip scenario

Why it's so hard to get a passport right now, and what you can do about it.

Tales from the ‘car rental apocalypse’: How travelers are coping

Faced with high rental-car prices and low availability, travelers are getting creative.

Wildlife encounters have turned deadly lately. Here’s how to stay safe when visiting the outdoors.

Six tips for protecting you — and animals — when visiting America’s great outdoors, according to national park experts.

Here’s how to salvage summer vacation, according to travel experts

Travelers are trying to cram in a last trip or two before the return of school and office life.

The completely correct guide to being back in an airport

It's been a long time since many of us have flown. Here are the basics to help you prepare for your glorious return to the inglorious airport.

It’s the summer of reservations. Here are chefs’ tips for dining out while traveling.

Getting a table is hyper-competitive during covid, and that can be a real problem when it’s not your hometown.

Flying is a mess this summer. 6 travelers share their cancellation horror stories and tips.

Tales of “milk runs,” fights over gummy bears, $12 vouchers and more.

9 questions about traveling to Europe, answered

Americans can travel to Europe, but it's complicated.

You asked: The airline rescheduled our flight. What can we do?

In this week’s By The Way Concierge, we look at the rise of recent flight changes.

Crowds, traffic and delays: What to expect if you’re traveling July 4th weekend

Experts say to leave early and return late, and make sure to pack your patience.

Why airlines are canceling hundreds of flights — and what you can do

Here's how summer travelers can prepare for flight delays and cancellations.

Everything you need for the return of travel

As pandemic restrictions are lifted and Americans get vaccinated, travel feels possible once again. By The Way can help you navigate planning a trip this year.

‘It’s so chaotic’: What flight attendants want you to know as you travel again

It's never been more challenging to be a flight attendant. Here's their best advice for the return to travel.

Spending hours on hold with airlines? Here’s why and what you can do.

Customers are complaining about wait times up to 12 hours.

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