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Ready to catch a wave? No, we’re not talking about surfing. We’re talking about some of the best cruise deals of the year, whether you want a mega ship with lots of bells and whistles, an expedition cruise to far- flung locales, a small ship or a river cruise.

“Wave Season is the cruise industry’s annual time to shine, with sales, value...Read more

Born and raised in Germany, educated in the United States and now based out of South Korea, BAFTA Awards-nominated actor Teo Yoo (“Past Lives,” “Decision to Leave”) doesn’t take any of his success for granted. He had already spent many years turning down parts that cast Asian characters in a disparaging light. In his latest role in the...Read more

On my last visit to Toledo, it seemed holier than ever: Dark El Greco clouds threatened overhead, stark against bright, clear horizons. Hail pelted the masses of people clogging the streets as they awaited the Good Friday procession.

A look back at my write-up reveals nothing but superlatives: Toledo’s street plan is the most confusing in ...Read more

Keep your jackets and mittens handy – even in the middle of the night. We’re aboard Hurtigruten’s MS Trollfjord, flagship of the company’s Signature voyages, cruising up the Norwegian Coast, enduring biting winds and sub-zero temperatures in our quest to see the ...Read more

For musician Cat Ridgeway, being on the road is a perk of her job. “I split my time between Orlando and Vail these days,” said Ridgeway, who is promoting her latest single “Sprinter.” [The album of the same name will be released on March 28.] “A little over a year ago, I was offered an incredible opportunity to play at some of the ...Read more

Orvieto is one of the most striking, memorable, and enjoyable hill towns in central Italy. About 90 minutes from Rome, Orvieto sits majestically high above the valley floor atop a big chunk of tufo (tuff) volcanic stone, overlooking cypress-dotted Umbrian plains. A visit here will reward you with a delightful, perfectly preserved, and ...Read more

Space Mountain has gone from an idea by Walt Disney for California to becoming the oldest coaster in Florida. Here are attraction highlights from five decades using Orlando Sentinel clips and other sources.

• Mid-1960s : Walt Disney wanted a new attraction for Tomorrowland at Disneyland. In June 1966, designers referred to it as Space ...Read more

Free is good. Guess what American city has more than 100 free world-class activities, including museums – more than any other city.

Welcome to Washington, D.C., sometimes called “The Capital of Free.” If you are a first- time visitor, take a free (or name your ...Read more

Visiting Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day is a bucket-list experience for many travelers seeking an authentic celebration of Irish culture, history and tradition. The holiday, rooted in the story of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, has evolved into an international spectacle, but nowhere is it more vibrant and meaningful than in the ...Read more

Gia Kim knew from the get-go that her role as Yuri in “XO, Kitty” was special. “Even before I knew I was going to get to play the part, I was very excited when I saw the breakdown of the character,” Kim said in a Zoom interview from her Los Angles home. “She was described as this queer, Korean, queen bee. I've never seen that ...Read more

While most of Croatia's coastal towns seem tailor-made for tourism, Split is real and vibrant. Lounging alongside the Adriatic Sea on the famed Dalmatian Coast, Split is Croatia’s second-largest city (after capital Zagreb), making it a bustling metropolis, serious port city, major transit hub, and top sightseeing destination, all rolled into ...Read more

The kids were certainly ready for the Wild Rumpus to start. “I’m a wild thing!” declared one nearly 3-year-old at the Denver Art Museum’s “Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak.” He didn’t want to leave the larger-than-life Wild Things monsters who in the famous story are tamed by a ...Read more

The kids were certainly ready for the Wild Rumpus to start. “I’m a wild thing!” declared one nearly 3-year-old at the Denver Art Museum’s “Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak.” He didn’t want to leave the larger-than-life Wild Things monsters who in the famous story are tamed by a ...Read more

Growing up in Stockton, California, Amielynn Abellera didn’t see herself reflected in the mainstream media. “The only Filipino actors I remember during my childhood were Dante Basco as Rufio in the film, ‘Hook,’ Tia Carrera in ‘Wayne's World’ and Lea Salonga in ‘Miss Saigon,’” said Abellera, who is one of the stars of Noah Wyle...Read more

In Rome, 2025 is a Jubilee Year – so if your travel plans include the Eternal City, it's important to know what the Jubilee is all about, what to expect … and how to prepare for increased crowds.

Since the year 1300, the Roman Catholic Church traditionally proclaims a “Jubilee Year” every 25 years. It’s a time when the pope invites ...Read more

Maybe your kids have never seen snow. Maybe your grandkids have never seen the ocean or the Statue of Liberty or ridden on a cable car.

In this new year, there are many opportunities to expand children's worlds through travel without spending more than you can afford. Invite grown children along and extended family, as long as you get along.

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With an acting career spanning more than five decades, Margaret Avery’s latest role is on the Netflix comedy, “A Man on the Inside,” which has been renewed for a second season. “My character, Florence, has accepted the passing of her husband and has discovered a love for poetry to aid in her grieving process,” said Avery, who was ...Read more

My friends can’t believe I actually took a real vacation. No work … just making long-held travel dreams come true. In fact, I took two vacations!

As the pandemic eased, my favorite travel partner and I found ourselves as busy as ever, and we were ready for a break. We debated what would be our best choice: a week on a gourmet barge floating...Read more

It was definitely a “wow” moment. We were on day four of our two-week Abercrombie & Kent Arctic Cruise Adventure in the Svalbard Archipelago. Our zodiacs landed on a beach where scores of huge walruses (they weigh more than 4,400 pounds) were lazing on the beach and splashing in the water...Read more

For musician Ginny Luke, her childhood trips instilled in her a love of travel, while reinforcing her interest in music. “I took a trip to New York with my brother, Wes, when I was 12,” said Luke, who is promoting her latest album “Devil at My Heels” (https://ginnyluke.lnk.to/...Read more