A new analysis ran 350 forecasts across seven major AI models, and the results weren’t even close. Artificial intelligence is already helping millions of people plan their vacations, but a new study took that idea one step further: researchers asked AI to actually predict the biggest travel hotspots of 2026. Seven popular generative AI systems:…
If safety is at the top of your vacation checklist, these islands consistently come out on top — and one underrated favorite deserves an extra shout-out. When you’re planning a Caribbean getaway, safety is usually right up there with sunshine and beaches. And while the region is full of bucket-list islands, some destinations consistently score…
New data shows Americans are embracing long drives this holiday season, even as the trips get colder, longer, and far more stressful. Holiday travel is officially back in full swing, but instead of crowding airports, many Americans are simply grabbing their keys and settling in for a long drive. A new survey of 2,000 U.S….
Thinking about a trip to Chicago? You’re in for incredible food, beautiful lake views, and that lively city pace that makes it hard to sit still. From taking an architecture cruise on the river to catching a show at The Second City or digging into a slice of deep dish, Chicago delivers a little bit…
If the early-season snow is anything to go by, Americans are fired up for ski season this year. And you don’t have to look far to see it: Google searches for everything from lift tickets to ski masks have been climbing since September. To figure out which states want to ski the most, analysts at…
These domestic and international destinations still have surprisingly low fares, according to new data from Dollar Flight Club. If you still have a few vacation days to burn before the year wraps up, you don’t need a massive budget to make something fun (and warm) happen. Dollar Flight Club analyzed tens of thousands of live…
Holiday travel is already stressful, but this year is shaping up to be especially chaotic. Airports are expecting record-breaking crowds, December flight schedules are getting tighter, and security lines are going to be… a whole situation. If you’re flying with kids, meeting up with family, or squeezing in one last trip before the new year,…
A new survey shows just how many people are bringing their pets along for the holidays, and how much stress (and money) it’s adding to the trip. Holiday travel is already chaotic enough, but add a dog or cat into the mix, and things go from “mildly stressful” to “why did I think this was…