Sara Clemence

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American Retirees Want to Leave the Country. Italy and Costa Rica Are Happy to Have Them

Warm weather and cheap housing are just part of the pull.

March 18, 2026

March 18, 2026

American Retirees Want to Leave the Country. Italy and Costa Rica Are Happy to Have Them

Warm weather and cheap housing are just part of the pull.

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May 19, 2022

May 19, 2022

In Laguna San Ignacio, Mexico, It’s OK to Pet the Baby Whales

Trying to actually touch an animal in the wild is usually a bad idea. But these giants are here for it.

California gray whale calf above and below with whale watchers in San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja California Sur, Mexico

January 19, 2022

January 19, 2022

How to Know If Travel Insurance Is Actually Worth Buying

Amid the pandemic, a little peace of mind feels essential—until you read all the fine print.

How to Know If Travel Insurance Is Actually Worth Buying

May 20, 2021

May 20, 2021

If You’re Still Planning Summer Travel, How About Space?

What it will be like flying out of the atmosphere on Blue Origin’s first manned rocket, an experience currently being auctioned to wealthy, aspiring astronauts.

If You’re Still Planning Summer Travel, How About Space?

April 7, 2021

April 7, 2021

The Complicated Calculus of Traveling With Kids During Covid

High-end travel outfitters are building families new levels of luxury and creativity. But without vaccine access for kids, is any of it feasible?

The Complicated Calculus of Traveling With Kids During Covid

January 4, 2021

January 4, 2021

Where to Go in 2021

The 24 destinations that will be especially profound this year—and the data you need to plan your trip safely.

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November 24, 2020

November 24, 2020

Gifts to Keep Your Children Entertained (and Off Your Back) for Hours

Keeping your children busy has become an around-the-clock pursuit. Here are the best ways to help, wrapped up in a bow.

Gifts to Keep Your Children Entertained (and Off Your Back) for Hours

August 28, 2020

August 28, 2020

Dreading the School Year? Some Parents Are Taking It On The Road

Online school, remote work, and international border closures can spell headaches—or a 2,800-mile-wide opportunity.

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August 17, 2020

August 17, 2020

Nearly 1,000 New Hotels Are Still Opening During the Pandemic. Why?

The travel industry may be in survival mode, but some brave brands are making the numbers work.

Nearly 1,000 New Hotels Are Still Opening During the Pandemic. Why?

May 15, 2020

May 15, 2020

Wealthy Travelers Are Starting to Book Year-End Vacations

Yachts and private villas are in; skiing is out.

Wealthy Travelers Are Starting to Book Year-End Vacations

April 23, 2020

April 23, 2020

You Can Get a Lot Out of a Virtual Family Vacation. Here’s How

Child psychologists weigh in on what makes a fake trip worth having.

Father and daughter sitting in dark children's room, looking at digital tablet

April 18, 2020

April 18, 2020

The Quarantine Guide to Points and Miles

Airlines and hotel companies are extending status and, in some cases, making it easier to earn points. Here’s what you should do in order to maintain value from your credit cards and rewards programs.

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May 2, 2019

May 2, 2019

Canyon Ranch and Miraval Go Toe to Manicured Toe in a Detox Duel

In the current golden age of wellness, the two resort titans, who have struggled to find growth for years, are finally hitting their stride.

Canyon Ranch and Miraval Go Toe to Manicured Toe in a Detox Duel

April 25, 2019

April 25, 2019

Want to Fly Private? Here’s Every Way to Do It

Look, when you need to get to St. Barts once a year and L.A. every week, there isn’t a one-Gulfstream-fits-all solution.

Want to Fly Private? Here’s Every Way to Do It

December 19, 2018

December 19, 2018

Six Luxury Vacations That Will Also Appeal to Your Inner Do-Gooder

Travel may be good for the soul, but overtourism can be a destructive force. These spots get it right.

Six Luxury Vacations That Will Also Appeal to Your Inner Do-Gooder

November 16, 2018

November 16, 2018

Six Ways to Keep Bad Weather from Ruining Your Trip

Snowstorms, hurricanes, and typhoons are no match for these airport survival strategies.

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November 8, 2018

November 8, 2018

Never Stay at Crummy Airport Hotels Ever Again

With these six properties, there’s no need to sacrifice convenience for quality.

Never Stay at Crummy Airport Hotels Ever Again

May 10, 2018

May 10, 2018

The Perfect Caribbean Island by Bike, Boat, or Scooter

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May 10, 2018

May 10, 2018

The $4 Billion Baha Mar Resort Is a Cacophony of Hospitality

Three years after declaring bankruptcy, the massive Bahamas resort complex is finally open—and business is booming.

The $4 Billion Baha Mar Resort Is a Cacophony of Hospitality

March 6, 2018

March 6, 2018

Ritz-Carlton Is Fixing Everything You Hate About Cruise Ships

From superyacht-like boats to small port calls, the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection aims to remove the herd-like mentality from the ocean experience.

Ritz-Carlton Is Fixing Everything You Hate About Cruise Ships