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Business travel is on the rise. Companies still see it as essential and are willing to spend on in-person collaboration. This report unpacks the findings from our business travel statistics research.

Black Diamond, Petzl, and Fenix are known for making great headlamps, and that showed up in our testing. They aren’t the only ones that impressed us, though.

Travel insurance is your last line of defense if something goes wrong on a trip—it pays for unexpected expenses like lost bags, cancelled flights, and medical emergencies. But not all policies are created equal.

Flight delays are a seemingly unending issue in the airline industry. In 2023 so far, nearly a quarter of US domestic flights arrived late or were canceled. In most industries such a high delay rate would be considered unacceptable, but in air travel, delays are tolerated and even expected, even though they cause missed connections, […]

The best gift for a hiker isn’t an essential piece of gear. It’s that little luxury that makes life on the trail that much more enjoyable.

If you aren’t using packing cubes, are you even packing? Eagle Creek, Monos, EVERGOODS, and Peak Design make some impressively functional cubes.

With smooth-rolling wheels, reinforced padding, and ample organization, a ski bag keeps your gear protected and easy to transport.

Camp chairs from brands like Helinox, GCI, and YETI range from featherweight backpacking seats to burly models with back support that will put your office chair to shame.

Tour companies like Intrepid Travel and G Adventures can help you create the experience of a lifetime. Choosing the right company depends on your destination and travel preferences.

Rentalcars.com earned our top pick for finding great prices and offering a seamless car rental experience. Some competitors offered more choices or were better for digging up massive bargains.

Backpacks are popular with frequent travelers for their hands-free convenience, but is a backpack a personal item? The long answer is more complicated.

Google Flights offers an intuitive and handy platform to find deals and save money on airfare. If you want to utilize the best features of this incredible tool, this is how to use Google Flights.

Rugged (but heavy) boots are the classic hiking footwear, but many people are now turning to breezy trail runners. The choice depends on your fitness and the terrain you’re tackling… oh, and your sense of style.

July and Away are two of the best luggage brands out there. While July performs better overall, there might be a reason to consider choosing an Away suitcase.

Béis offers trendy and durable polycarbonate luggage at a lower price than competitors like Away and Monos. While it’s not quite as refined, the distinctive style, smart features, and sheer value make Béis a serious competitor.

There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for travel insurance. Choosing the right policy depends on your age, health background, travel destination, and risk tolerance.

Delsey promises luggage with classic French elegance combined with uncompromising functionality. These 10 pieces are the best the brand has to offer.