Not so ship-shape: These cruise ships barely passed CDC inspections — and one even flunked

Think your cruise is all buffets, blue water and bliss?  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a few less glamorous details to consider. The Vessel Sanitation Program makes surprise inspections of cruise ships stopping at U.S. ports, checking everything from hygiene to food safety to see if they meet federal health standards. Ships … Read more

Exclusive | ‘Disdain and disgust’: American sparks debate after confessing he feels ostracized abroad due to his nationality

Americans abroad are hiding behind a Canadian flag to avoid global scrutiny. During a recent trip to Japan, a 25-year-old South Florida man took to social media to say that he was looked on “with disdain” every time he told someone he’s from the United States. The polarizing sentiment by TikTok user Luke Hillman was … Read more

Under-the-radar California river winds boaters through vineyards, redwood forests and beaches

Float on. We’re in the waning weeks of summer, and the time is prime for river floating. While Sonoma County has long been a destination for food and wine, many Californians overlook the lazy currents of the majestic Russian River which winds through vineyards, redwood forests and driftwood-dotted beaches. In peak summer and early fall, … Read more

5 California towns that are dupes for these European hot spots

While the lure of a European summer endures, one expert says these California locations deliver old-world charm without the expense or hassle of international travel. Travel enthusiast Daniella Bragg recently highlighted a fistful of California destinations that are near-dupes of popular Euro locales. An influencer recently highlighted a fistful of California destinations that are near-dupes … Read more

Travel influencer riddled with bleeding bed bug bites after one-night stay at popular international hotel: ‘Wouldn’t wish this on my worst enemy’

Travel influencer riddled with bleeding bed bug bites after one-night stay at popular international hotel: ‘Wouldn’t wish this on my worst enemy’

This hapless traveler has encountered way more than just a few bumps in the road.    Itchy, bleeding red welts across her arms, legs, chest and face are the unsightly parting gifts Hannah Stephenson, a UK content creator, claims to have received after patronizing a Travelodge hotel infested with bedbugs.  “Stayed in this hotel for one night, … Read more

World’s hottest islands of 2026 are more affordable than you think — with two American destinations in the top 10

World’s hottest islands of 2026 are more affordable than you think — with two American destinations in the top 10

They’re getting more beach for their buck.  Hitting exotic sands can come as a gut-punch to one’s savings this summer, as travel costs have skyrocketed since 2025, forcing 52% of frequent flyers to forgo a getaway this year.  Budgeted globetrotters, however, need not sweat nor fret as the world’s top 10 most luxurious, affordable stays have just been revealed via … Read more

Exclusive | Couple’s ‘End of the Line’ subway series spotlights Big Apple’s ‘beautiful mosaic’ — inspiring jaded commuters to explore more

Exclusive | Couple’s ‘End of the Line’ subway series spotlights Big Apple’s ‘beautiful mosaic’  — inspiring jaded commuters to explore more

For NYC straphangers Asdrid Vasquez and Nick Bartolone, the end of the line is just the beginning. From Woodlawn to Wakefield and from Flushing to Far Rockaway, the Brooklyn couple love to turn long rides on the train — something most New Yorkers would studiously avoid outside of their weekday commutes — into mini-adventures. Leaving the usual … Read more

Picture-perfect California island ranks among the best in the country in annual list

Picture-perfect California island ranks among the best in the country in annual list

It’s a picture-perfect island. This iconic isle, known as the ‘Caribbean of California,’ has earned its place among the best islands in the continental US. The elite list of 15 islands was curated by Travel + Leisure as part of its annual World’s Best Awards. Determined by readers, the list recognizes the world’s top destinations … Read more

Booked for disaster! TripAdvisor AI accused of sugarcoating nightmare hotel reviews

Booked for disaster! TripAdvisor AI accused of sugarcoating nightmare hotel reviews

Think your AI travel assistant has your back? It might be packing rose-colored glasses. TripAdvisor’s artificial intelligence review summaries are under fire after an investigation found the chatbot appeared to gloss over alarming guest complaints. This included reports of food poisoning, poor hygiene and even alleged sexual harassment — while painting an overly sunny picture … Read more

US states with greatest risk of bed bugs revealed— and NY shockingly doesn’t make top 5

US states with greatest risk of bed bugs revealed— and NY shockingly doesn’t make top 5

If checking into your hotel is on your vacation itinerary, checking the mattress seams might be, too. A new data analysis has revealed the US destinations where travelers are most likely to come home with an unwanted souvenir: bed bugs. The new study by Casino.ca found that Michigan is America’s biggest bed bug hotspot, where … Read more

World’s best hotels for 2026 revealed — just one ‘peaceful retreat’ in the US broke the top 5

World’s best hotels for 2026 revealed — just one ‘peaceful retreat’ in the US broke the top 5

Vacationers seeking swanky peace would be wise to look to the far east.  With summertime escapes ranking high on the priority list for most work-worn folks, Tripadvisor’s new “World’s Top 10 Hotels of 2026” ranking reveals the best, most serene accommodations for travelers hoping to take a luxe load off. Meanwhile, 37% of US residents … Read more

Death, illicit affairs and love scams: The sinking truths about life on a cruise ship revealed

Death, illicit affairs and love scams: The sinking truths about life on a cruise ship revealed

When the ship hits the fan, vacationers might be dead in the water — quite literally.  No sleep, lifeless bodies and horny cheaters hunting for green cards. That’s life at sea — or so warns cruise ship crew member, Raye, and her colleague, virally unveiling the unpleasant underbelly of luxury liners.  “Things about working on a cruise … Read more

Montauk Yacht Club unveils new dining and delights, including a floating spa

Montauk Yacht Club unveils new dining and delights, including a floating spa

Perched on Star Island Road, at the far eastern end of Long Island, sits the iconic Montauk Yacht Club. The 106-room hotel — which originally opened in 1929 and counted Astors, Whitneys and Vanderbilts as members — has always had a lot to offer: a private beach with stand-up paddleboards, two outdoor pools (one for … Read more

Hamptons luxury trends for 2026: traveling saunas, staffing secrets

Hamptons luxury trends for 2026: traveling saunas, staffing secrets

Whether you want to book a ride on Blade, a private yacht, an elite nanny, a new ‘do or a portable sauna, we’ve got your elite secrets to flying high in the Hamptons this summer. Wandering saunas Bunji Box Sauna will deliver a barrel full of dry heat directly to your East End doorstop. Sammy … Read more

What are repositioning cruises? Budget-friendly hack is one of travel’s best-kept secrets

What are repositioning cruises? Budget-friendly hack is one of travel’s best-kept secrets

Here’s your chance to finally seas the day. If you’re a seafaring wannabe looking to take a cruise but don’t want to break the bank, look no further than one of travel’s best-kept secrets. Repositioning cruises are essentially one-way trips on a ship that moves from one seasonal route to another due to itinerary changes. … Read more

$1 upgrade? Why basic economy passengers are getting VIP lounge access

 upgrade? Why basic economy passengers are getting VIP lounge access

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. There are few places on Earth that test the limits of human dignity quite like an airport terminal during a flight delay. It always starts the same way: a crackle … Read more

Exclusive | I’ve been to every dangerous, ‘banned’ country for American travelers — here’s what they all have in common

Exclusive | I’ve been to every dangerous, ‘banned’ country for American travelers — here’s what they all have in common

Investment banker-turned-farmer and philanthropist Barry Hoffner’s fate as a world traveler was decided by a coin toss a half-century ago. “After high school, I wanted to go to Hawaii to surf, and my best friend wanted to go backpacking in Europe,” the Sausalito, California resident told The Post. “He won, and that trip changed my … Read more

Hotel guests vow never to eat free breakfast again after learning how buffet scrambled eggs are made: ‘What the f- -k is that?’

Hotel guests vow never to eat free breakfast again after learning how buffet scrambled eggs are made: ‘What the f- -k is that?’

There’s just no eggs-cuse for this.  Frequent travelers, those with exacting tastes, are freaking out over the “sick” way hotel chefs prepare scrambled eggs for complimentary continental breakfast buffets.  The chow may be free, but foodies are paying for it in disgust.  Emmert, a hotel kitchen worker, virally revealed the revolting way she prepares scrambled eggs for … Read more

Step aside NYC: Top 20 most walkable cities in the world revealed

Step aside NYC: Top 20 most walkable cities in the world revealed

New York City will have to take this defeat in stride.  For a city that never sleeps, the bustling Big Apple has landed a shockingly low position in the “Best 100 Walking Cities” of 2026 ranking, failing to even make the top 20 cut, according to a new report.  However, while some big steppers across the … Read more

Exclusive | I’ve been to 193 countries — here’s where my favorite coffee, food and scenic views are

Exclusive | I’ve been to 193 countries — here’s where my favorite coffee, food and scenic views are

Barry Hoffner is a man who belongs to the world. An investment banker-turned-philanthropist, Hoffner set out to explore the world — every country except North Korea, which he plans to visit later this year, that is — after his wife died in 2017. Determined to be deepened, rather than defined by his loss, Hoffner set … Read more