The cold isn’t why your flight is cancelled. But it isn’t the cold that’s a problem for most aircraft. In fact, airplanes are more efficient in low temperatures, as cold air is denser than warm air. That typically means shorter, faster takeoffs and better performance. There is one major challenge with cold weather, however, and that’s the accompanying ice and snow. Thats why airplanes must be carefully cleaned and protected during inclement winter weather....

A look at the rise, fall, and rebuilding of a summer wonderland. There’s no place inNew York Citymore synonymous with summer than Coney Island. Thankfully, not all was lost during that time, but much has changed. The beach at Coney Island, New York City, circa 1960.Harvey Meston/Archive Photos/Getty Images But by the 1960s, each of the three amusement parks had permanently shuttered. Development continued at a steady pace. The Cyclone, a wooden roller coaster constructed in the 1920s, was refurbished in 1975....

A strange, surprising journey from 12th-century Europe to modern-day Nassau. Crossing Paradise Island Drive at the edge of the Ocean Club, visitors will come upon an unexpected scene. Between two condominium buildings, framed by palms and bougainvillea, an ancient-seeming structure appears in a French garden. Credit: Christian Horan An arcade of gothic arches rests on white marble columns with ornately carved capitals. In the distance, the sparkling waves and sailboats of Nassau Harbor....

Id gone in for a spinal tap the day before it took the resident 12 tries. By age 7, I didnt believe in magic and knew fairy godmothers didnt exist. I asked for atrip to Disney World, a computer, or a meet-and-greet with the Backstreet Boys. Credit:Courtesy of Ashley Couto But not at Disney. I was a VIP at Disney World the second I sat in my rented wheelchair. I was a VIP at Disney World the second I sat in my rented wheelchair....

Hint: Magic has nothing to do with it. But have you ever wondered why? It’s not magic or flying unicorns that keep theIcon of the Seasplying the open waters it’s physics. The principle states that any object fully or partially submerged in water is acted on by a buoyant force. And it’s not just about total weight. But a boat actually has a lot of open space. After all, the ocean is massive and extremely dense....

In fact,more than half of Gen Z adultsare already considered frequent travelers. Jobs and job security are not promised to any of us, says travel influencerRaimee Iacofono. Gen Z travelers have different priorities than older generations. Credit:Prime Images/Getty Images You cant earn brownie points with Gen Z, says Roeschke. When it comes to the companies they support, Gen Z travelers view ethical practices as the bare minimum. Beyond this, this generation is more likely to prioritize adventure, mental health benefits, and cultural experiences....

Together or apart, many of my travel memories have him attached to them. Where should we go for our big birthdays? he asked me, as we would reach milestone ages in the same year. Credit:Dana Frost/Courtesy of Widows In The Wild Without hesitation, I said, The Maldives! When else could we make that trip or justify the cost? The dreams we had and the grand adventures we had planned were no more....

I’m the outsider. But on this trip, there was more at stake. I knew I had to rely on my fellow travelers and put my faith in complete strangers. Credit:Brad McGinley Photography/Getty Images When I casually mentioned my husband, our conversation abruptly halted. “Oh, I’m not gay,” he told me. “I’m very straight.” Lance Garland Moments like these are unfortunately common for me. Here are four tips on how I make my travels easier and, more importantly, safer....

A state-of-the-art catamaran reveals a stretch of Tasmanias rugged southern coastline that few visitors get to see. Port Davey is three times the size of Sydney Harbour. There I boarded my floating home for the next seven days,Odalisque III. Odalisque III anchored in the Hannant Inlet.Credit:Justin Meneguzzi I bring artists here and its like watching a dog wag its tail, Marmion said. Marmion is also an irrepressible optimist. Even though we were both soaked to the bone, he predicted the weather was about to break....

The experience taught me to embrace the unexpected. Travel will surprise you. The question is not if, but how. Credit: Alisha Prakash This was a good thing, the park ranger told us. But Yosemite is Yosemite. Theres even a 2,000-square-foot, Parisian-style villa for an extra-secluded getaway. Alisha Prakash Under normal circumstances, this road is crammed with cars; even getting to the entrance can take hours. And forget about finding a parking spot....

Learn more about how to plan a carnival trip that’s both educational and respectful. But even under perfect conditions, its hard to convey just how euphoric how freeing the experience can be. Destroying the commodity produced by their own forced labor was a powerful rebuke. Credit:Harvey Leon Canboulay was a rebellion worthy of celebration. Reggae is an implosion, soca is explosion,he toldCaribbean Beatmagazine in 1998. Soca music takes all your pains out of you....

Here’s how one everyday traveler maximizes his miles and cracks the credit-card code. Ill start with three non-negotiables:Clear,Global Entry, andTSA PreCheck. They all cost money but I justify the expense by considering the time I save. Credit:Illustration by Carlos Coelho Global Entry lasts for five years and includes free enrollment in PreCheck, which also lasts five years. Clear, meanwhile, needs an annual renewal. Airport lounges are another money-saver hidden in plain sight....

We also visited nearbyMASS MoCA,one of the largest art museums in the U.S. In its Kidspace, Remy crafted with clay, inspired by the work of artist Bruno Miguel. (PlugShare Trip Planner, an online tool, also pinpointed a charger next door.) The Red Lion Inn in the Berkshires.Credit:Courtesy of Red Lion Inn In Williamstown, we visited the EV-friendlyClark Art Institute,where we admired “Friends or Foes? (The Scout)” by Frederic Remington and roamed the 140-acre, sculpture-filled grounds....