Fresh Stories from Oyster
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Cruise
9 Cruise Ship Rules You Might Not Know About
You might be in international waters, but that doesn't mean your cruise ship is a lawless place. There are lots…
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Steamy
The 8 Most Nude-Friendly Destinations Around the World
We've said it before and we will say it again: Nakations (that's naked vacations) are on the rise. So where…
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Travel Tips
How to Get Compensation When Your European Flight Is Delayed or Canceled
Flight cancellations and delays are sometimes a frustrating part of the travel experience. Most travelers have an anecdotal story about…
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Caribbean
9 Caribbean Resorts That Are Worth a Spot on Your Bucket List
Everyone has their own bucket list of travel destinations -- usually with common top contenders like Machu Picchu, Iceland, and…
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Cruise
The Most Underrated Cruise Destinations Around the World
The Caribbean. The Mediterranean. Repeat. It's easy to get in a rut when cruising, but there are so many more…
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What's New
The World’s First Underwater Hotel Villa Has Opened
Forget overwater bungalows -- you can now spend the night underwater in the Maldives. The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has…
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Cruise
Carnival Horizon vs. Norwegian Bliss: Which Cruise Should You Choose?
So, you want to take a cruise, but are having a tough time narrowing down the options. Let us help…
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Travel Tips
The Most Annoying Airport Behaviors and How to Avoid Them
Holiday travel is right around the corner, and the T.S.A. is already predicting record-breaking numbers. This Thanksgiving will see 25…
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Croatia
Croatia Itinerary: The Perfect 10 Days
Croatia has been a rising star on the travel front for several years now, drawing visitors to its gorgeous Adriatic…
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Sao Paulo
The 9 Best Things to Do in Sao Paulo
Have you ever Googled images of Sao Paulo's sprawling skyline? It's a big one. Sao Paulo is the fourth-largest city…
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Eco-Friendly
How to Have an Eco-Friendly Vacation in NYC
Packed with skyscrapers and cabs, New York City doesn't appear like the most environmentally conscious city on its surface. But…
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Travel Tips
What to Do If You Lose Something at the Airport, TSA, or on an Airplane
We've all felt it: the immediate panic followed by dread when you realize you've lost something. And losing something while…
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Cruise
6 Important Things to Remember When Tipping on a Cruise
Tipping is a topic that appears on forums for travelers of all types. Who should you tip and under what…
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Flying
Ryanair Is Changing Its Carry-On Bag Policy for a Second Time This Year
In January, Ryanair announced a new policy that required non-priority customers to gate check their larger carry-on bags free of…
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Cruise
A Guide to the Ports on an Alaskan Inside Passage Cruise
An Alaskan cruise appears on many a bucket list, as it offers an easy way to cover the state's vast…
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Shopping
The 6 Best and Most Effective Umbrellas for Travel
We certainly hope you'll never encounter rain on your travels, but occasional stormy skies are an unfortunate fact of life…
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London
7 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid in London
London can seem like a deceptively easy trip abroad. After all, there's no language barrier or major culture shock. Our…
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Cruise
Viking Star vs. Oceania’s Riviera: Which Cruise Is Best for You?
Once you’ve decided where to cruise, it’s time to pick which ship will take you there. If you’re in the…
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Copenhagen
How to Spend the Perfect 72 Hours in Copenhagen
Known for its bike-friendly streets and minimalist design, Copenhagen is one of Europe’s hippest cities. With roughly three-quarters of a…
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Hong Kong
5 Hotels in Hong Kong That Should Be on Your Radar Now
From classic luxury to budget-friendly, Hong Kong is flush with hotels for all types of travelers. We recently scoured the…
