WIRED Travel

Case Closed
Quince Luggage Gives Away a Run for Its Money
Is Quince the Away alternative we’ve been waiting for? I tested its luggage to find out, and the price difference is hard to ignore.
Boutayna Chokrane


Before You Go

I Traveled With Saily's Ultra eSIM Service to See How It Held Up
For uninterrupted service as you country-hop, the Saily Ultra eSIM works well and comes with plentiful perks. It’s pricey though.
Simon Hill

The Best Wireless Chargers to Refuel Your Phone (or Watch)
Stop fumbling for cables in the dark. These WIRED-tested stands and pads will take the hassle out of refueling your phone, wireless earbuds, and watch.
Simon Hill

The Best Tracking Devices for Finding Your Stuff
Lose something? Here are the best Bluetooth trackers to avoid pocket-patting panic.
Boutayna Chokrane

The Best Festival Gear
Our field-tested gear includes power banks, electrolytes, outdoor blankets, earplugs, and more.
Louryn Strampe
How to Get There

13 Environmentally Conscious Packing Tips for Your Next Vacation
Your trip starts impacting the planet before you even leave home. Here are a few pointers for keeping your footprint small.
Rachel Cernansky

‘Reservation Hijacking’ Scams Target Travelers. Here’s How to Stay Safe
The hotel staffer who calls you with an urgent request for payment isn’t necessarily who they say they are.
David Nield
9 Best Hotel Rewards Programs for Elevating Your Next Stay
A guide to earning—and redeeming—points at Hilton, Wyndam, and other top hotels, whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure.
Paris Wilson and Michael Calore

The Best Apps for Managing Your Travel Expenses and Receipts
Keeping track of your expenses while on a work trip can be frustrating. The editors of WIRED and Condé Nast Traveler pooled our expertise to find the most efficient and user-friendly apps for the job.
Reece Rogers and Jamie Spain
What to Do

We Stood on Both Sides of the New York–Dublin Portal and It Was Glorious
Hundreds of people and two WIRED reporters gathered at the Portal, which is open again after being closed due to “inappropriate behavior.”
David Gilbert and Amanda Hoover

Wanna Scratch that Travel Itch? Try YouTube
If you need a quick getaway, consider a digital stroll through the world’s biggest metropolises.
Matt Jancer

This Travel Game Takes Connect Four to the Extreme
What if Connect Four and The Amazing Race had a baby? WIRED spoke to Jet Lag creator Sam Denby about his new state-hopping whirlwind of a game show.
Pearse Anderson

Explore a Oaxaca Chocolate Shop Where DIY Tech Sets a High Bar
The chocolatiers at Mamá Pacha use an unlikely combination of tools and appliances to make their renowned delicacies.
Joe Ray
News and Updates


We Asked AI to Take Us On a Tour of Our Cities. It Was Chaos
We had a specialty chatbot to curate perfect days out in London and New York for under $100 each. We're still recovering from our journeys.
Natasha Bernal and Amanda Hoover

Sponsored Content
Luxury Air Travel Gets Personal
How Lufthansa Allegris is creating a customizable intercontinental travel experience.

I Wore Meta Ray-Bans in Montreal to Test Their AI Translation Skills
WIRED took Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses to French-speaking Canada to trial its AI smarts. Quelle catastrophe!
Kate Knibbs
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Frequent Flyers
Motorola Phones Now Have a Built-In Travel eSIM for Mobile Data Outside the US
Julian Chokkattu



World Cup 2026
Locked Out of the World Cup: A Year Marked by Barriers, Borders, and Broken Access
Malak Saleh



Sustainable Travel
This Summer Travel Season Could Forever Alter the Future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Jaclyn Trop

Sustainable Travel
How a Citizen Science Organization Aims to Preserve the Places It Brings Tourists to Study
Rachel Cernansky


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