TRAVEL

Most of its neighborhood names aren’t in English—and they all have colorful stories.

Soft soil is only the beginning of the story.

Lady Mary Wortley Montagu—British aristocrat, feminist, and writer—was largely responsible for the adoption of inoculation against smallpox in England.

The colorful King Cake is primarily associated with Mardi Gras and Big Easy revelry, but its history reaches back centuries.

The case for breaking out the hand sanitizer before reaching your boarding gate.

Here's what you need to know about the controversial flight-booking practice.

Whether they feature cat art or have resident felines, these institutions are the purrfect destinations for ailurophiles.

The catch? Purchasers have to pay out of pocket to refurbish the derelict buildings.

Whether you prefer a classic apple or go for more unusual flavors (raspberry rhubarb jalapeño, anyone?), celebrate Pie Day with one of these delectable options.

Having a few proactive tricks in your arsenal could help you avoid other passengers’ germs.

When pigs swim.

It was a much more adventurous process than you'd think.