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Can forest walks, cold plunges and talking to trees make you happier? An anxious American went to Helsinki to see if what she learned there could lift her spirits back home.

United Airlines said a plane landed safely at Reagan National Airport after a witness said he saw a kite reach the plane between its fuselage and engine.

Plus: wooden sculptures of everyday objects, stylish takes on the fanny pack and more recommendations from T Magazine.

Pittsburgh International Airport avoids power outages and reduces its energy costs by generating electricity on site using natural gas and solar panels.

Insider tips on where to eat, sleep and shop in the Sri Lankan city of Colombo.

Whether you're traveling off-the-beaten path or staying at a high-end resort, paying attention to how food is prepared and handled can help keep you safe.

Recent airplane accidents have fueled concerns about whether young children are sufficiently protected on flights and prompted parents and caregivers to re-evaluate how, and even whether, they should fly with infants.

When the airport shut down travelers were on the hook for reservations that could not be canceled, expensive new flights and missed events that airlines don't reimburse for. How can you protect yourself next time?

A growing number of travelers say they are worried about feeling unwelcome or unsafe in America and are reluctant to support the economy of a country that may be destabilizing other nations.

Most of these routes run daily, come at no extravagant cost and have special details that will make your journey comfortable, scenic and memorable.