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Town & Country magazine has dubbed Wendy as "The Travel Whisperer," promising to guide you toward the ultimate vacation experience. Meanwhile, Condé Nast Traveler highlights "The Wizardry of Wendy" and her extensive expertise in travel. With 25 years of experience in top-tier travel journalism, Wendy has gathered in-depth insights into the best travel options and experts around the globe. Her mission is to share this valuable knowledge so that everyone can enjoy unforgettable trips. Before launching WendyPerrin.com, Wendy served as the Director of Consumer News and Digital Community at Condé Nast Traveler. There, she authored the popular advice column, The Perrin Report, for 17 years and her award-winning blog, The Perrin Post, for eight years. Her journey began as the magazine’s Ombudsman, where she acted as a consumer advocate, addressing reader complaints about travel services and assisting travelers in obtaining compensation. This experience inspired her book, Wendy Perrin’s Secrets Every Smart Traveler Should Know (Fodor’s).

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A Smarter Way to Go "Set-Jetting" to The White Lotus’ Locales

4 weeks ago | wendyperrin.com | Brook Wilkinson

The internet is abuzz about Season 3 of The White Lotus. As with the past seasons that spotlit Maui and Sicily, the show is transporting its viewers, this time to Thailand. Above I’m with WOW List Thailand expert Dan Fraser, who helped White Lotus creator Mike White scout locations in Bangkok, where Dan lives.
Tips for Making Rainy Days Memorable and Fun

1 month ago | wendyperrin.com | Wendy Perrin

With severe weather growing more frequent, the chance that rain may impact a trip is increasing. You already know the obvious solutions:Have an indoor Plan B for each outdoor day or activity. Pack wisely: Ultralight rain jacket with hood, quick-dry socks, waterproof shoes….
Four Things to Love About the Azores, Portugal’s Mid-Atlantic Island Paradise

1 month ago | wendyperrin.com | Brook Wilkinson

If nature is your nirvana, consider the Azores. My first tip-off was here at WendyPerrin.com, written by travelers just back from the Azores and delighted at their luck in discovering this off-the-radar spot. Before long, I was cooking up plans for my own family’s trip, with the help of WOW List Portugal specialist Gonçalo Correia. Here’s what I found most enchanting about the Azores:They’re not crowded. I visited in July, during the peak of Europe’s summer season.
Travel to Malta: The Mediterranean Islands To See Now

2 months ago | wendyperrin.com | Wendy Perrin

Imagine a magical place where:there are ancient temples older than Stonehenge and the Pyramids; in fact, they’re the oldest freestanding structures in the world. there are Blue Grottoes and a Crystal Lagoon. so many different civilizations and empires have left their mark that the culture, art, and traditions are uniquely fascinating. you’re still in Europe but it’s warm in winter. the flight time from Rome or Athens is less than two hours, and English is an official language. It’s not just a dream.
Cuba Travel: An Opportunity For This Spring

2 months ago | wendyperrin.com | Brook Wilkinson

Over the years, policies around U.S. travelers visiting Cuba have swung back and forth; with a new administration in Washington, we may soon see that pendulum return to the side of greater restrictions—potentially outright bans. If Cuba has been on your list, this winter and spring is a smart time to go. The next few months offer excellent weather on the island, before the summer heat sets in.
New Entry Requirements For Countries Around the Globe

2 months ago | wendyperrin.com | Brook Wilkinson

Several countries have recently changed their entry requirements—some adding hurdles, others making a visit easier:The U.K. now requires that U.S. travelers submit an Electronic Travel Authorization before entering the country. The process typically takes up to three business days and costs about $12.
Need to De-Stress? These Affordable Vacations Are Available Now

Nov 10, 2024 | wendyperrin.com | Wendy Perrin

If you’re looking for value, now is one of the best times of the year to travel. From now until just before the Thanksgiving school break, and from just after Thanksgiving weekend until the Christmas rush, relatively few people are traveling. That means off-peak prices, during those pre-holiday windows of time, in nearby tropical locales such as the Caribbean, Hawaii, and Mexico. Europe can be a great option too, including during Thanksgiving week, since that’s low season across the Pond.
Are You Booking Hotels With the Best Views?

Oct 30, 2024 | wendyperrin.com | Wendy Perrin

Don’t you love a hotel you can sightsee from all day long and never get bored because the scenery keeps changing? I was lucky enough to stay in such a place earlier this month—a hotel with a magical location on the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy. Above, I’m on the hotel’s terrace in the evening for an aperitivo. (Yes, that’s the Rialto in the background.) Below was the ever-changing scene at breakfast. Even better than sightseeing from a hotel’s terrace or restaurant?
Have You Tried This Surprising Way to Beat Jet Lag?

Oct 23, 2024 | wendyperrin.com | Wendy Perrin

by Wendy Perrin | October 23, 2024 That's Wendy hitting the baths at QC Terme, three miles from Rome's airport. Photo: Timothy Baker When travel hands you lemons, make limoncello. Last week in Italy, a train strike forced me and Tim to leave Venice early and seek a Rome airport hotel for an unexpected 18-hour overnight.
South Africa Safaris Insider's Travel Guide

Aug 25, 2024 | wendyperrin.com

Check out this travel cheat sheet to add even more adventure to your safari, like biking, kayaking, and sleeping in a treehouse.