Myscha Theriault

Storm clouds provide a dramatic scene at sunset at the Bahia Honda bridge, in this view from the bayside of Bahia Honda State Park, near Big Pine Key, Fla., Saturday, August 4, 2012.

The Thrifty Traveler: Luxury for less in the Florida Keys

May 12, 2019 at 9:36 a.m.

Making one's way through the Florida Keys is one of the most classic travel experiences America has to offer. May's still-comfortable temperatures, balmy breezes and radically-reduced hotel rates make the...

A dramatic sky over property owned by The Conservancy of Southwest Florida. The Naples area features several parks and exhibits to introduce visitors to the natural ecosystem.

Florida’s Paradise Coast perfect for pets

May 12, 2019 at 9:26 a.m.

While plenty of places claim to be accessible to people traveling with their pets, anyone with a large-breed pup can tell you many of those same venues are the first...

A locator map showing , an area that includes Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte and the Gulf Islands from Boca Grande north to Blind Pass Beach.

The Thrifty Traveler: Florida’s Charlotte Harbor charms on the cheap

May 12, 2019 at 9:26 a.m.

On the western coast of the Sunshine State lies a stretch of coastline that has successfully sidestepped the theme park overload and skyscraper congestion plaguing other parts of the peninsula....

Restaurant Week can help tame N.Y. prices

August 23, 2019 at 3:53 p.m.

NEW YORK —This is one of the more expensive places in the world to enjoy fine dining, and the city doesn't show many signs of becoming less spendy in the...

The Frugal Traveler: Greenville, S.C., offers great family travel value

May 12, 2019 at 8:57 a.m.

This South Carolina destination is large-dog friendly and offers a sense of Seattle chic in the South Atlantic with plenty of classic Americana thrown in for good measure. Main Street...

The Frugal Traveler: Packing a frugal first aid kit

May 12, 2019 at 8:56 a.m.

On a recent trip to the Caribbean, an accidental injury reminded me that skimping on first aid supplies is a packing strategy with potentially serious repercussions. Repercussions I was going...

The Frugal Traveler: For frugal travel finds, try the craft store

May 12, 2019 at 8:55 a.m.

On a recent trip to a well-known craft store, I noticed a selection of colorful wall chargers and mini USB cords available for $5. While they were obviously positioned for...

The Frugal Traveler: Tiny towns provide relaxed pace for tired travelers

May 12, 2019 at 8:54 a.m.

If your vacation preferences include getting away from the hustle and bustle of city life, but you'd prefer more to do than lounge by the pool, taking a trip to...

The Frugal Traveler: Affordable vacation options exist in Asheville, N.C.

May 12, 2019 at 8:53 a.m.

Adorning the mountains of North Carolina with a hip urban vibe, noteworthy art scene and a growing circuit of artisan microbreweries is the city of Asheville. Phenomenal food and well-preserved...

The Norton Museum of Art is undergoing a major renovation so that only about 10 percent of its collection is on display until 2018. During that time, though, admission to the Norton is free.

The Frugal Traveler: Penny-pinching tips for visiting Florida’s Palm Beaches

May 12, 2019 at 8:52 a.m.

The Palm Beaches represent one of the largest residential concentrations of wealth in the world. A popular destination for shopping celebrities, political fundraisers and bejeweled billionaires, Palm Beach and West...

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