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These Apps Help People With Disabilities Travel Smarter and Safer

For the disability community, technology can be the most valuable travel companion. These apps and services make it easier to get around a new city.

Jaclyn Greenberg

Grand Tour

Meet the People Traveling the World, Thanks to Crowdfunding

Rosie Bell

Table Stakes

When You Call a Restaurant, You Might Be Chatting With an AI Host

Flora Tsapovsky

Before You Go

Our Favorite Overlanding Gear for Off-Road Adventure

We traveled thousands of miles to bring you the best tires, tow straps, and tool kits to get you out there … and back again.

Martin Cizmar and Scott Gilbertson

The 21 Best Portable Chargers for All of Your Devices

Keep your phone, tablet, laptop, and other electronics running with these handheld power banks.

Simon Hill and Scott Gilbertson

How Google’s Satellite eSOS Works During Emergencies on the Pixel 9

Like recent iPhones, Google’s latest Android phones support satellite messaging when you don’t have cellular connectivity.

Julian Chokkattu

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.

Julian Chokkattu and Simon Hill

How to Get There

Burning Man Is Over, but You Can Keep the Party Going Year-Round

If you’re not ready to say goodbye to Burning Man’s vibes—or if you’re looking for “Burning Man Light”—you can attend one of many regional burns around the world.

Alden Wicker

4 Tools That Make It Easier to Write While Traveling—Wherever You Go

Whether you’re typing newsletters, marketing copy, or the next great novel, these tech tools and tips can help you spread the word.

Erica Kasper and Reece Rogers

The EU Has New Carry-On Luggage Rules. Here’s What to Know Before You Fly

Until new luggage scanners come online at European airports, you’re going to have to go back to taking liquids out of your bags.

David Nield

Catching a Flight? Here Are 5 Tips to Make Travel Easier

If you’re flying for the first time in a while—or just taking a particularly long trip—here are some ways to help you stay sane, healthy, and hydrated.

Erica Kasper

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