Taking a vacation can be a great way to unwind, but often the way we approach travel makes it anything but relaxing. In fact, many of our vacation habits are quite stress-inducing. “It’s important to remove stressors from vacation time…
Expedia. Skyscanner. Booking.com. Trip.com. Priceline. These days there are countless third-party platforms for booking flights, hotels, rental cars and other aspects of the travel experience. While these websites can make the planning process feel more seamless and convenient, there are…
Record-setting heatwaves have been making headlines this summer and are likely to continue in the coming weeks. That means those with upcoming travel plans should be extra sure to pay attention and take proper precautions. “Enjoying the sun is all…
Hotel guests often interact with a number of staffers ― from valets to bellhops to lobby bartenders. And in these exchanges, it’s common knowledge to tip them accordingly. But there’s one staff category that is often ignored in the tip…
Empowering, freeing and offering the chance to explore entirely on your own terms, solo travel is often romanticized as the ultimate way to find yourself. But even the most independent adventurers can feel a wave of loneliness now and then,…
When you’re on vacation, your hard-earned dollars sometimes feel like “Monopoly” money ― especially if you’re dealing with cash in an unfamiliar currency. Then there’s the inescapable temptation of “travel math,” which might seem fun but can lead to catastrophic…
At the end of May, Britney Spears made the news for some drama on a flight from Cabo San Lucas to Los Angeles — not only did she smoke on the flight (which is illegal) and admit to drinking vodka,…
Whether you’re looking to explore a new country or visit cities and towns within the U.S., summer is the perfect time to travel with your friends, family or even by yourself. While traveling is an unmatched experience, there’s a lot…
When people think of beach destinations in the United States, buzzy spots like South Beach, Malibu and Waikiki often come to mind. Place-named TV shows like “Outer Banks” and “Laguna Beach” have put their beachy settings on people’s travel radars…
Perhaps one of the biggest pains of air travel is the part where you have to sit for hours in a tight, cramped seat. Over the years, there have been debates about the ethics of reclining your seat, sharing your…