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5 Idiotic Viral Travel Hacks You Shouldn’t Bother Trying When You Fly
Don't believe everything you see on the internet. These viral travel hacks aren't likely to make flying better—and could make things worse.
Bags Stolen From Baggage Claim: The Airlines' Big Luggage Security Problem
Many travelers won't know or remember this, but there was a time when airline passengers had to to present a claim check in order to pick up their luggage after flights.Until the early…
JetBlue Basic Economy to Allow Carry-Ons—Which Airlines Still Charge for Overhead Bins?
JetBlue passengers with the airline's cheapest class of tickets, known as Blue Basic fares, will be allowed to bring a carry-on bag onto the plane at no additional charge, the carrier…
The Best Packable Backpacks: These Day Packs Fold Up for Easy Travel
Now that many travelers are cutting costs by packing only a single carry-on bag, a new problem arises: What should you carry around for a day of touring, or what bag can you use in the…
A Home Rental Exec Reveals His Best Hack for Finding Cheap Vacation Rentals
Sick of the high vacation rental fees on Airbnb and VRBO? A guy who founded one of the big home rental sites shares a huge tip for getting around them.
Online Passport Renewal is Back in the U.S.! Here's How to Get In On It
All right, Americans. Ready? This is online passport renewal, take two. The U.S. State Department today announced that it is once again accepting applications for online passport…
This Airline Is Mining Your Personal Information to Sell Things to You In Flight. Stop That!
Welcome to the spammy skies. United Airlines has launched a new ad serving platform that will exploit the personal travel information of its customers gathered from bookings, and the…
Find Vacation Rentals—But From Someone You Know: Meet Trustr, A New Rental Site
According to the National Association of Home Builders, there are 7.5 million second homes in the United States, which is 5.11% of the total number of homes. Yet even in this age of…
TSA Confirms Real ID Will Be Mandatory to Fly Starting May 7, 2025
This post was originally published in December 2022 and contains updated information.The deadline for all Americans to be using Real I.D., the strengthened identification format that…
Silver Nova Cruise Ship Review: What Silversea's All-Inclusive Luxury Cruising Is Like
Compared to mainstream cruises with their upcharges and theme-park-esque gimmicks, all-inclusive luxury cruises definitely have their charms. The staff knows your name and preferred…
11 Ways to Find a Cheap Cruise: The Secrets of Cruise Discounts in 2024
We’ve got the lowdown on how to make your hard-earned cruise vacation cash go even further. Here are 11 methods for booking a cheap cruise.
Where is Everybody? "Humanless” Customer Service is Dominating Travel. Can We Be Heard as Consumers?
Companies have been eliminating customer assistance and denying consumers help with increasing frequency, and now the problem is nearly ubiquitous. Why isn't this a national…
American Airlines Raises Bag Fees, Will Ban Some Booking Sites from Points Eligibility
This news post was updated with new information after its original publication.It's almost as if the corporations dominating our lives are determined to make back whatever they missed…
Deal Alert: Hawaii Hotels Are Up to 30% Cheaper Than Normal Right Now
If you've ever wanted a vacation on Maui's famed Ka‘anapali Beach, this is the year to go. Occupancy and prices are down some 20–30% in the popular West Maui resort area, but those…
Flying With Wine: Packing and Legal Tips You Need to Know
Packing wine to fly? We asked an expert about customs laws, airline policies, and avoiding luggage disasters.
How to Get U.S. National Park Reservations if They're Sold Out
The most popular national parks in the United States now require advance reservations for entry in peak season, and those often book up months in advance. Here's how to get into a…
The News Said Two Airlines Just Scrapped Change and Cancel Fees—but the Truth Is Messier
Something notable is happening at American airports. Something that only happens once in a blue moon.Airlines are changing their positions on fees. In recent days, two major U.S.…
Study Finds Gig Drivers Still Earn Less Than Minimum Wage. Is Using Uber and Lyft Ethical?
Corporations are squeezing Americans for more cash everywhere. We're all feeling it, especially at the grocery store and at the gas pump, even as the big companies in those industries…
Countries That Use the US Dollar as Currency
You can fall back on your greenbacks in these countries that use the U.S. dollar as currency.
The 7 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make on a Walt Disney World Vacation
Disney World vacations are full of pitfalls. Save money and avert discomfort by avoiding these basic planning mistakes.
What Is It Like to Fly French Bee? Our Airline Review
In the landscape of a vacation, air travel is just one small hill you need to climb before the real experience begins. That’s why I’ve always been a proponent of paying as little as…
Experts Reveal 11 Common Airfare Booking Mistakes That Prevent You From Finding Cheap Flights
It’s all too easy to make simple flight booking mistakes that push up the price of airfare. To help you find the best cheap flights, we asked travel experts for the most common…
What to Know About Europe’s Upcoming Entry Requirement and Entry Fee
Soon, travelers to Europe will need to register with the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). Here's how—and how much it will cost.
A Weak Yen Is Making Japan Vacations Cheaper Than They’ve Been in 30 Years
The U.S. dollar soared this week to its highest rate against Japan's yen since 1990. As of Friday, 1 dollar equates to around 157 yen, according to Reuters—the dollar's strongest…
Missed by No One, Brazil’s Visa for U.S. Citizens Is Returning
This post has been updated with new information.Just a few years after visiting Brazil got easier for Americans, traveling to the South American nation will get harder again. On…