Is Trip Insurance Worth It? 6 Reasons to Buy Travel Protection When You Fly Travel is an exciting thing to plan. What's not so fun is the thought that things could go wrong. As much as it isn't fun to think about lost connections or sickness in an unfamiliar place, it is important to...
Ready, Set, Shop! The Top U.S. Cities to Visit for Black Friday The countdown for the biggest shopping day in the U.S. has begun. Yep, you guessed it: Black Friday is almost here! The day when epic sales kick-off and retailers offer major discounts on everything from...
Be-Leaf it or Not, Your Family Will Love With These Autumn Adventures This post was last updated on September 15, 2023. With fall well and truly underway, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle of daily life. Between work, school, family, and friends, how much time do you...
Why Winter Travel is the New Family Vacay Winter vacations don’t have quite the same ring as summer vacations that conjure up images of beaches, swimming, and sunscreen. But there’s nothing like winter family vacations to really make the season...
Looking to Book on the Least Busy Day to Fly? Here’s What You Need to Know! Flying can be a really herdlike and stressful experience, especially if you usually lose your temper when surrounded by crowds. Thousands of people flock to airports every day, eager to get their vacation...
Anxious Abroad: The Phases of Fear I Had to Overcome Before My First International Trip I come home after work one day, sitting in my dimly lit room, the sunset peering over the edges of the blinds, and I give Dan a call. He answers, happy to hear from me but confused by the sudden attempt to get...
How to Overcome Jet Lag with Simple Steps Before, During & After an International Flight You've finally managed to wrangle some time off work, planned your trip meticulously, and even managed to snag those all-elusive international flight deals to get you to your #1 bucket list destination. Sounds...
Airport Nap Hacks for Turning Your Layover into a Sleepover To anyone who doesn’t do much flying, sleeping in airports may seem strange. But snoozing away between flights is a pretty common experience for globetrotters and frequent fliers. A nap can be the best way...
Winter Wedding Ideas: Sparkling Spots to Say ‘I Do’ Whatever the weather and whenever the season, your wedding should go exactly the way you’ve always wished. For some couples, winter is the best time of year to tie the knot. Indeed, the colder months of the...
How to Plan Your Perfect Trip to Tokyo Tokyo, Japan. Right up there with New York, Dubai, and Singapore, Tokyo is world-renowned as one of the most modernized and innovative cities in the world. Bustling, bright, and uniquely alive, it’s no...
Flight Cancelled Due to Weather? Here’s What You Need to Do. Tornadoes, hurricanes, snowstorms… hold onto your hats—you’re in for a flight cancellation! If you’re worried about a formidable forecast affecting your upcoming flight, then you’re not alone. Flight...
Essential Tips — What to Pack for Thanksgiving Travel This post was updated on October 22, 2023. Traveling for Thanksgiving is a rite of passage for millions of Americans. Whether heading back to the hometown or heading off to meet family, traveling during the...
Thanksgiving Travel Myths Busted! Here’s How to Travel Effortlessly Over the Holiday You can almost smell the pumpkin pie baking in the oven ... and then you realize you have to travel for Thanksgiving. Suddenly those dreams of watching football and the parade with all of your nearest and...
Watch Your Back: Here’s How to Stay Safe When Traveling Abroad When you’re gearing up for your next big trip, you’ll likely advance through the important stages of travel first. From securing your passport to booking your flight and hotel, you’ll feel like you’re...