Tips and Tricks

We’re approaching the busy time of the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1st to November 30th. Living in Florida, we’re well aware of what it’s like to have …

There’s a long-running legend in travel circles that goes something like this: if you search for flights online and then come back later, the price mysteriously goes up. And the …

Renewing your passport as recently as a year or two ago was a major process. After filling out your paper application, getting a mini headshot, and writing a check to …

Fearing loss or theft, people traveling by plane often bring their most valuable possessions with them in their carry-on bags. Doing that will usually prevent stuff from getting lost. However, …

Lots of people who read travel blogs are those who are interested in the nitty-gritty of travel. They’re pros at getting the most frequent flyer miles or hotel points from …

The typical, everyday translation of the “Golden Rule” is to treat people the way you’d like to be treated. Be nice. Don’t be a jerk. It’s not a very difficult …

These days, flight-tracking apps can tell you almost everything about your trip — except when your airline is hiding a delay. Even with all the technology at our fingertips, airlines …

One of the biggest challenges people face when traveling is getting a good night’s sleep. There are plenty of reasons it might be hard to drift off when you’re away …

When I’m talking about stacking, I’m not talking about stacking cups, although that is an impressive, yet useless skill. I’m also not referring to the catchy Anna Kendrick song “Cups” …

When it comes to travel, I’m definitely on Team Checked Bag. I’m always in awe of people who claim they can pack enough for a multi-night trip into a tiny …