I have a love/hate relationship with companies that reinvent themselves. I don’t mean like when a Marriott-branded hotel is sold and suddenly becomes a Hilton-branded one. I mean when they’re …
budget travel
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Although it’s relatively easy to find motels that offer free parking, the same can’t be said for hotels (here are other differences between the 2 types of accommodations). Sure, you’ll …
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I recently earned a Southwest Companion Pass again, thanks to a credit card sign-up bonus. It had been several years since I’d last had one, so I figured I’d dust …
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Everyone will agree that when you travel by air – whether it’s personal or business travel – your hotel and airfare are probably the most expensive parts of the trip. …
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Tips and Tricks
“Tip Fatigue” Is Real – Here Are 12+ Countries Where Gratuities Aren’t Expected
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you live in, or have visited the U.S., you’ve probably experienced it – places are asking for tips EVERYWHERE. As a tipping society, having to tip restaurant servers, hotel …
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Newbies (& those who don't travel often)
The Differences Between Motels & Hotels That They Never Told You About
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you travel a lot, the things you know that have to do with traveling come as second nature. If you don’t travel a lot, there’s a definite learning curve. …
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We recently took our first-ever flight on Breeze Airways, taking advantage of a convenient nonstop route from Orlando (MCO) to Lancaster, Pennsylvania (LNS). It’s exactly the kind of market Breeze …
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No matter how often you travel, there’s always an opportunity to learn more about travel. Maybe it’s how to override hotel thermostat settings, or why seats on a plane are usually …
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Lounges
Midwest Airport Opens Lounge With Affordable Annual Fee & Day Rate
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWhen an airport lounge opens, it’s typically affiliated with an airline (e.g., Delta Sky Club, American Admirals Club, United Club), a credit card (such as Centurion Lounge, Capital One Lounge, …
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When did American Airlines become an ultra-low-cost carrier? That’s not meant to be snark. It’s an honest question — and maybe the better question now is whether there’s even a …