money

As you can tell, I like to travel (usually with Sharon). However, for all of my advance planning and packing lists, there is one thing that I forget to bring …

We’re aware that a lot of the people who read our travel blog are frequent flyers who know almost everything there is to know about travel. And we get that. …

There have been some LONG waits at the TSA security checkpoints this summer. The waits seem to have improved some, but you can still find some hot spots at airports …

Several years ago I spent a weekend learning about points, miles and other travel-related things from some of the best people in the business. I learned many tips on how …

When it comes to money, the U.S. is pretty boring. We’ve had the same coins for decades, with few visible changes, save for artwork. Our monochromatic paper money is even …

Casino gambling is big business in the U.S. Legal in 44 states, casinos reportedly earned $261 billion and provide $41 billion in tax revenue, according to the American Gaming Association. …

If you’re above a certain age, you probably remember traveler’s checks (or cheques). Until a few of decades ago, they were a very popular and useful tool when traveling, especially …

Airports have come a LONG way. Years ago, they were dark, cramped places with few amenities. But nowadays most larger airports are like small cities, with restaurants, hotels, things to …

Counterfeit money has been around for a long as money has been around. It’s big business, especially when you’re talking about money from Europe, the U.K. (even the coins! Which …

“Let’s go somewhere together!” Going on a vacation with friends. Sounds like fun, right? Even if it’s just a trip for you and your bestie, there are some things you …