travel tips

Have you ever been in a hotel room in the U.S. and noticed that there are lights in just about every place you can imagine…on the dresser, nightstands and desk, …

Basic Economy fares are still with us in 2025, and while the core idea hasn’t changed—lower fares in exchange for fewer perks—the fine print continues to evolve. Airlines have updated …

I’ve read so many stories about shady practices used by some Uber drivers. We’ve covered a few of them on our site. There’s  “vomit fraud.” Or how a driver gets …

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 …

I think the British Government just scammed me. Well, wait—that’s a bit harsh. It’ll make sense in a minute. Applying for a UK ETA Since we’re planning a trip where …

Hotels have devised numerous ways to generate additional revenue from guests. Whether it’s charging for regular Wi-Fi and offering “premium” access for a fee, tacking on excessive parking charges, or …

When you apply for Global Entry, you need to go through several steps. After a thorough review process and an interview, you’re approved for a 5-year term. Once you’ve been …

According to AAA, roughly 72.2 million Americans are expected to be traveling at least 50 miles from home during the 4th of July holiday. And the TSA says they’re expecting …

One of the benefits of paying for travel with a Chase Sapphire card is the excellent travel coverage in case something goes wrong. After charging your trip to the card, …

When my husband Joe and I went to Iceland, there were a few things we encountered that will probably never make it into the most well-researched guidebook. I mean, everyone …