travel tips

Unless you’re at a hotel that charges hourly rates via cash only and expects payment upfront (you know the kind of place I’m talking about, NOT Marriotts, Hiltons, Hyatts, etc., …

When it comes to finding the cheapest price for rental cars, Autoslash has long been an indispensable tool in my travel toolbox. While it’s not the only way I search …

You know that bittersweet moment when the hotel knocks on your door at 11 a.m. and politely reminds you, “It’s checkout time”? Whether you just want to sleep off a …

Taking the subway from JFK Airport to Manhattan is by far the most economical option available. It’s reliable, relatively straightforward, and avoids the unpredictable traffic that often plagues taxis and …

If you’re flying anytime after May 1, congratulations: the airlines have decided you weigh less. No, you didn’t suddenly drop 10 pounds, and no one snuck a scale under the …

Getting off an international flight has its own set of unique rules, and they can vary by country. When entering the United States, for example, you’ll see signs that say …

Flying up front in the first few rows of a plane is a luxury most of us don’t get to enjoy very often. In fact, except for Southwest flights or …

The TSA has a virtual encyclopedia of things you can and can’t bring with you when you go through the security checkpoint. Most things make perfect sense and they’re virtually …

I’ve rented a lot of cars over the years, but this was a first. Less than 24 hours into my latest rental, I got an email from Hertz. The subject line? …

Summer will be here before you know it, and for many people, that means visits to the beach. Of course, not all beaches are created equal. Some beaches are larger, …