travel tips

There was a time when I scoffed at the idea of using moving walkways. Didn’t matter if they were at airports, theme parks, or anywhere else, if I had the …

When traveling to a new destination, there are certain things we tend to check in advance—currency, language, and maybe even local tipping customs: Learning the social and cultural norms of …

Overtourism is a huge problem at many locations throughout the world. It’s gotten so bad that some cities in Japan, Spain, Amsterdam, and Venice, among others, have either begun or …

As I take a closer look at my travel credit cards and the benefits they provide, I’m realizing that just breaking even is no longer a good enough reason to …

Depending on which website you look at, New York City is one of the, if not THE most visited cities in the U.S. According to NYC.gov, “the city,” as it’s …

As stressful as flying is, the events leading up to flying can be just as bad. You’re packed into an airport with a bunch of people who have no idea …

I’d like to think that my husband and I are smart people. But even smart people can overlook things that have been staring them in the face for years and …

One question we’ve been asked is how to rent a car using a debit card. While I believe the best way to maximize your spending is by using a credit …

You usually hear about Southwest passengers faking an injury or disability to board the plane first and therefore get prime choice of seating, only to be “cured” when exiting the …

It wasn’t long ago that if you needed to get something while traveling, there were only a few options. You could ask your hotel if it was something typical and …